Harley Benton HBO-850 Classic Blue w/Bag

Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy

Harley Benton HBO-850 Classic Blue w/Bag

Harley Benton

HBO-850 Classic Blue w/Bag

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 539224
Model: HBO-850 Classic Blue w/Bag
Price: $163.90

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

The HBO-850 is a genuinely interesting classical guitar, especially for students or players seeking a unique look and amplified options. Its roundback design and onboard EQ make it surprisingly versatile, while the Roseacer fingerboard offers a comfortable feel. It's a solid, budget-friendly choice that stands out from the crowd.

Product Description

Harley Benton HBO-850 Classic Blue w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton HBO-850 Classic Blue

  • *Roundback Guitar*
  • With nylon strings
  • Design: Roundback with cutaway
  • Top: Spruce
  • Body: ABS Super shallow bowl
  • Neck: Mahogany (Entandrophragma cylindricum)
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • Fretboard: Roseacer (thermally treated maple wood)
  • Fretboard radius: 400 mm
  • 23 Frets
  • Body binding: Multi-ply ABS
  • Neck binding: ABS
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Nut width: 48 mm
  • Bridge: Blackwood
  • Machine heads: Open gear classic
  • Dual action truss rod
  • Strings: HB medium tension nylon
  • Pickup system with 3-Band EQ
  • Colour: Blue Glossy
  • Matching case (optional: #122212#) Art. 122211 too short!
  • Thomann Classic-Guitar Gigbag BK
  • *Gig Bag*
  • For 4/4 Concert guitar
  • 20 mm Strong foam padding
  • With backpack straps and handles
  • Metal fittings
  • With an additional external pocket for sheet music and accessories
  • Inner dimensions (L x W x D): approx. 106 x 40 x 12 cm
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Spruce top delivers a surprisingly warm and responsive acoustic tone.
  • • ABS roundback construction offers unique resonance and surprisingly good projection.
  • • Thermally treated Roseacer fingerboard provides a smooth, fast playing experience.
  • • Built-in 3-band EQ allows for easy tonal shaping and amplification.
CONS
  • • ABS body, while unique, lacks the tonal complexity of traditional wood.
  • • Roseacer fingerboard, while smooth, might feel slightly less 'organic' than ebony.
  • • Shorter scale length (648mm) might feel cramped for players with larger hands.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides ABS Super shallow bowl
Neck Material Mahogany (Entandrophragma cylindricum)
Fingerboard Roseacer (thermally treated maple wood)
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 23
Nut Width 48 mm
Weight Approximately 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) - estimated based on similar ABS builds

Similar Products

Applause Jump Dark Matter - Other Acoustic Guitars

Applause Jump Dark Matter

Other Acoustic Guitars

$362
Acoustic Guitar with Pickup, Type: OM with cutaway, Top: Solid European spruce, Back and...
4.5 Expert Rating
Thomann Home Studio Bundle - Studio Packages

Thomann Home Studio Bundle

Studio Packages

$164
4.8 Expert Rating
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB - 4/4 Size Classical Guitars

Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB

4/4 Size Classical Guitars

$1,099
Classical Guitar, Special model for the anniversary of Guitarras...
4.6 Expert Rating
Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle - ST Style Guitars

Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle

ST Style Guitars

$325
5 Expert Rating
Ampeg RB-112 Bundle - Solid-State Bass Combos

Ampeg RB-112 Bundle

Solid-State Bass Combos

$596
4.6 Expert Rating
Ampeg RB-115 Bundle - Solid-State Bass Combos

Ampeg RB-115 Bundle

Solid-State Bass Combos

$792
4.5 Expert Rating
Taylor 814ce Special Edition Sedona - Other Acoustic Guitars

Taylor 814ce Special Edition Sedona

Other Acoustic Guitars

$5,499
*Note:* Register your Taylor guitar to extend your warranty to 12 years.
4.8 Expert Rating
Line6 Pod GO Bundle - Guitar Multi Effects

Line6 Pod GO Bundle

Guitar Multi Effects

$614
4.6 Expert Rating

Frequently Asked Questions

The ABS construction provides a brighter, more focused tone with less sustain; it's less resonant than a traditional wood body, but more consistent and less susceptible to humidity changes.
It's genuinely useful – the EQ allows you to boost or cut frequencies to compensate for different amplification systems or room acoustics, making it adaptable for performance.
Roseacer offers a smoother feel than ebony and is more resistant to temperature and humidity changes, but it lacks the perceived prestige and some of the nuanced feel of ebony.

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn more