Harley Benton CLO-70SR NAT
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Harley Benton
CLO-70SR NAT
Product Info
Article Number:
589642
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
CLO-70SR NAT
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton CLO-70SR NAT is a real surprise for the money. The solid top and rosewood back give it a mature, resonant voice, while the comfortable neck profile makes it a joy to play. It's a great option for intermediate players or anyone looking for a full-sized orchestra guitar with a premium feel without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Harley Benton CLO-70SR NAT
- Acoustic Guitar
- Style: Orchestra with armrest
- Top: Solid selected Canadian Grade A spruce
- Back and sides: Selected Sonokeling rosewood
- Armrest: Sapele
- Scalloped X-bracing
- Neck: Sapele
- Fingerboard: Selected Sonokeling rosewood
- 3 mm mother-of-pearl fingerboard inlays
- 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 body binding
- Mahogany rosette
- Fingerboard radius: 380 mm
- Scale length: 649 mm
- Nut width 43 mm
- Bone nut
- 20 premium nickel silver frets
- Sonokeling rosewood bridge
- Ebony bridge pins with mahogany dots
- Open-gear chrome machine heads with 16: 1 ratio
- Factory strings: HB HQS WE 12 - 53 PB Coated (art. #514184#)
- Colour: Natural matte
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers surprisingly rich and balanced acoustic tone.
- • Sonokeling back & sides offer a warmth and sustain exceeding expectations at this price.
- • Dovetail neck joint and smooth C profile enhance playability and stability.
- • Ebony bridge pins and bone nut contribute to improved sustain and clarity.
CONS
- • Open-gear tuners can be a little less precise than sealed geared options.
- • Sapele armrest might feel a bit bulky or intrusive for some players.
- • Factory strings are decent, but upgrading will unlock the guitar's full potential.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid selected Canadian Grade A spruce
Back & Sides
Selected Sonokeling rosewood
Neck Material
Sapele
Fingerboard
Selected Sonokeling rosewood
Scale Length
649 mm
Frets
20 premium nickel silver frets
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) - typical for an orchestra model
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Smooth C' profile is fairly standard, similar to many Fender and Yamaha necks – comfortable for a wide range of hand sizes and playing styles.
The natural finish is relatively thin, so it’s best to keep it within a moderate humidity range (40-60%) to prevent cracking or movement. A basic coat of lemon oil annually is a good idea.
Sonokeling *can* be a bit denser, but Harley Benton generally selects good quality pieces. Handle with care and avoid extreme temperature changes, and you shouldn't have any issues.
