Harley Benton CST-24T LH Paradise Flame
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Harley Benton
CST-24T LH Paradise Flame
Product Info
Article Number:
378130
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
CST-24T LH Paradise Flame
Category:
Lefthanded Guitars
Price:
$306.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This left-handed Harley Benton CST-24T is a surprisingly good value, especially considering the roasted fingerboard and stainless steel frets. It’s a versatile platform for rock, blues, and even some metal, offering a vintage-inspired aesthetic with modern playability. Ideal for budget-conscious players wanting a quality instrument with tremolo capabilities.
Product Description
- Harley Benton CST-24T LH Paradise Flame
- Electric Guitar
- Left-handed model
- Deluxe Series
- Body: Meranti
- Top: flamed maple archtop
- Set-in neck: Meranti
- Fingerboard: roasted jatoba
- White dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C
- Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
- 24 Blacksmith stainless steel frets
- Neck and body binding
- Scale: 635 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Graphite nut
- Pickups: 2 Roswell HAF AlNiCo-5 open coil humbuckers
- 3-Way switch
- 1 Volume- and 1 tone control with push/pull function for coil split
- DLX chrome hardware
- Wilkinson WVPC tremolo
- DLX machine heads
- Colour: Paradise Amber Flame
PROS
- • Roasted jatoba fingerboard offers stability and a smooth playing experience.
- • Roswell HAF pickups deliver surprisingly articulate and warm high-gain tones.
- • Wilkinson tremolo provides reliable tuning stability for vibrato effects.
- • Graphite nut minimizes friction and contributes to improved tuning stability.
CONS
- • Meranti body, while resonant, may lack the sustain of mahogany.
- • Paradise Flame top is purely aesthetic; doesn’t impact tone significantly.
- • Neck profile 'C' might feel thick for players preferring thinner necks.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Meranti
Neck Material
Meranti
Fingerboard
Roasted Jatoba
Pickups
Roswell HAF AlNiCo-5 humbuckers
Scale Length
635 mm
Frets
24 Blacksmith stainless steel
Bridge
Wilkinson WVPC tremolo
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Roasted jatoba is harder and more stable, reducing fret sprout and providing a smoother, faster feel – a noticeable upgrade over standard rosewood.
The Roswell HAF pickups are surprisingly well-regarded for their price point, offering a warm, slightly vintage tone with good clarity and decent output – a solid alternative to more expensive brands.
The Wilkinson tremolo is a significant step up from cheaper alternatives; with proper setup, it provides reliable tuning stability even with moderate use.
