Harley Benton ST-62 VW Vintage Series
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Harley Benton
ST-62 VW Vintage Series
Product Info
Article Number:
255971
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
ST-62 VW Vintage Series
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$163.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This ST-62 is a seriously impressive value. The vintage-inspired specs, particularly the caramelized neck and Roswell pickups, offer a surprising amount of character and playability for the price. It's a fantastic option for players seeking a classic Strat vibe on a budget-friendly instrument.
Product Description
- Harley Benton ST-62 VW Vintage Series
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Basswood
- Bolt-on neck: Canadian maple
- caramelised
- Fretboard: Laurel
- Neck profile: C
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- 22 Frets
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Dual action truss rod
- Pickups: 3 Roswell STA Alnico-5 Vintage single coils
- 1 Volume knob and 2 tone knobs
- 5-Way toggle
- Chrome hardware
- Synchronised tremolo system
- Kluson style machine heads
- Colour: Vintage white
- Suitable cases: Article no. #122213# or article no. #136377# (both not included)
PROS
- • Roswell STA Alnico-5 pickups deliver surprisingly authentic vintage tones
- • Caramelized maple neck offers a smooth, comfortable playing experience
- • Laurel fretboard provides a unique feel and visual appeal
- • Kluson-style machine heads enhance tuning stability and vintage aesthetics
CONS
- • Basswood body can lack sustain and resonance compared to ash or alder
- • Synchronized tremolo system may require setup to avoid tuning issues
- • Finish, while acceptable, isn't on par with more premium brands
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Basswood
Neck Material
Canadian Maple, Caramelized
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
Roswell STA Alnico-5 Single Coils
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
Synchronized Tremolo System
Weight
Approximately 3.8 kg (8.3 lbs - estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Caramelization creates a smoother, glassier feel, reducing friction and making fast playing more comfortable – it's similar to a baked maple neck.
Yes, they're standard Strat-sized, so you can replace them with any standard Strat pickup without modification.
The tremolo is functional, but may require a professional setup to minimize tuning instability when used extensively.
