Harley Benton Delta Blues O
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Harley Benton
Delta Blues O
Product Info
Article Number:
451656
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
Delta Blues O
Category:
Folk Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$108.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Delta Blues O is a surprisingly capable instrument, especially considering the budget-friendly price. The vintage-style orchestra body shape lends itself to a warm, woody tone, and the shorter scale makes it easy to play blues and folk styles. It's a fantastic starting point for beginners or a great grab-and-go option for seasoned players.
Product Description
- Harley Benton Delta Blues O
- Steel-String Guitar
- Type: Vintage Style Orchestra
- Okuma body with quarter sawn tapered spruce bracing
- Okoume neck
- Ovangkol fingerboard
- Dot finegrboard inlays
- Dovetail construction
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- 20 Frets
- ABS nut
- Black/green abalone rosette
- Ovangkol bridge
- Chrome die-cast machine heads
- Dual Action Truss Rod
- Strings: Bronze .011 - .052
- Dimensions: 102 x 38 x 10 cm
- Colour: Bourbon Vintage Satin Burst
- Suitable case: Art. #122211# (not included)
PROS
- • Quarter-sawn spruce top delivers surprising clarity and projection for the price.
- • Okoume neck offers a comfortable, vintage-style feel and good stability.
- • Dovetail neck joint enhances sustain and adds a touch of perceived quality.
- • Die-cast tuners provide reliable tuning stability, a welcome upgrade.
CONS
- • ABS nut is a cost-saving measure; potential for tuning instability initially.
- • Bourbon Vintage Satin Burst finish may exhibit minor cosmetic imperfections.
- • 648mm scale length isn't for everyone; can feel cramped for larger hands.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Quarter-Sawn Tapered Spruce
Back & Sides
Okuma
Neck Material
Okoume
Fingerboard
Ovangkol
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It captures a similar warmth and responsiveness but lacks the nuance of much higher-priced instruments; expect a more basic, direct tone.
The 43mm nut width and shorter scale might feel a little snug for those with very large hands, but most players will find it manageable.
Build quality is respectable; expect minor cosmetic quirks, but the dovetail joint and die-cast tuners suggest a focus on structural integrity.
