Harley Benton R-457FFB LH Roasted Mul Set

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Harley Benton R-457FFB LH Roasted Mul Set

Harley Benton

R-457FFB LH Roasted Mul Set

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 598487
Model: R-457FFB LH Roasted Mul Set
Price: $378.40

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This left-handed Harley Benton is a surprisingly capable 7-string package. The roasted maple neck and multiscale design make it comfortable to play, and the hi-gain pickups offer a modern, aggressive tone. It's a great entry point for left-handed players wanting 7-string versatility without a premium price tag.

Product Description

Harley Benton R-457FFB LH Roasted Mul Set

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton R-457FFB LH Roasted Multiscale

  • *7-String Multiscale Electric Guitar*
  • Left-handed model
  • Progressive Series
  • Body: Poplar
  • Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Roasted maple
  • Fingerboard inlays: Offset dots
  • Neck profile: Speed D
  • Multiscale scale: 648 - 686 mm
  • Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
  • Nut width: 48 mm
  • Nut: Nubone
  • Frets: 24 Fanned medium jumbo
  • Pickups: 2 Hi-Gain humbuckers
  • Volume and Tone controls
  • 3-Way switch for pickup selection
  • Dual action truss rod
  • Machine heads: Deluxe die-cast
  • Black hardware
  • Strings: .009
  • .011
  • .016
  • .024
  • .032
  • .042
  • .054
  • Colour: Flip Flop Blue high gloss
  • Harley Benton HB-20R
  • *Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar*
  • 2 Channels: Clean and Overdrive
  • Power: 20 Watts
  • Equipped with: 8" Custom Voiced Speaker
  • TEC - tube-emulating circut
  • Switch for channel selection - Overdrive / Boost channel
  • Gain-control
  • Volume controls for overdrive and clean channel
  • 3-Band EQ with controls for bass
  • mids
  • treble
  • Reverb control (digital type)
  • Headphone output
  • Aux input
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 380 x 340 x 175 mm
  • Weight: 7 kg
  • Harley Benton E-Guitar Accessory Pack

*Accessory Pack for Electric Guitars*, Consists of gig bag, clip tuner, strap, cable and picks

*Gig Bag for Electric Guitar*, Standard version, Interior dimensions (L x W x D): 105 x 35 x 8 mm, Patch pocket for accessories

  • *Chromatic Clip Tuner*
  • Easy-to-read LC display
  • 360° Rotatable
  • Tuning range: A0 (27.50 Hz) - C8 (4186 Hz)
  • Calibration: A4 = 440Hz
  • Accuracy: ± 1 cent
  • Power supply CR2032 lithium battery (included in the scope of delivery)

*Guitar Strap*, Material: Nylon, Length adjustable up to 150 cm, With leather ends, Colour: Black

*Instrument Jack Cable*, Length: 3 m, Colour: Black

*Plectrum Mix*, Material: Nylon, 12 Pieces in mixed thicknesses and colours

PROS
  • • Roasted maple neck and fretboard offer stability and a smooth feel.
  • • Multiscale design improves playability, reducing string tension issues.
  • • Nubone nut enhances sustain and tuning stability compared to standard plastic.
  • • Hi-Gain humbuckers deliver a powerful, modern tone suitable for metal and rock.
CONS
  • • Poplar body, while resonant, lacks the premium tonal character of mahogany or alder.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction can sometimes feel less integrated than a set-neck.
  • • HB-20R amp is adequate but lacks the tonal flexibility of a higher-end modeling amp.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Roasted Maple
Pickups Harley Benton Hi-Gain Humbuckers
Scale Length 648 - 686 mm (Multiscale)
Frets 24 Fanned Medium Jumbo
Bridge Die-cast (likely a fixed bridge, specific model not listed)
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs (estimated based on similar 7-string models)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roasted maple is kiln-dried at high temperatures, making it more stable, reducing warping, and giving it a slightly drier, more articulate tone with a smoother feel.
Yes, the standard humbucker size makes them easily replaceable with aftermarket pickups; it's a common upgrade for these guitars.
While it requires a bit more care during setup, it’s manageable for most experienced guitar techs or DIY enthusiasts; the improved ergonomics usually outweigh the extra effort.

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