Harley Benton HB-35 VB Vintage Series
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Harley Benton
HB-35 VB Vintage Series
Product Info
Article Number:
362656
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
HB-35 VB Vintage Series
Category:
Semiacoustic Guitars
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The HB-35 VB is a surprisingly solid semi-hollow for the price. It's got a vintage vibe going on, with a warm, woody tone that's perfect for blues, classic rock, and even some jazz. This is an excellent option for players seeking that semi-hollow aesthetic and sound without a premium-priced investment.
Product Description
- Harley Benton Hb35 Vb Vintage Series
- Electric Guitar
- Vintage series
- Build: Semi-Hollow with mahogany sustain block (Entandrophragma cylindricum) and F-holes
- Body: Maple
- Arched top
- Set-in neck: Canadian maple
- Fretboard: Amaranth
- Neck profile: C
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Dot fretboard inlays
- Cream binding on the body and neck
- 22 Frets
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Double action truss rod
- Pickups: 2 Vintage-style humbuckers
- 3-Way pickup selector
- 2 Volume knobs and 2 tone knobs
- Chrome hardware
- Tune-O-Matic bridge
- Closed die-cast machine heads
- Stringing: Harley Benton .010 - .046
- Colour: Vintage burst high gloss
PROS
- • Maple body and arched top offer pleasing aesthetics and focused resonance.
- • Canadian maple neck provides comfortable playability and good sustain.
- • Vintage-style humbuckers deliver warm, thick tones suitable for blues and rock.
- • Tune-O-Matic bridge and sealed tuners enhance tuning stability and intonation.
CONS
- • Mahogany sustain block might feel a bit lightweight for some players’ preferences.
- • Amaranth fretboard can be a bit harder than rosewood, requiring more conditioning.
- • Limited pickup versatility; primarily suited for vintage-inspired tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Maple with Mahogany Sustain Block
Neck Material
Canadian Maple
Fingerboard
Amaranth
Pickups
Vintage-Style Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
Tune-O-Matic
Weight
Approximately 3.8 kg (8.3 lbs) – estimated based on similar models
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'C' shape is fairly standard – not as thick as a '50s neck, but not as slim as a modern one, offering a comfortable middle ground.
Yes, they are standard humbucker size and spacing, so you can easily replace them with other aftermarket pickups to customize the tone.
It helps focus the resonance and adds a bit of warmth, but it's a relatively small block – don't expect a full-hollow experience.
