Harley Benton SC-Custom Plus EMG VBK w/Bag

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Harley Benton SC-Custom Plus EMG VBK w/Bag

Harley Benton

SC-Custom Plus EMG VBK w/Bag

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 542130
Model: SC-Custom Plus EMG VBK w/Bag
Price: $525.80

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This Harley Benton SC-Custom Plus is a surprisingly capable instrument. The EMG pickups give it a modern edge, while the set-in neck and Jatoba fingerboard offer a comfortable, familiar feel. It’s a fantastic option for players seeking a solid, versatile single-cut with a high-output sound without the premium price tag, especially those into rock and heavier styles.

Product Description

Harley Benton SC-Custom Plus EMG VBK w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton SC-Custom Plus EMG VBK

  • *Electric Guitar*
  • Deluxe Series
  • Body: Okoume
  • Set-in neck: Nyatoh
  • Fingerboard: Jatoba
  • White Pearloid trapezoid fingerboard inlays
  • Ivory coloured binding
  • Neck profile: Modern C - thickness at the 1st fret: 20.5 mm
  • thickness at the 12th fret: 22.5 mm
  • Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
  • Scale: 629 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • PPS nut
  • 22 Medium jumbo stainless steel frets of 2.7 mm height
  • Pickups: EMG Retro Active Hot 70 Covered Ceramic (bridge) & EMG Retro Active Hot 70 Covered Alnico-5 (neck) humbuckers
  • Controls: 2 volume and 1 tone
  • 3-Way switch
  • WSC LP17 Tune-O-Matic bridge
  • WSC Schaller Style J07LKF locking machine heads
  • Gold-plated hardware
  • Original strings: D'Addario EXL-110 .010 - .046
  • Colour: Vintage Black Matte
  • Thomann E-Guitar Gigbag BK
  • *Nylon Gig Bag for Electric Guitar*
  • Made of high quality materials
  • 20 mm foam padding
  • Internal dimensions (L x W x D): approx. 105 x 35 x 8 cm
  • Floor protection on the underside
  • Rucksack straps
  • Sheet music pocket
  • Front pocket 1: approx. 37 x 24 x 5 cm
  • Front pocket 2: approx. 33 x 11 x 5 cm
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Okoume body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain
  • • EMG Retro Active pickups deliver high-output, articulate sounds, great for rock
  • • Stainless steel frets offer smooth playability and resist wear
  • • Jatoba fingerboard adds a touch of snap and clarity to the overall tone
CONS
  • • Nyatoh neck can be prone to slight movement in extreme humidity changes
  • • Okoume body might be a little plain aesthetically for some players
  • • The Modern C neck profile isn’t universally loved; might feel thin for some

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Okoume
Neck Material Nyatoh
Fingerboard Jatoba
Pickups EMG Retro Active Hot 70 (Ceramic/Alnico-5)
Scale Length 629 mm
Frets 22 Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel
Bridge WSC LP17 Tune-O-Matic
Weight Approximately 8.8 lbs (3.9 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Ceramic bridge pickup provides aggressive bite, while the Alnico-5 neck pickup offers a warmer, smoother tone, allowing for a surprisingly wide range of sounds from crunchy rhythm to searing leads.
The Modern C profile is relatively thin, so players with larger hands might find it a bit cramped, though it’s generally considered comfortable for most.
The WSC hardware is surprisingly well-made and functions reliably, but it doesn’t quite match the refinement and longevity of premium brands like Gotoh or Schaller.

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