Harley Benton ST-Modern HSS LPB

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Harley Benton ST-Modern HSS LPB

Harley Benton

ST-Modern HSS LPB

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 573385
Model: ST-Modern HSS LPB
Price: $196.90

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This Harley Benton ST-Modern HSS is a serious contender for players wanting a modern Strat feel with a bit more bite. The roasted maple neck and custom pickups really elevate the playing experience, and the coil-splitting is a huge bonus. It's a fantastic option for gigging musicians and hobbyists alike who want a reliable, versatile instrument without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton ST-Modern HSS LPB
  • Electric Guitar
  • Deluxe Series
  • Body: Poplar
  • Bolt-on neck: Roasted canadian maple
  • Fingeboard: Laurel
  • Dot fingerboard inalys
  • Right-angled rounded fingerboard edges
  • Nut: Graphite
  • Double action truss rod with adjustment wheel
  • Neck profile: modern D - thickness at 1st fret: 20.5 mm
  • at 12th fret: 22.5 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Compound fretboard radius: 305 - 406 mm (12" - 16")
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • 22 Premium nickel silver medium jumbo frets
  • Pickups: HBZ Custom Wound VTH Alnico 5 Covered humbucker (bridge)
  • HBZ Custom Wound VT-M Alnico 5 (middle) and HBZ Custom Wound VT-N Alnico 5 (neck) single coils
  • 1 Volume control
  • 1 Tone control with push/pull function for coil split
  • 5-Way switch
  • 3-Ply mint green pickguard
  • Synchronised Sung-Il BS-213 Deluxe tremolo system
  • Sung-Il ML-55 locking tuners with HB logo
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Lake Placid Blue high-gloss
PROS
  • • Roasted maple neck offers excellent stability and a smooth playing feel.
  • • HBZ Custom Wound pickups deliver a surprisingly versatile, modern tone.
  • • Graphite nut minimizes friction and tuning instability for improved sustain.
  • • Push/pull coil split adds significant tonal flexibility for varied genres.
CONS
  • • Sung-Il tremolo system may require setup and occasional maintenance.
  • • Poplar body, while resonant, lacks the premium sustain of mahogany.
  • • Laurel fretboard can be prone to slight finish imperfections.

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Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Roasted Canadian Maple
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups HBZ Custom Wound VTH Alnico 5 Humbucker (Bridge), HBZ Custom Wound VT-M Alnico 5 (Middle), HBZ Custom Wound VT-N Alnico 5 (Neck)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets 22 Premium Nickel Silver Medium Jumbo
Bridge Synchronised Sung-Il BS-213 Deluxe Tremolo
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs) - typical for a trem-equipped ST style guitar

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Frequently Asked Questions

The modern D profile is slightly flatter and thinner than the Fender AP, offering a faster, more contemporary feel – some will prefer it, others may not.
They are custom-wound specifically for Harley Benton, using Alnico 5 magnets; they’re not simply rebranded standard pickups and offer a noticeably different character.
The Sung-Il tremolo is functional, but often requires a basic setup to eliminate any unwanted wobble or tuning issues; a simple adjustment or lubrication can improve performance.

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