Harley Benton SC-550 II BCF
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Harley Benton
SC-550 II BCF
Product Info
Article Number:
521050
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
SC-550 II BCF
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$361.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This SC-550 II BCF is a seriously impressive guitar for the money. The combination of the flamed maple top, comfortable '60s neck profile, and those 2 Tesla pickups creates a warm, powerful tone perfect for rock, blues, and classic tones. It's a fantastic option for players seeking a vintage-inspired aesthetic and feel without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Harley Benton SC-550 II BCF
- Electric Guitar
- Deluxe Series
- Chambered body: Meranti
- Arched top: AAAA flamed maple
- Glued-in neck: Meranti
- Fingerboard: Pau ferro
- Pearloid trapezoid fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: '60s - thickness 1st fret: 20 mm - 12th fret: 22 mm
- Scale: 628 mm (24.72")
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
- Graphite nut
- 22 Blacksmith stainless steel frets
- Pickups: 2 Tesla Opus-1 AlNiCo-5 humbuckers
- 2 Volume and 2 tone controls
- 3-Way pickup selector switch
- DLX Tune-O-Matic bridge
- DLX Kluson-style machine heads
- Gold-plated DLX hardware
- Factory strings: D'Addarío EXL-110 .010 - .046
- Colour: Black Cherry Flame Gloss
PROS
- • AAAA flamed maple top adds stunning visual appeal and resonance
- • 2 Tesla Opus-1 pickups deliver thick, warm, and surprisingly articulate tones
- • Graphite nut resists wear and improves tuning stability over time
- • DLX Kluson-style tuners offer smooth, precise, and reliable tuning
CONS
- • Meranti chambered body, while lighter, lacks the sustain of mahogany
- • Pau ferro fingerboard can feel slightly drier compared to rosewood
- • 3-way pickup selector limits tonal versatility compared to a full coil-splitting setup
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Meranti (Chambered)
Neck Material
Meranti
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Pickups
2 Tesla Opus-1 AlNiCo-5 Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.72 in)
Frets
Blacksmith Stainless Steel (22)
Bridge
DLX Tune-O-Matic
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs - estimated based on similar models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s quite close – a comfortable, medium-thin profile with a gentle C shape, though slightly thinner overall, offering easier access to higher frets.
While versatile, the Opus-1 pickups lean towards a warmer tone; they can handle rock, but high-gain metal might feel a little muddy.
The gloss finish is beautiful but can be susceptible to scratches; a quality case or gig bag is recommended for protection.
