Harley Benton Custom Line ResoKing BK

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Harley Benton Custom Line ResoKing BK

Harley Benton

Custom Line ResoKing BK

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 308774
Model: Custom Line ResoKing BK
Price: $273.90

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The ResoKing BK is a seriously cool and surprisingly capable instrument. It's a great option for players wanting a unique resonator sound, especially those drawn to bluegrass, folk, or blues with a touch of grit. The build quality is solid for the price, making it a fun and affordable project guitar or a reliable stage companion.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton Custom Line ResoKing BK
  • Electric Guitar
  • Bluegrass Series
  • Body: Basswood
  • Set-in neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Laurel
  • Fingerboard inlays: Dot
  • Body binding
  • Neck profile: C
  • 21 frets
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • Double action truss rod
  • Pickup: One mini humbucker and one piezo system
  • Two volume and one tone control
  • Resonator bridge
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Die-cast machine heads
  • Factory strings: .011 - .052
  • Weight: Approx. 3.7 kg
  • Colour: Black
  • high-gloss
  • Suitable case: Art. #131827# (not included)
PROS
  • • Basswood body provides a surprisingly resonant and balanced tone.
  • • Maple neck with laurel fingerboard offers a smooth, comfortable playing experience.
  • • Mini-humbucker delivers a warm, articulate sound suitable for various genres.
  • • Die-cast tuners ensure reliable tuning stability, a welcome surprise at this price point.
CONS
  • • Basswood, while resonant, lacks the long-term sustain of mahogany or ash.
  • • Piezo system, while present, likely won't rival dedicated acoustic pickups.
  • • The shorter 648mm scale length might feel cramped for players used to longer scales.

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Key Features

Body Material Basswood
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups One mini humbucker, one piezo system
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 21
Bridge Resonator bridge
Weight Approx. 3.7 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The piezo provides a brighter, more acoustic tone that can be blended with the humbucker for a hybrid sound, but don’t expect it to fully replicate a traditional acoustic guitar.
The 'C' profile is generally comfortable, but the 43mm nut width might feel a little narrow for players with very large hands compared to a standard electric guitar.
It offers a noticeable step up in build quality and hardware compared to many other entry-level resonator guitars, particularly with the die-cast tuners and the overall feel of the neck.

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