Harley Benton HBO-600NT

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Harley Benton HBO-600NT

Harley Benton

HBO-600NT

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 138708
Model: HBO-600NT
Price: $108.90

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The HBO-600NT is a seriously quirky instrument—that roundback design is a conversation starter! While it won’t replace a high-end acoustic, it’s a surprisingly fun and playable option for beginners, students, or anyone wanting a unique travel guitar with basic amplification. It's a neat novelty that actually plays well.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton HBO600 NT Guitar
  • Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
  • Design: Roundback with cutaway
  • Top: Spruce
  • Body: ABS with super shallow bowl
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fretboard: Roseacer (thermally treated maple wood)
  • Fretboard inlays: Snowflakes
  • Scale: 650 mm
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • 24 Frets
  • Body and neck binding: Cream-coloured
  • Built-in pickup with 3-band EQ
  • Machine heads: Diecast
  • String gauges: 011-052
  • Colour: Natural high-gloss
  • Matching case available under Article Nr #122212# (not included)
PROS
  • • Spruce top delivers surprisingly bright and articulate tone for the price.
  • • ABS roundback construction provides a unique, comfortable playing experience.
  • • Built-in pickup and EQ offer basic amplification for practice or small gigs.
  • • Roseacer fretboard is smooth and stable, exhibiting good playability.
CONS
  • • ABS body, while unique, lacks the resonance and warmth of traditional wood.
  • • Diecast tuners are functional but may lack the refinement of higher-end options.
  • • 650mm scale length feels slightly compact, potentially affecting string tension.

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Key Features

Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides ABS Plastic
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Roseacer (Thermally Treated Maple)
Scale Length 650 mm
Frets 24
Electronics Built-in Pickup with 3-Band EQ
Weight Approximately 7.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ABS construction results in a less resonant, brighter tone with less sustain than a traditional wood body. It's more focused and less 'woody' in character.
It's a serviceable onboard pickup, perfectly adequate for practice and quiet performances. Don't expect high-end studio quality, but it's a useful feature for its price range.
Roseacer is thermally treated maple, offering a smoother feel and increased durability. It’s generally a bit harder than rosewood, which can improve string bending and reduce fret wear.

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