Harley Benton CLO-70ASR SBK AllSolid
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Harley Benton
CLO-70ASR SBK AllSolid
Product Info
Article Number:
589649
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
CLO-70ASR SBK AllSolid
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$350.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton CLO-70ASR is a surprisingly capable orchestra-style acoustic. The all-solid construction and comfortable neck profile make it a joy to play, and the warm, focused tone is well-suited for fingerstyle, folk, or even gentle strumming. It's a fantastic option for intermediate players looking for a solid instrument without a premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Harley Benton CLO-70ASR SBK AllSolid
- Acoustic Guitar
- Style: Orchestra with armrest
- Back and sides: Solid selected Grade A Sonokeling rosewood
- Scalloped X-bracing
- Top: Solid selected Canadian Grade A sitka spruce
- Neck: Nato
- Fingerboard: Selected Sonokeling rosewood
- 3 mm Mother-of-Pearl dot fingerboard inlays and 1.5 mm dot side markers
- Mother-of-Pearl HB logo headstock inlay
- Neck profile: Smooth C
- Dovetail neck joint at 14th fret
- 400 mm double action truss rod
- Sapele armrest
- Mahogany rosette
- Sapele body binding
- Fingerboard radius: 380 mm
- Scale: 649 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Bone nut
- 20 premium nickel silver frets
- Bridge: Sonokeling rosewood
- Ebony bridge pins with mahogany dot inlays
- Open black/gold DLX tuners with 16: 1 ratio
- Factory strings: HB HQS WE 12 - 53 PB Coated (Art. #514184#)
- Colour: Black top
- natural matte back and sides
PROS
- • Solid Sonokeling back/sides deliver a rich, warm, and surprisingly resonant tone.
- • Canadian Sitka spruce top provides excellent projection and dynamic range.
- • The smooth C-profile neck and 380mm radius offer comfortable playability for various styles.
- • Ebony bridge pins and bone nut contribute to improved sustain and clarity.
CONS
- • The Sapele armrest might feel a little bulky or aesthetically jarring to some.
- • Factory strings are decent but an immediate upgrade will significantly improve the tone.
- • While well-built, the overall finish may not match higher-end, premium-priced instruments.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Canadian Grade A Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid selected Grade A Sonokeling rosewood
Neck Material
Nato
Fingerboard
Selected Sonokeling rosewood
Scale Length
649 mm
Frets
20 Premium Nickel Silver
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sonokeling tends to produce a darker, richer tone with more sustain than mahogany, and a warmer, less bright tone than maple, offering a unique sonic character.
Yes, dovetail joints generally provide better resonance and sustain transfer between the neck and body, contributing to a more responsive and nuanced playing experience.
The armrest is permanently affixed, but its design is relatively understated; some players might find it an aesthetic bonus while others might prefer to leave it untouched.
