Harley Benton Custom Line CLD-16S w/Bag

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Harley Benton Custom Line CLD-16S w/Bag

Harley Benton

Custom Line CLD-16S w/Bag

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 599741
Model: Custom Line CLD-16S w/Bag
Price: $229.90

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This Harley Benton CLD-16S is a surprisingly capable dreadnought. The solid top and sapele body combo delivers a full, warm sound that’s great for singer-songwriters and strummers. It’s an excellent value for players seeking a well-built, resonant acoustic without spending a fortune.

Product Description

Harley Benton Custom Line CLD-16S w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Custom Line CLD-16S

  • *Acoustic Guitar*
  • style: Dreadnought
  • Solid Sitka spruce top
  • Scalloped X-bracing
  • Sapele body
  • Okoumeneck
  • Pau Ferro fretboard
  • Dovetail construction
  • Modified Oval C neck profile
  • Mother-of-Pearl dot inlays
  • Black body binding
  • 20 Frets
  • Scale: 643 mm
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • 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 Satin
  • Thomann Acoustic-Steel Gigbag BK
  • *Nylon Gig Bag for Steel String Guitars*
  • Made of high quality materials
  • With 20 mm foam padding
  • Inner dimensions (L x W x D): 111 x 42 x 13 cm
  • Floor protection for underside of guitar
  • With backpack straps
  • Metal fittings
  • With additional outer pocket for sheet music and accessories
  • Front pocket 1: approx. 37 x 24 x 5 cm
  • Front pocket 2: approx. 33 x 11 x 5 cm
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Solid Sitka spruce top delivers balanced, articulate tone.
  • • Sapele back and sides offer warmth and projection.
  • • Dovetail neck joint enhances sustain and resonance.
  • • Okoume neck provides a comfortable, stable playing experience.
CONS
  • • Satin finish can feel slightly less refined than gloss finishes.
  • • While versatile, lacks onboard electronics for amplified performance.
  • • Sapele's midrange can become a bit boxy without careful EQ.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Sapele
Neck Material Okoume
Fingerboard Pau Ferro
Scale Length 643 mm
Frets 20
Electronics None
Weight Approximately 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg) – estimated based on similar models

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Modified Oval C profile is generally considered comfortable and versatile, leaning slightly towards a vintage feel, but it’s not a direct match to either Martin’s or Taylor’s signature neck shapes.
Yes, bone offers improved sustain, clarity, and a more consistent playing feel compared to plastic, contributing to a noticeably better overall tone.
Satin finishes are generally more prone to minor cosmetic wear than gloss finishes, so a bit of care and occasional cleaning is recommended to keep it looking its best.

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