Harley Benton ST-Modern MN HSS SP Set

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Harley Benton ST-Modern MN HSS SP Set

Harley Benton

ST-Modern MN HSS SP Set

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 602577
Model: ST-Modern MN HSS SP Set
Price: $313.50

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This ST-Modern is a seriously impressive offering for the price. The roasted maple neck is a real highlight, and the HSS pickup configuration gives you a surprising amount of tonal range – from glassy cleans to aggressive rock tones. It's a fantastic choice for players wanting a modern, versatile Strat platform without a premium price tag.

Product Description

Harley Benton ST-Modern MN HSS SP Set

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton ST-Modern MN HSS SP

  • *Electric Guitar*
  • Deluxe Series
  • Body: Poplar
  • Bolt-on neck: roasted Canadian maple
  • Fingerboard: Canadian maple
  • Dot fingerboard inlays
  • 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 fingerboard 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 (push/pull for coil split)
  • 5-Way switch
  • 3-Ply mint green pickguard
  • Synchronised Sung-Il BS-213 Deluxe tremolo system
  • Sung-Il ML-55 locking machine heads with HB logo
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Shell Pink
  • high-gloss
  • Harley Benton HB-20R
  • *Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar*
  • 2 Channels: Clean and Overdrive
  • Power: 20 Watts
  • Equipped with: 8" Custom Voiced Speaker
  • TEC - tube-emulating circut
  • Switch for channel selection - Overdrive / Boost channel
  • Gain-control
  • Volume controls for overdrive and clean channel
  • 3-Band EQ with controls for bass
  • mids
  • treble
  • Reverb control (digital type)
  • Headphone output
  • Aux input
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 380 x 340 x 175 mm
  • Weight: 7 kg
  • Harley Benton E-Guitar Accessory Pack

*Accessory Pack for Electric Guitars*, Consists of gig bag, clip tuner, strap, cable and picks

*Gig Bag for Electric Guitar*, Standard version, Interior dimensions (L x W x D): 105 x 35 x 8 mm, Patch pocket for accessories

  • *Chromatic Clip Tuner*
  • Easy-to-read LC display
  • 360° Rotatable
  • Tuning range: A0 (27.50 Hz) - C8 (4186 Hz)
  • Calibration: A4 = 440Hz
  • Accuracy: ± 1 cent
  • Power supply CR2032 lithium battery (included in the scope of delivery)

*Guitar Strap*, Material: Nylon, Length adjustable up to 150 cm, With leather ends, Colour: Black

*Instrument Jack Cable*, Length: 3 m, Colour: Black

*Plectrum Mix*, Material: Nylon, 12 Pieces in mixed thicknesses and colours

PROS
  • • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth feel.
  • • HBZ Custom pickups deliver a surprisingly versatile, modern tonal palette.
  • • Graphite nut minimizes friction and tuning instability for improved performance.
  • • Push/pull coil split adds significant flexibility for various playing styles.
CONS
  • • Poplar body might lack the sustain of more premium tonewoods.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, won't offer the resonance of a set neck.
  • • Finish quality, while acceptable, may exhibit minor cosmetic imperfections.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Roasted Canadian Maple
Fingerboard Canadian Maple with Dot Inlays
Pickups HBZ Custom Wound VTH Alnico 5 (bridge), VT-M Alnico 5 (middle), VT-N Alnico 5 (neck)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets 22 Premium Nickel Silver Medium Jumbo
Bridge Vintage-Style Tremolo with Block
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs) - typical for a Strat-style guitar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roasted maple is kiln-dried at a higher temperature, resulting in increased stability, reduced moisture absorption, and a smoother, more consistent feel.
Absolutely. These custom-wound Alnico 5 pickups offer a more refined tone with improved clarity and a more articulate response compared to their standard offerings.
The tremolo block adds some stability, but it's still a floating trem. Proper setup and potentially a heavier block upgrade can further improve tuning stability.

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