Harley Benton ST-62BK Hot Rod Set

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Harley Benton ST-62BK Hot Rod Set

Harley Benton

ST-62BK Hot Rod Set

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 533599
Model: ST-62BK Hot Rod Set
Price: $328.90

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The ST-62BK Hot Rod is a seriously impressive value. It nails that classic Strat vibe with a comfortable neck and versatile pickup configuration, the push/pull coil split is a real bonus. This is a great option for gigging musicians or beginners wanting a quality instrument without spending a fortune.

Product Description

Harley Benton ST-62BK Hot Rod Set

*Bundle offer comprising*, 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
  • Harley Benton HB-40MFX
  • *Electric Guitar Modelling Combo*
  • Power: 40 W
  • Class AB power amplifier
  • Speaker configuration: 1x 10"
  • 5 Amp voicings
  • incl. Clean
  • Crunch
  • Lead
  • OD1 and OD2
  • 4 Fully programmable presets
  • Multi-FX DSP with 5 individual digital effects: Reverb
  • Delay
  • Chorus
  • Tremolo and Phaser
  • each with adjustable parameters
  • Controls for gain
  • volume
  • treble
  • bass and FX as well as a master volume
  • Mini-jack connection for aux line and headphones
  • Bluetooth audio receiver for playing backing tracks from an external source
  • Digital guitar tuner with LED display
  • Output for external speaker
  • 240 V 50/60 HZ switching power supply
  • 12 mm wooden cabinet
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 400 x 405 x 210 mm
  • Weight: 9.0 kg
  • Thomann E-Guitar Gigbag Eco

*Gig Bag For Electric Guitar*, Standard edition, Internal dimensions: Approx (L x W x D): 105 x 35 x 8 cm, Patch pocket for accessories, Thomann CTG-10 Clip Tuner

  • *Clip Tuner for Guitar and Bass*
  • Chromatic
  • Tuning via vibration sensor
  • Large backlit display
  • Two-tone display for showing the correct tuning
  • Rotates 360°
  • Includes battery (CR2032)
  • Thomann Nylonstrap

*Guitar Nylon Strap*, Adjustable length of about 80 to 139 cm, Width: 5 cm, Reinforced leather ends, Colour: Black, the sssnake IPP1030

  • *Instrument Cable*
  • Both sides: 6.3 mm mono jack
  • 0.22 mm² / AWG 24
  • Outer diameter: 6.0 mm
  • Length: 3 m
  • Colour: Black
  • Harley Benton Nylon Player Pick Set Mixed
  • *Guitar Pick Set*
  • 12 Picks of various thicknesses
  • Material: Nylon
  • Thickness: 2x each of 0.58 mm
  • 0.71 mm
  • 0.81 mm
  • 0.96 mm
  • 1.2 mm
  • 1.5 mm
PROS
  • • Roswell pickups deliver surprisingly articulate, vintage-voiced tones with good output.
  • • Caramelized maple neck provides a smooth, fast feel and enhanced resonance.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction offers a bright, snappy response characteristic of classic Strats.
  • • Push/pull coil split dramatically expands tonal versatility for various genres.
CONS
  • • Basswood body, while lightweight, lacks the sustain and resonance of ash or alder.
  • • Synchronized tremolo system may require setup and careful use to avoid tuning instability.
  • • Hardware, while functional, feels a bit budget-oriented compared to higher-end instruments.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Basswood
Neck Material Caramelized Canadian Maple
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups Roswell STA Alnico 5 (neck/middle), Roswell SHR Hot Blade Ceramic (bridge)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.50 in)
Frets 22
Bridge Synchronized Tremolo
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs) - typical for a basswood Strat

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's hotter and more aggressive than a typical single-coil Strat bridge pickup, offering a more modern rock/blues tone while retaining some clarity.
The caramelizing process creates a slightly glassy feel; it’s generally not overly sticky but can feel a little different than a standard satin finish, requiring a bit of getting used to.
The stock tremolo is functional but not premium; expect some tuning instability with heavy tremolo use and consider upgrading the springs or tremolo block for better performance.

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