Harley Benton TE-20 BK Standard Series
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Harley Benton
TE-20 BK Standard Series
Product Info
Article Number:
153579
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
TE-20 BK Standard Series
Category:
T Style Guitars
Price:
$97.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Harley Benton TE-20 is a seriously impressive value. It nails that classic T-style vibe with a bright, articulate sound – perfect for beginners or players seeking a budget-friendly workhorse. It's a great starting point for exploring country, surf, or even rock tones, and the build quality is surprisingly solid for the price.
Product Description
- Harley Benton TE-20 BK Standard Series
- Electric Guitar
- Bolt-on neck
- Body: Poplar
- Neck: Maple
- Neck profile: Modern C
- Fretboard: Armaranth
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Dot fretboard inlays
- 22 Frets
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Dual action truss rod
- Pickups: 2 TE-style single coils
- 1 Volume control
- 1 tone control
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Hardware: Chrome
- Die-cast machine heads
- String gauges: .009 - .042
- Colour: Black
- high-gloss
PROS
- • Amaranth fretboard offers a surprisingly smooth playing experience and stability.
- • TE-style single coils deliver a bright, twangy tone ideal for country and surf.
- • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy response and easy adjustability.
- • Die-cast tuners ensure reliable tuning stability, uncommon at this price point.
CONS
- • Poplar body, while lightweight, lacks the resonance of more premium woods.
- • Hardware, though functional, feels budget-oriented and may benefit from upgrades.
- • 3-way switch limits tonal versatility compared to a full coil-splitting system.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Amaranth
Pickups
2 TE-style single coil pickups
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
Die-cast bridge (likely a Telecaster-style design)
Weight
Approximately 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) - typical for a T-style
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Frequently Asked Questions
Amaranth is denser than rosewood and smoother than maple, offering a unique feel and improved stability against humidity changes.
Yes, the standard Tele-style pickup mounting allows for easy swapping with readily available aftermarket pickups.
The Modern C profile is generally comfortable, but it's on the slimmer side; players with very large hands might find it slightly cramped.
