Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE NAT Solid w/Case

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Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE NAT Solid w/Case

Harley Benton

CLG-70ASR CE NAT Solid w/Case

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Product Info

Article Number: 621549
Model: CLG-70ASR CE NAT Solid w/Case
Price: $482.90

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This Harley Benton is a real surprise – a solid-wood guitar with a cutaway and pickup at a surprisingly affordable price point. The spruce top provides a lovely, responsive voice, while the Sonokeling back and sides add a touch of richness. It's a fantastic option for gigging singer-songwriters or players seeking a versatile, stage-ready acoustic with a comfortable neck profile.

Product Description

Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE NAT Solid w/Case

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton CLG-70ASR CE NAT AllSolid

  • *Steel-String Guitar with Pickup*
  • Custom Line series
  • Type: Grand Auditorium with cutaway and armrest
  • Top: Solid selected Canadian Grade A spruce
  • Back and sides: Solid selected Grade A Sonokeling rosewood
  • Armrest: Sapele Mahagony
  • Body bindings: Sapele mahogany
  • Rosette: Mahogany
  • Scalloped X-Bracing
  • Neck: Nato
  • Fingerboard: Selected Sonokeling rosewood
  • Scale: 649 mm
  • Neck joint: Dovetail at the 14th fret
  • Neck profile: Smooth C
  • Bone nut
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • Fingerboard radius: 380 mm
  • Fingerboard inlays: 3 mm Mother of pearl dots
  • 1.5 mm Side dot inlays
  • Headstock inlay: HB logo in mother-of-pearl
  • 20 Premium silver/nickel frets
  • Pickup: Fishman Sonicore
  • Presys II preamp with integrated chromatic tuner
  • Bridge: Sonokeling Rosewood
  • Bridge pins: Ebony with mahogany dots
  • 400 mm Double Action Truss Rod
  • Open black/golden DLX machine heads with 16: 1 gear ratio
  • Strings: HB HQS WE 12 - 53 PB Coated (Art.#514184#)
  • Colour: Natural satin
  • Thomann Western Guitar Case

*Case for Acoustic Guitar*, Also suitable for Super Shallow-+ and Contour / Deep Bowl Roundback guitars, Weight: approx. 5 kg, Interior dimensions: (L x W x H): approx. 105.5 x 40 x 15.5 cm, Length from neck rest to headstock end: 44 cm, Compartment for headstock width: 15 cm

PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers surprisingly rich, balanced tone and projection.
  • • Sonokeling back/sides add warmth and sustain beyond typical laminate guitars.
  • • Fishman Sonicore/Presys II system offers clear amplified sound for stage use.
  • • Dovetail neck joint enhances sustain and provides comfortable, stable feel.
CONS
  • • Sapele armrest might feel slightly awkward for some players initially.
  • • Sonokeling fingerboard can be a bit drier than ebony, requiring occasional conditioning.
  • • While versatile, the Grand Auditorium shape isn't ideal for aggressive fingerstyle or heavy strumming.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Selected Canadian Grade A Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Selected Grade A Sonokeling Rosewood
Neck Material Nato
Fingerboard Selected Sonokeling Rosewood
Scale Length 649 mm
Frets 20 Premium Silver/Nickel
Electronics Fishman Sonicore Pickup & Presys II Preamp
Weight Approximately 5.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Fishman Sonicore is a solid performer, providing a clear and natural amplified tone, though it lacks the nuance of higher-end systems; it’s perfect for straightforward gigs.
It's a fairly standard 'C' shape – not overly thin or flat, offering a comfortable feel for a wide range of players.
The build quality is surprisingly good for the price, with a clean finish and solid construction, although the hardware might not be quite as refined as premium-priced options.

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