Harley Benton ST-Modern Plus MN HSS S Set

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Harley Benton ST-Modern Plus MN HSS S Set

Harley Benton

ST-Modern Plus MN HSS S Set

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 598494
Model: ST-Modern Plus MN HSS S Set
Price: $548.90

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This ST-Modern Plus is a seriously impressive offering for the price. The roasted maple neck and stainless steel frets make it a joy to play, and the Tesla pickups provide a surprisingly versatile range of tones, leaning towards a modern classic rock vibe. It's an excellent choice for players seeking quality and playability without a premium price tag.

Product Description

Harley Benton ST-Modern Plus MN HSS S Set

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

  • *Electric Guitar*
  • Body: American alder
  • Bolt-on neck: Roasted flamed Canadian maple
  • Fingerboard: Canadian maple
  • Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Fluorescent side dots
  • Right-angled rounded fingerboard edges
  • Ergonomically designed neck-body transition
  • Compound fingerboard radius: 305 - 406 mm (12"-16")
  • Scale length: 648 mm (25.50")
  • Nut width: 42 mm (1.65")
  • Graphite nut
  • Double action truss rod with adjustment wheel
  • Neck profile: D - thickness at 1st fret: 20.5 mm / at 22nd fret: 22.5 mm
  • 22 medium jumbo stainless steel frets with rounded ends
  • Pickups: 1 Tesla VR-Nitro Alnico 5 covered humbucker (bridge) and 2 Tesla TV-S1M Alnico 5 single coils (middle and neck)
  • 1 volume control
  • 1 tone control with push/pull function for coil split
  • 5-way switch
  • 3-ply mint green pickguard
  • Babicz FCH 2-point Z-Series C full contact tremolo
  • Chrome hardware
  • Staggered machine heads
  • Factory strings: Elixir Coated 010-046 (tuned to E A D G B E standard)
  • Colour: Shell Pink
  • 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 excellent stability and feel.
  • • Tesla pickups deliver a surprisingly articulate and powerful tone.
  • • Alder body offers a balanced resonance and comfortable weight.
  • • Stainless steel frets ensure smooth playability and long fret life.
CONS
  • • Graphite nut, while consistent, lacks the warmth of traditional bone or tusq.
  • • Bridge type is unspecified; potential for setup issues.
  • • HSS configuration limits versatility for players needing heavier tones.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material American alder
Neck Material Roasted flamed Canadian maple
Fingerboard Canadian maple with dot inlays
Pickups 1 Tesla VR-Nitro Alnico 5 (bridge), 2 Tesla TV-S1M Alnico 5 (middle/neck)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.50 in)
Frets 22 medium jumbo stainless steel
Bridge Fixed bridge - likely a vintage-style design, details unspecified
Weight Approximately 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs) - typical for an alder body guitar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Roasted maple is kiln-dried, making it exceptionally stable against humidity changes, which improves tuning stability and contributes to a slightly brighter, more resonant tone.
Yes, the Tesla pickups are a noticeable step up, offering better clarity, definition, and a more nuanced response compared to the stock pickups found on many entry-level guitars.
The compound radius simplifies chording near the nut and makes bending easier higher up the neck, making it ideal for players who frequently use both techniques.

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