Harley Benton SC-550 II PAF w/Bag

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Harley Benton SC-550 II PAF w/Bag

Harley Benton

SC-550 II PAF w/Bag

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 522763
Model: SC-550 II PAF w/Bag
Price: $379.50

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This SC-550 II PAF is a seriously impressive package for the money. The combination of the chambered body, Tesla pickups, and comfortable neck profile delivers a surprisingly refined and versatile experience – a real contender for players seeking a vintage-inspired aesthetic and sound without the premium price tag. It’s perfect for gigging musicians or hobbyists who want a quality instrument they can rely on.

Product Description

Harley Benton SC-550 II PAF w/Bag

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

  • *Electric Guitar*
  • Deluxe Series
  • Chambered Meranti body
  • Modern weight-reduced milling
  • Curved AAA maple top
  • Set-in Meranti neck
  • Pau Ferro fingerboard
  • 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 (12.00")
  • 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
  • DLX chrome hardware
  • Factory strings: D'Addarío EXL-110 .010 - .046
  • Colour: Paradise Amber Flame
  • Thomann E-Guitar Gigbag Deluxe
  • *Gig Bag for Electric Guitar*
  • Suitable for most common models
  • 20 mm Expanded polyethylene upholstery
  • Heavy-duty industrial material for extremely high protection and stability
  • 5 cm Wide
  • padded carrying straps
  • 2 Outside pockets
  • 2 Additional accessory pockets
  • Name badge compartment
  • Internal dimensions (L x W x D): Approx. 112 x 40 x 8 cm
PROS
  • • Chambered Meranti body reduces weight, enhancing comfort and resonance.
  • • Tesla Opus-1 pickups deliver thick, warm tones ideal for rock and blues.
  • • Graphite nut resists wear and improves tuning stability considerably.
  • • AAA maple top adds visual flair and subtly enhances upper-midrange clarity.
CONS
  • • Meranti body, while resonant, isn’t as tonally complex as mahogany.
  • • Hardware, while upgraded, may not withstand heavy gigging for years.
  • • Paradise Amber Flame finish can be prone to minor imperfections.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Chambered Meranti with AAA Maple Top
Neck Material Meranti
Fingerboard Pau Ferro
Pickups 2 Tesla Opus-1 AlNiCo-5 Humbuckers
Scale Length 628 mm (24.72")
Frets 22 Blacksmith Stainless Steel
Bridge DLX Tune-O-Matic
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.3 lbs) - due to chambering, lighter than a solid body

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Frequently Asked Questions

They offer a warmer, slightly less aggressive tone than many modern PAF clones, with a good balance of clarity and output – think a vintage vibe with a touch more punch.
The '60s profile is relatively slim, measuring 20mm at the 1st fret and 22mm at the 12th, making it generally comfortable, though those with very large hands might prefer something slightly thicker.
While not flawless, the fit and finish are surprisingly good for the price point; the fretwork is generally well-done, and the hardware feels solid – a great value for the investment.

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