Harley Benton ST-20 BK Standard Series
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Harley Benton
ST-20 BK Standard Series
Product Info
Article Number:
135305
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
ST-20 BK Standard Series
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$97.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The ST-20 BK is an unbelievable value, offering a surprisingly good playing experience for the price. It's perfect for beginners, students, or anyone needing a reliable, budget-friendly Strat-style guitar for practice or casual jamming – don't expect boutique quality, but it’s a solid performer.
Product Description
- Harley Benton ST-20 BK Electric Guitar
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Poplar
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Roseacer
- Dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: Modern C
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm
- 22 Frets
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Double action truss rod
- Pickups: 3 ST-style single-coils
- Controls: 1 Volume
- 2 Tone
- 5-Way switch
- Chrome hardware
- Synchronised tremolo
- Enclosed machine heads
- Factory strings: .009 - .042
- Colour: Black
- high-gloss
- Suitable cases: Art. #122213#
- Art. #136377# (both not included)
PROS
- • Poplar body offers surprisingly resonant, balanced tone.
- • Maple neck with Modern C profile is comfortable and playable.
- • ST-style single coils deliver classic Strat chime and bite.
- • Synchronized tremolo allows for expressive vibrato effects.
CONS
- • Factory strings are thin and will likely need immediate replacement.
- • Poplar body can be prone to finish checking with temperature changes.
- • Tremolo system may require setup and lubrication for smooth operation.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Roseacer
Pickups
3 x ST-style Single-Coils
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
Synchronized Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Modern C profile is generally thinner and more modern than many vintage Fender necks, offering a faster feel, but still retains a familiar shape.
The pickups are decent for the price point, providing a usable Strat sound, but upgrading them would significantly improve the tonal versatility.
The tremolo is functional but budget-built; expect some tuning instability if you use it aggressively and a professional setup will likely improve its performance.
