Harley Benton Santos Series C-40SCE N w/Bag

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Harley Benton Santos Series C-40SCE N w/Bag

Harley Benton

Santos Series C-40SCE N w/Bag

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 539229
Model: Santos Series C-40SCE N w/Bag
Price: $262.90

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This Harley Benton C-40SCE N is a fantastic entry point into the world of classical guitars, especially for students or players wanting a budget-friendly amplified option. The solid top gives it a surprisingly mature tone, and the pickup system is genuinely useful for small gigs or recording. It’s a well-rounded package that punches well above its price point.

Product Description

Harley Benton Santos Series C-40SCE N w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Santos Series C-40SCE NT

  • *Classical Guitar with Pickup*
  • Style: Auditorium with cutaway
  • Top: Solid spruce
  • Classic fan bracing
  • Back and sides: Mahogany
  • Neck: Okoume
  • Fingerboard: Ovangkol
  • 20 frets
  • Wood/cream coloured body binding
  • Nut width: 48 mm
  • Double action truss rod
  • Bridge: Ovangkol
  • Saddle and nut: Black graphite
  • Slotted headstock
  • Deluxe machine heads
  • HB-03 pickup system with built-in tuner
  • Strings: Hannabach 815HT (Art. #122784#)
  • Colour: Natural
  • high-gloss
  • 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
  • • Solid spruce top delivers a surprisingly resonant and clear voice, excellent for classical and fingerstyle.
  • • Ovangkol fingerboard provides a smooth, responsive playing experience with good note definition.
  • • HB-03 pickup system offers decent amplified tone with a built-in tuner – a real convenience.
  • • Okoume neck offers a stable and comfortable feel, avoiding the stiffness sometimes found in mahogany.
CONS
  • • Mahogany back and sides, while warm, can slightly limit dynamic range compared to rosewood.
  • • Graphite nut and saddle, while stable, can dampen some of the wood’s natural overtones.
  • • The high-gloss finish might feel a bit plasticky to some players – a satin option would be preferred.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Mahogany
Neck Material Okoume
Fingerboard Ovangkol
Scale Length 650 mm
Frets 20
Nut Width 48 mm
Weight 1.8 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The HB-03 system is functional, but don't expect premium acoustic amplification; it's adequate for basic needs and practice, but lacks the nuance of higher-end systems.
Yes, the fan bracing contributes to a slightly more focused and projected tone compared to parallel bracing, but it's a subtle difference – still very pleasant.
The gig bag is perfectly serviceable for basic transport and storage; the foam padding offers good protection, but it’s not designed for heavy-duty touring.

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