Harley Benton TrueTone SH-20 Singlecoil

Name: Harley Benton TrueTone SH-20 Singlecoil
Brand: Harley Benton
Price: 27.39 USD
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Harley Benton

TrueTone SH-20 Singlecoil

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Product Info

Article Number: 382447

Brand: Harley Benton

Model: TrueTone SH-20 Singlecoil

Category: Magnetic Pickups for Acoustic Guitars

Price: $27.39

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This little Harley Benton SH-20 is a surprisingly decent option for acoustic players wanting to amplify their steel-string guitars without spending a fortune. It's got a clear, bright tone, and the passive design keeps things simple – perfect for folks who just want a straightforward, affordable amplified signal.

Product Description

Harley Benton TrueTone SH-20 Singlecoil
Magnetic Soundhole Pickup for Acoustic Guitar
Single coil
Suitbale for guitars with steel strings
Passive
noise-free design (no preamp required)
Maple housing
Easy installation
Fits all standard soundholes
Cable length: 4 m
Connection: 6.3 mm jack

PROS

• Maple housing provides a bright, articulate tone.
• Simple passive design avoids preamp noise and complexity.
• Cable length of 4m offers excellent stage flexibility.
• Fits standard soundholes, making installation straightforward.

CONS

• Maple housing can be prone to microphonic feedback at higher volumes.
• Single-coil design inherently picks up more hum than humbuckers.
• Limited tonal versatility compared to more complex pickup systems.

Product Video

Key Features

Type Magnetic Soundhole Pickup

Strings Steel Strings

Output Passive

Installation Easy, fits standard soundholes

Controls None (passive - no onboard controls)

Weight Approximately 150g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Rare Earth Blend offers far more tonal shaping options with its onboard preamp and EQ, but the SH-20 delivers a cleaner, more natural amplified acoustic tone without the added complexity and potential for noise.

Yes, the universal soundhole fit makes it suitable for dreadnoughts, but be mindful of potential feedback at higher volumes; proper EQ and gain staging are crucial.

Maple is more prone to microphonics than some other materials, so heavy distortion will likely exacerbate feedback issues – a noise gate might be necessary.