Harley Benton D-120CE VS

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Harley Benton D-120CE VS

Harley Benton

D-120CE VS

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 345093
Model: D-120CE VS
Price: $97.90

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This Harley Benton D-120CE is a seriously impressive value. It’s a dreadnought with a surprisingly balanced tone and decent electronics, making it a great option for beginners or players needing a budget-friendly stage-ready acoustic. The build quality is surprisingly solid for the price, and it's ready to gig.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton D-120CE VS
  • Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
  • Design: Dreadnought with cutaway
  • Top: Spruce
  • X Bracing
  • Back and sides: Mahogany
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Neck profile: C
  • Dovetail neck joint
  • Fretboard: Roseacer (thermally treated maple wood)
  • Cream-coloured bindings on the body and neck
  • 20 Frets
  • Scale: 650 mm
  • Nut width: 42.5 mm
  • Dot fretboard inlays
  • Bridge: Roseacer (thermally treated maple wood)
  • Pickup with preamp
  • volume knob and 4-band EQ
  • Chrome-plated die-cast machine heads
  • Strings: .010 - .047
  • Colour: Vintage sunburst
  • high-gloss
PROS
  • • Spruce top delivers a surprisingly bright and resonant acoustic tone.
  • • Mahogany back and sides contribute to a warm, focused midrange character.
  • • Dovetail neck joint enhances sustain and overall structural integrity.
  • • Die-cast tuners offer reliable tuning stability, uncommon at this price.
CONS
  • • Roseacer fretboard, while functional, might feel a bit plasticky compared to ebony.
  • • High-gloss finish can be prone to fingerprints and reflections.
  • • The onboard electronics are adequate but lack the nuance of higher-end systems.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides Mahogany
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Roseacer (thermally treated maple wood)
Scale Length 650 mm
Frets 20
Electronics Preamp with volume knob and 4-band EQ
Weight Approximately 5.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roseacer is a thermally treated maple, offering a smoother feel but lacks the traditional warmth and open grain of rosewood. It’s a practical alternative for affordability and durability.
It’s serviceable for basic gigs, but don’t expect premium sound quality. It'll be loud enough, but the EQ might require tweaking to sound natural amplified.
It's a comfortable 'C' profile, slightly on the slimmer side, making it easy to play for those who prefer a less chunky feel.

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