Harley Benton CST-24 Purple Burst

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Harley Benton CST-24 Purple Burst

Harley Benton

CST-24 Purple Burst

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 527044
Model: CST-24 Purple Burst
Price: $295.90

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This CST-24 Purple Burst is a seriously impressive value. The roasted jatoba neck and Roswell pickups give it a surprisingly refined feel and tone, making it a great option for players who want a vintage-inspired ST style guitar with modern touches – especially those looking for a budget-friendly instrument that punches above its weight.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton CST-24 Purple Burst
  • Electric Guitar
  • Deluxe Series
  • Body: Meranti
  • Top: flamed maple
  • Glued-in neck: Meranti
  • Fingerboard: roasted jatoba
  • White dot fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: C
  • Ivory coloured body and neck binding
  • Fingerboard radius: 350 mm (13.78")
  • Graphite nut
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
  • 24 Blacksmith stainless steel frets
  • Scale: 635 mm (25")
  • Pickups: 2 Roswell HAF AlNiCo-5 humbuckers
  • Volume control
  • Tone control with push/pull function for coil split
  • 3-Way switch
  • Bridge: Deluxe GTB wrapover
  • Deluxe machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Purple Burst
PROS
  • • Roasted jatoba fingerboard offers excellent stability and feel.
  • • Roswell HAF pickups deliver surprisingly thick, warm, and articulate tones.
  • • The GTB wrapover bridge provides stable tuning and a vintage vibe.
  • • Flamed maple top adds visual flair and a touch of extra resonance.
CONS
  • • Meranti body, while resonant, can feel slightly less lively than alder or ash.
  • • Graphite nut, while stable, lacks the subtle character of bone or Tusq.
  • • Coil-split function can sound a bit thin – not a true single-coil experience.

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Key Features

Body Material Meranti with Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material Meranti
Fingerboard Roasted Jatoba
Pickups Roswell HAF AlNiCo-5 Humbuckers
Scale Length 635 mm (25")
Frets Blacksmith Stainless Steel
Bridge Deluxe GTB Wrapover
Weight 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - estimated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roasted jatoba is kiln-dried, making it exceptionally stable against humidity changes and providing a smooth, fast playing surface that should last for years.
While they lean towards a warmer, vintage tone, the HAF pickups are surprisingly versatile; they handle rock, blues, and even some lighter metal with decent clarity and punch.
Like any nitro-style finish, it's susceptible to scratches, but the thicker coating used on these guitars offers decent protection; careful handling and a good polish will help maintain its appearance.

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