Harley Benton ST-62BK Hot Rod

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Harley Benton ST-62BK Hot Rod

Harley Benton

ST-62BK Hot Rod

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 467485
Model: ST-62BK Hot Rod
Price: $185.90

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This Harley Benton ST-62BK Hot Rod is a seriously impressive value. The Roswell pickups deliver a surprisingly powerful and versatile tone, and the caramelized maple neck feels fantastic. It's a great option for players seeking a classic Strat vibe with a modern twist and a little extra bite – perfect for rock, blues, and even some heavier styles.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton ST-62BK Hot Rod
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Basswood
  • Bolt-on neck: vintage caramelised Canadian maple
  • Fingerboard: Laurel
  • Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.50")
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
  • 22 Frets
  • Pickups: 2 Roswell STA Alnico 5 single coils (neck/middle) and 1 Roswell SHR Hot Blade ceramic humbucker (bridge)
  • 1 Volume control with push/pull function for coil split
  • 2 Tone controls
  • 5-Way switch
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • Synchronised tremolo
  • Double action truss rod
  • Kluson-style machine heads
  • Deluxe chrome hardware
  • Factory strings: .010 - .046
  • Colour: Black
  • high-gloss
PROS
  • • Roswell pickups deliver surprisingly hot, articulate tones with decent clarity.
  • • Vintage caramelised maple neck offers a comfortable, familiar C-shape profile.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction provides a bright, snappy response and easy adjustability.
  • • Coil-split functionality adds versatility; usable across multiple genres.
CONS
  • • Basswood body lacks the sustain and resonance of more premium woods.
  • • Synchronised tremolo system may require setup and isn't ultra-stable.
  • • Hardware, while functional, feels a bit budget-oriented in terms of finish.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Basswood
Neck Material Vintage Caramelised Canadian Maple
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups 2 Roswell STA Alnico 5 (S) / 1 Roswell SHR Ceramic (H)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.50 in)
Frets 22
Bridge Synchronised Tremolo
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The coil-split turns the humbucker into a single-coil, offering a brighter, more Fender-like tone, expanding the guitar's versatility.
While generally decent, some minor fretwork adjustments might be needed for optimal playability, which is common at this price point.
It's a functional synchronized tremolo, but lacks the fluidity and vintage feel of a true Fender trem; expect some tuning instability with heavy use.

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