Harley Benton Fusion-III HSS Roasted SP

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Harley Benton Fusion-III HSS Roasted SP

Harley Benton

Fusion-III HSS Roasted SP

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 500881
Model: Fusion-III HSS Roasted SP
Price: $438.90

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This Fusion-III is a seriously impressive package for the money. The roasted maple neck and Roswell pickups offer a surprisingly refined playing experience – it’s versatile enough for rock, blues, and even some funk. It’s a great option for players looking for a modern, comfortable ST-style guitar with a unique aesthetic and a lot of bang for your buck.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton Fusion-III HSS Roasted SP
  • Electric Guitar
  • Ergonomically shaped body: Nyatoh
  • Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Roasted maple
  • Clay dot fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.512")
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12.008")
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.654")
  • Graph Tech TUSQ nut
  • 24 medium jumbo Blacksmith stainless steel frets
  • Pickups: Roswell HAF-B AlNiCo-5 humbucker (bridge) and Roswell S74-M AlNiCo-5 (middle) and Roswell S74-N AlNiCo-5 (neck) single coils
  • 1 x master volume control
  • 1 x master tone control with push/pull function for coil split
  • 5-way switch
  • Wilkinson WVS50IIK tremolo
  • HB JN-07-CR R6 machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Original strings: DR Strings Dragon Skin coated DSE-10 Heavy .010 - .046 (article no. #593115#)
  • Colour: Shell Pink
  • high-gloss
PROS
  • • Roasted maple neck provides excellent stability and feel.
  • • Roswell pickups deliver a surprisingly articulate and balanced tone.
  • • Wilkinson tremolo offers smooth operation and reliable tuning stability.
  • • Nyatoh body is resonant and comfortable, a nice ergonomic shape.
CONS
  • • Shell Pink finish might not appeal to all players, a bit polarizing.
  • • Master volume and tone setup limits nuanced tonal sculpting.
  • • Nyatoh body, while comfortable, isn’t as premium feeling as mahogany.

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Key Features

Body Material Nyatoh
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Roasted Maple
Pickups Roswell HAF-B Humbucker, Roswell S74-M & S74-N Single Coils
Scale Length 648 mm (25.512 in)
Frets 24 Blacksmith Stainless Steel Medium Jumbo
Bridge Wilkinson WVS50IIK Tremolo
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roasted maple is kiln-dried at high temperatures, which stabilizes it and reduces the likelihood of warping or twisting, resulting in a more consistent feel and improved resonance.
They lean towards a vintage voicing, offering clarity and articulation without excessive output – very usable for a wide range of styles.
The Wilkinson tremolo is generally well-regarded for its reliability and ease of setup; however, regular maintenance and proper string changes are still crucial to prevent tuning instability.

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