Harley Benton SC-Custom III Active VBK
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Harley Benton
SC-Custom III Active VBK
Product Info
Article Number:
570157
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
SC-Custom III Active VBK
Category:
Single Cut Guitars
Price:
$350.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This SC-Custom III is a seriously cool package. The active pickups give it a modern edge – think aggressive rhythm tones and searing leads – while the Meranti body keeps it surprisingly warm. It's a fantastic option for players wanting a distinctive, high-output sound without spending a fortune, especially those into rock and metal.
Product Description
- Harley Benton SC-Custom III Active VBK
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Meranti
- Set-in neck: Meranti
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- White pearloid crown fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Modern C - thickness at 1st fret: 20 mm / 12th fret: 22 mm
- Ivory Binding
- Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Graphite nut
- 24 medium jumbo Blacksmith stainless steel frets
- Pickups: Two Tesla TM AH-5 active humbuckers
- Two volume controls and one tone control
- 3-way switch
- WSC Tune-O-Matic bridge
- HB machine heads
- Gold hardware
- Colour: Vintage Matte Black
- Includes security locks
PROS
- • Meranti body provides a surprisingly resonant and warm foundation.
- • Tesla TM AH-5 active pickups deliver aggressive output and modern clarity.
- • Graphite nut enhances tuning stability and reduces friction.
- • Modern C neck profile and stainless steel frets offer comfortable playability.
CONS
- • Active pickups require a power source and can introduce noise if improperly shielded.
- • Meranti, while resonant, can be slightly less sustain-rich than mahogany.
- • Vintage Matte Black finish might show fingerprints and smudges easily.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Meranti
Neck Material
Meranti
Fingerboard
Rosewood with white pearloid inlays
Pickups
Tesla TM AH-5 Active Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm (24.7 in)
Frets
24 Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel
Bridge
WSC Tune-O-Matic
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Expect roughly 6-8 hours of playtime on a standard 9V battery, but this can vary based on volume and tone settings.
The fret edges are filed smooth, but not extensively rolled or beveled – they offer a comfortable feel, but a more defined edge than a heavily rolled fretboard.
The Modern C profile is a bit thinner and flatter than a typical Strat neck, offering a faster, more modern feel.
