Harley Benton ST-20HSS SB Standard Series
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Harley Benton
ST-20HSS SB Standard Series
Product Info
Article Number:
312056
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
ST-20HSS SB Standard Series
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$108.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The ST-20HSS SB is a seriously impressive guitar for the money. It's a great platform for beginners or players wanting a versatile, classic Strat-style tone without the premium price tag. The modern neck profile and HSS pickup configuration make it surprisingly adaptable for a wide range of musical styles.
Product Description
- Harley Benton ST-20HSS SB 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: 1 humbucker and 2 single coils
- 1 Volume control and 2 tone controls
- 5-Way switch
- Chrome hardware
- Synchronised tremolo
- Enclosed machine heads
- Strings: .009 - .042
- Colour: 3-Tone Sunburst
- Suitable cases: Article no. #122213# and Article no. #136377# (neither included)
PROS
- • Poplar body offers a surprisingly resonant and balanced tonal foundation.
- • Modern C neck profile is comfortable and facilitates fast playing.
- • HSS pickup configuration provides versatility for rock, blues, and more.
- • Enclosed machine heads improve tuning stability compared to open-gear alternatives.
CONS
- • Synchronized tremolo system may require setup for optimal tuning stability.
- • Roseacer fretboard might feel slightly less refined than ebony or maple.
- • Hardware, while functional, reflects the budget-friendly price point.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Roseacer
Pickups
1 Humbucker (bridge), 2 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 a decent humbucker, offering a usable, slightly muddy tone; don’t expect boutique-level clarity or high-output punch, but it’s a solid starting point.
It’s functional for subtle vibrato, but the string tree placement and tremolo block quality mean extreme dives and returns might lead to tuning issues; a simple upgrade can improve it.
The Modern C is significantly thinner and flatter than a traditional vintage '50s or '60s Strat neck, offering a faster, more modern feel.
