Harley Benton SC-500 WH Vintage Series
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Harley Benton
SC-500 WH Vintage Series
Product Info
Article Number:
362634
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
SC-500 WH Vintage Series
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$185.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This SC-500 is a seriously impressive offering for the price. It nails that vintage aesthetic and delivers a warm, thick tone ideal for classic rock, blues, and even some heavier styles. It's a fantastic starting point for beginners or a fun, budget-friendly addition for experienced players seeking a vintage vibe.
Product Description
- Harley Benton SC-500 WH Vintage Series
- Electric Guitar
- Vintage Series
- Body: Basswood
- Arched top
- Set-in neck: Maple
- Neck profile: C
- Fingerboard: Blackwood
- Fingeboard radius: 350 mm
- Block fingerboard inlays
- 22 Frets
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Double action truss rod
- Pickups: 2 vintage-style humbuckers
- 3-Way toggle switch
- 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
- Gold-plated DLX hardware
- Tune-O-Matic bridge
- DLX machine heads
- Factory strings: HB .009 - .042
- Colour: White
PROS
- • Basswood body delivers surprisingly warm and resonant low-mids.
- • Maple neck with a comfortable C profile enhances playability.
- • Vintage-style humbuckers offer a thick, crunchy overdrive tone.
- • Gold-plated hardware and DLX machine heads elevate the overall feel.
CONS
- • Basswood can feel a little 'soft' and prone to dings with heavier use.
- • The blackwood fingerboard might feel a touch 'slick' for some players.
- • Limited pickup versatility; best suited for rock and blues tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Basswood with Arched Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Blackwood
Pickups
Vintage-Style Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.7 in)
Frets
22
Bridge
Tune-O-Matic
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's close, but slightly more substantial—a little more girth—which some might prefer for a more secure grip.
Absolutely; the standard humbucker size allows for straightforward pickup replacements, opening up tonal customization options.
The gloss finish is decent, but basswood isn't the most resilient, so a little extra care will prevent cosmetic issues.
