Harley Benton Electric Guitar Kit TL T-Style

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Harley Benton Electric Guitar Kit TL T-Style

Harley Benton

Electric Guitar Kit TL T-Style

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 549487
Model: Electric Guitar Kit TL T-Style
Price: $108.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This Harley Benton kit is a fantastic entry point for aspiring luthiers and budget-conscious players. It delivers a surprisingly good foundation for a T-style guitar, allowing for customization and a rewarding build experience. Ideal for those wanting to learn about guitar construction and create a personalized instrument.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton Electric Guitar Kit TL T-Style
  • TL T-Style Electric Guitar Kit
  • Complete DIY (do it yourself) kit
  • Style: Semi-Hollow
  • Body: Rengas (wood colour may vary)
  • Neck: Bolt-on maple
  • Fingerboard: Amaranth
  • Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Double action truss rod
  • Neck profile: C
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • 22 Frets
  • Pickups: 2 single coils
  • One volume and one tone control
  • 3-Way switch
  • Die-cast machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strings: .009 - .042
  • Colour: Natural

*Note*: a certain degree of craftsmanship is a requirement for successful assembly, as is initial experience with lacquer work.

*Note:* The body and neck are finished with a wood sealer (this allows the surface to be sprayed with varnish, but if a wood stain is used, the surface may need to be sanded).

PROS
  • • Rengas body offers a surprisingly resonant and warm tonal foundation.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck provides a snappy, responsive feel and easy playability.
  • • Amaranth fingerboard is durable and provides a smooth playing surface.
  • • Die-cast tuners ensure stable tuning, a significant upgrade for the price.
CONS
  • • Requires assembly and finishing, demanding DIY skills and tools.
  • • Single coil pickups offer a limited tonal palette, lacking high-gain versatility.
  • • Rengas wood coloration can vary significantly between kits, impacting aesthetics.

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Key Features

Body Material Rengas (likely a type of Poplar or similar budget-friendly hardwood)
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Amaranth
Pickups 2 x Single Coil (likely generic ceramic pickups)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 inches - typical Fender scale)
Frets 22
Bridge Die-cast bridge (likely a fixed bridge, similar to a vintage Telecaster)
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs) - typical for a T-style guitar

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Frequently Asked Questions

You'll need basic woodworking skills, including drilling, screwing, and potentially some finishing experience. Familiarity with guitar construction is highly recommended.
Absolutely. The standard single coils are a starting point; the pickup cavities are designed for easy replacement with aftermarket pickups to expand tonal options.
The sealer provides a base, but achieving a truly professional finish typically requires multiple coats of lacquer and careful sanding – a significant time investment.

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