Harley Benton Fusion-III HSH Roasted w/Bag

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Harley Benton Fusion-III HSH Roasted w/Bag

Harley Benton

Fusion-III HSH Roasted w/Bag

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 531177
Model: Fusion-III HSH Roasted w/Bag
Price: $460.90

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This Fusion-III is a seriously impressive package for the money. The roasted maple neck and Roswell pickups deliver a surprisingly versatile sound, leaning towards modern rock and fusion tones. It's a fantastic option for players seeking a well-built, stylish guitar with a comfortable feel and a lot of sonic potential without a premium-priced tag.

Product Description

Harley Benton Fusion-III HSH Roasted w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Fusion-III HSH Roasted FBB

  • *Electric Guitar*
  • Ergonomically shaped Nyatoh body
  • "Ultra Flame" flamed maple veneer top
  • Bolt-on neck made of roasted maple
  • Flamed maple fretboard
  • Dot fretboard inlays
  • Matching headstock
  • Natural wood binding
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Fretboard radius: 305 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Graph Tech TUSQ XL nut
  • 24 Medium Jumbo Blacksmith stainless steel frets
  • Pickups: Roswell HAF-B AlNiCo-5 humbucker (bridge)
  • Roswell S74-C BK AlNiCo-5 single coil (middle) and Roswell HAF-N AlNiCo humbucker (neck)
  • 5-Way switch
  • Master volume control
  • Master tone control with push/pull function
  • Wilkinson 50IIK 2-point tremolo
  • Chrome hardware
  • HB JN-07 locking staggered
  • Factory strings: .010 - .046
  • Colour: Gloss Trans Flamed Bengal Burst
  • Thomann E-Guitar Gigbag BK
  • *Nylon Gig Bag for Electric Guitar*
  • Made of high quality materials
  • 20 mm foam padding
  • Internal dimensions (L x W x D): approx. 105 x 35 x 8 cm
  • Floor protection on the underside
  • Rucksack straps
  • Sheet music pocket
  • Front pocket 1: approx. 37 x 24 x 5 cm
  • Front pocket 2: approx. 33 x 11 x 5 cm
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and a smooth, resonant feel.
  • • Roswell pickups deliver a surprisingly articulate and powerful HSH tone.
  • • Wilkinson tremolo provides reliable tuning stability and smooth operation.
  • • Nyatoh body with flamed maple top looks great and adds a touch of elegance.
CONS
  • • Nyatoh body can be a bit on the heavier side, impacting long playing sessions.
  • • Push/pull tone control can feel a little cheap and plasticky in operation.
  • • Stainless steel frets might require a bit of break-in for a perfectly smooth feel.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Nyatoh with Flamed Maple Veneer
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Flamed Maple
Pickups Roswell HAF-B (bridge), Roswell S74-C BK (middle), Roswell HAF-N (neck)
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 24 Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel
Bridge Wilkinson 50IIK 2-point Tremolo
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roasted maple is significantly more stable than standard maple, resisting warping and improving sustain. It imparts a slightly warmer, more resonant tone compared to a standard maple neck.
They hold their own surprisingly well. While not a direct substitute for boutique pickups, they offer a good balance of clarity, output, and character, especially considering the guitar's affordability.
The Wilkinson tremolo is generally reliable, but like any trem, it'll require occasional setup and tuning. The 2-point design helps with stability, but heavier trem use will necessitate more frequent adjustments.

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