Harley Benton ST-20HSS CA Standard Series
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Harley Benton
ST-20HSS CA Standard Series
Product Info
Article Number:
312057
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
ST-20HSS CA Standard Series
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$108.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton ST-20HSS CA is a seriously impressive value. The HSS pickup configuration makes it surprisingly versatile – you can nail everything from classic rock to modern indie. It’s a great starter guitar or a fantastic backup for more experienced players on a budget.
Product Description
- Harley Benton ST-20HSS CA Standard Series
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Poplar
- Neck: Maple
- Neck profile: Modern C
- Fretboard: Roseacer
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm
- Dot fretboard inlays
- 22 Frets
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Double action truss rod
- Pickups: 1x Humbucker and 2x single coils
- 1x Volume control and 2x tone controls
- 5-Way switch
- Chrome hardware
- Synchronised tremolo
- Enclosed geared machine heads
- Strings: .009 - .042
- Colour: Candy Apple Red
- Case: Article no.: #122213# and Article Nr #136377# (both not included)
PROS
- • Poplar body provides a surprisingly balanced and resonant tone.
- • Modern C neck profile is comfortable and fast for various playing styles.
- • HSS pickup configuration offers versatility from crunchy rhythm to bright leads.
- • Synchronized tremolo allows for expressive vibrato without excessive string bending.
CONS
- • Hardware, especially the tremolo, feels budget-oriented and may require upgrades.
- • Roseacer fretboard can be prone to minor fret sprout issues requiring occasional leveling.
- • Candy Apple Red finish, while striking, may show minor imperfections typical of this price point.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Roseacer
Pickups
Humbucker (bridge), Single-Coil (middle & neck)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
22
Bridge
Synchronized Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s surprisingly punchy and warm, offering a decent approximation of a vintage-style humbucker, though lacking the nuanced articulation of higher-end pickups.
The tremolo is functional, but its stability is limited; expect some tuning issues with aggressive use and consider upgrading the springs for better performance.
The Modern C profile is a comfortable middle ground – not overly thin like some modern guitars, but also not as chunky as a vintage C shape.
