Harley Benton Custom Line CLA-15M
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Harley Benton
Custom Line CLA-15M
Product Info
Article Number:
318348
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
Custom Line CLA-15M
Category:
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This CLA-15M is a seriously impressive acoustic for the money. The solid top and scalloped bracing give it a surprisingly mature tone, while the comfortable neck makes it a joy to play. It's a fantastic option for intermediate players or anyone looking for a well-built, versatile 000-style guitar without a premium price tag.
Product Description
- Harley Benton Custom Line CLA-15M
- Acoustic Guitar
- Auditorium 000-14 design
- Dovetail construction
- Solid Okoume top
- Scalloped X-bracing
- Sapele body
- Okoume neck
- Pau Ferro fretboard
- Modified oval C neck profile
- Snowflake fretboard inlays
- Wooden body binding
- Scale: 643 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- 20 Frets
- Bone nut
- Compensated bone saddle
- Pau Ferro bridge
- Chrome-plated die-cast DLX machine heads
- D'Addario XTAPB1253 Light strings
- .012 - .053 (Article Nr #471307#)
- Colour: Natural matte
PROS
- • Solid Okoume top delivers surprising warmth and projection for the price.
- • Dovetail joint provides excellent sustain and stability – a premium feature.
- • Modified oval C neck profile is comfortable and facilitates fast playing.
- • Bone nut and compensated saddle contribute to improved intonation and clarity.
CONS
- • Okoume can be a bit plain aesthetically compared to more figured woods.
- • The matte finish might not appeal to players seeking a glossier look.
- • While well-made, the hardware isn't quite on par with higher-end instruments.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Okoume
Back & Sides
Sapele
Neck Material
Okoume
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Scale Length
643 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's brighter and more resonant than mahogany, lacking some of mahogany's inherent warmth, but offering more projection and a clearer high-end.
The matte finish is relatively soft and will show fingerprints and minor scratches more easily than a gloss finish, requiring a bit more care.
The fretwork is generally good for the price point, but a professional fret leveling/crowning might be beneficial for optimal playability – a common practice for budget instruments.
