Harley Benton ST-59HM Fiesta Red

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Harley Benton ST-59HM Fiesta Red

Harley Benton

ST-59HM Fiesta Red

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Product Info

Article Number: 390014
Model: ST-59HM Fiesta Red
Price: $218.90

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This ST-59HM is a seriously impressive package for the price. The alder body and Roswell pickups give it a surprisingly warm and articulate voice, perfect for classic rock, blues, or indie tones. It's a great option for beginners or players looking for a reliable, vintage-inspired guitar without the premium-priced tag.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton ST-59HM Fiesta Red Tribute
  • Electric Guitar
  • Alder body
  • Canadian maple neck with stained nyatoh skunk stripe
  • Bolt-on neck attachment
  • Maple fretboard
  • "C" Neck profile
  • Fretboard radius: 350 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • 21 Medium jumbo frets
  • 3 Roswell SK52 True Vintage staggered Alnico-5 single coil pickups
  • 1 Volume- and 2 tone controls
  • 5-Way switch
  • Single-ply pickguard
  • Gold-plated deluxe hardware
  • Synchronised tremolo system
  • Kluson-style machine heads
  • D'Addario strings
  • .010
  • .046
  • Colour: Fiesta Red High-gloss
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a resonant, balanced tonal foundation.
  • • Roswell SK52 pickups offer a surprisingly authentic vintage single-coil vibe.
  • • Bolt-on neck contributes to a snappy, responsive feel and easy playability.
  • • Gold-plated hardware adds a touch of class and potentially improved signal flow.
CONS
  • • The nyatoh skunk stripe, while common, can be visually unappealing to some.
  • • Synchronized tremolo system may require setup and careful use to avoid tuning instability.
  • • Fiesta Red gloss finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints and scratches.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Canadian Maple with Nyatoh Skunk Stripe
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups Roswell SK52 True Vintage Staggered Alnico-5 Single Coils
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 21 Medium Jumbo
Bridge Synchronized Tremolo System
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The inCin profile is a modern take, slightly flatter than a vintage '60s C, offering a more comfortable feel for many players, especially those with larger hands.
Yes, the Kluson-style machine heads are a common standard and easily swapped for higher-end alternatives if desired, though they are generally adequate.
Like many guitars with tremolo systems, the finish around the cavity can be susceptible to chipping with aggressive use; a tremolo cavity shield is a simple preventative measure.

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