Harley Benton JA-20HH Active SBK

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Harley Benton JA-20HH Active SBK

Harley Benton

JA-20HH Active SBK

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 537139
Model: JA-20HH Active SBK
Price: $163.90

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This Harley Benton JA-20HH is a seriously fun, budget-friendly shred machine. The active pickups bring the high-gain fury, and the bolt-on neck makes it easy to wail. It's perfect for beginners or players wanting a no-fuss, metal-ready guitar without spending a fortune.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton ST-20HH Active SBK
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Poplar
  • Neck: Bolt-on maple
  • Fingerboard: Roseacer
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • 22 Frets
  • Pickups: 2 active High Gain HBZ Humbuckers
  • 1 Volume controls
  • 3-Way switch
  • Hardtail bridge
  • Die-cast machine heads
  • Black hardware
  • Strings: .010 - .046
  • Colour: Satin Black
PROS
  • • Active pickups deliver high-output, aggressive tones ideal for metal and hard rock.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck provides a snappy, responsive feel and easy playability.
  • • Roseacer fingerboard offers a comfortable playing surface with good note definition.
  • • Die-cast tuners ensure reliable tuning stability, even with heavy string bending.
CONS
  • • Poplar body, while functional, lacks the tonal complexity of mahogany or alder.
  • • Active pickups require a power source (battery), adding a maintenance element.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; not well-suited for clean or nuanced genres.

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Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Roseacer
Pickups 2 x Active High Gain HBZ Humbuckers
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 inches)
Frets 22
Bridge Hardtail
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Active pickups can exhibit some inherent hum, but it's generally manageable. They provide a high-output, scooped mid-range tone with a modern, aggressive edge.
Bolt-on necks typically have slightly less sustain than set-neck guitars, but the construction is very solid and the overall playability is excellent for the price point.
It uses standard 9V batteries, readily available everywhere. Battery life depends on playing time, but expect around 8-10 hours of continuous use.

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