Harley Benton SC-550 II FTF Bundle

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Harley Benton SC-550 II FTF Bundle

Harley Benton

SC-550 II FTF Bundle

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 522743
Model: SC-550 II FTF Bundle
Price: $548.90

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This SC-550 II FTF bundle is a serious contender for players wanting a vintage-inspired aesthetic and feel without the premium price tag. The chambered body and Tesla pickups deliver a surprisingly rich and warm tone, perfect for blues, classic rock, and even some jazz. It's a fantastic value for those starting out or seeking a reliable, great-sounding workhorse.

Product Description

Harley Benton SC-550 II FTF Bundle

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton SC-550 II FTF

  • *Electric Guitar*
  • Deluxe Series
  • Chambered body: Meranti
  • Arched top: AAA flamed maple
  • Set neck: Meranti
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Pearloid trapezoid fingerboard inlays
  • 60s neck profile: Thickness at 1st fret: 20 mm
  • at 12th fret: 22 mm
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Scale: 628 mm (24.72")
  • 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 switch
  • DLX Tune-O-Matic bridge
  • DLX Kluson-style machine heads
  • DLX chrome hardware
  • Factory strings: D'Addario EXL-110 .010 - .046
  • Colour: Faded Tobacco Flame high-gloss
  • Harley Benton HB-80R Celestion
  • *Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar*
  • 2 Channels with status LED
  • Power: 65 watts into 8 ohms
  • 80 watts into 4 ohms with extension connected
  • Equipped with: 12" Custom Voiced Speaker
  • TEC - tube-emulating circut
  • Channel 1 with controls for Gain
  • Voice
  • Bass
  • Treble and Volume
  • Channel 2 with controls for gain
  • bass
  • middle
  • treble
  • volume
  • Reverb (digital type)
  • Headphone output
  • AUX input
  • Line output
  • Effects loop
  • Footswitch connector for channel switching (footswitch not included)
  • Output for external speaker
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 455 x 515 x 265 mm
  • Weight. 15.5 kg
  • Suitable protective cover: Article no. #260991# (not included)
  • Thomann E-Guitar Gigbag Eco

*Gig Bag For Electric Guitar*, Standard edition, Internal dimensions: Approx (L x W x D): 105 x 35 x 8 cm, Patch pocket for accessories, the sssnake IPP1030

*Instrument Cable*, Both sides: 6.3 mm mono jack, 0.22 mm² / AWG 24, Outer diameter: 6.0 mm, Length: 3 m, Colour: Black

PROS
  • • Meranti chambered body offers surprising resonance and comfortable weight
  • • Tesla Opus-1 pickups deliver a warm, articulate, vintage-inspired tone
  • • Rosewood fingerboard and 60s profile provide a smooth, familiar playing feel
  • • Kluson-style tuners offer reliable tuning stability and a classic aesthetic
CONS
  • • Meranti can be prone to finish checking with temperature fluctuations
  • • While versatile, it leans toward rock and blues; metal tones may be lacking
  • • The HB-80R amp is basic, suitable for practice but not gigging

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Key Features

Body Material Meranti with AAA Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material Meranti
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups 2 Tesla Opus-1 AlNiCo-5 Humbuckers
Scale Length 628 mm (24.72 in)
Frets 22 Blacksmith Stainless Steel
Bridge DLX Tune-O-Matic
Weight Approximately 8 lbs (3.6 kg) – estimated

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's very close – slightly thicker, but retains that comfortable, rounded feel that's easy to play for long periods.
They’re surprisingly well-behaved; they have a bit of vintage character but aren't prone to excessive squealing under gain.
It’s sufficient for basic home recording, but a dedicated audio interface and amp simulation software will significantly improve recording quality.

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