Harley Benton TrueTone SH-30 Pro Active

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Harley Benton TrueTone SH-30 Pro Active

Harley Benton

TrueTone SH-30 Pro Active

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 450685
Model: TrueTone SH-30 Pro Active
Price: $54.89

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This little Harley Benton is a surprisingly effective way to amplify your steel-string acoustic. The hybrid design does a decent job of capturing some of the acoustic body resonance alongside the magnetic pickup's clarity. It's a great, budget-friendly option for gigging musicians needing a clean, amplified signal without breaking the bank.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton TrueTone SH-30 Pro Active
  • Magnetic Soundhole Pickup for Acoustic Guitar
  • Active
  • noise-free design
  • Combination of a magnetic single coil pickup and microphone that records the body resonance
  • Built-in volume and microphone controller
  • Operates by 2x CR2032 batteries
  • Running time: Max. 160 h
  • 70 cm cable with 6.35 mm jack
  • Dimensions: 107 x 34.5 x 19.5 mm

*Note:* Works only with models with steel strings.

PROS
  • • Active circuitry eliminates hum and noise, a significant benefit for stage use.
  • • Hybrid design captures both magnetic articulation and acoustic body resonance.
  • • Integrated volume and mic blend controls offer convenient on-the-fly adjustments.
  • • The compact size minimizes obstruction within the soundhole, preserving acoustic tone.
CONS
  • • Active design requires batteries, adding maintenance and potential failure point.
  • • Steel-string acoustic guitars only; unsuitable for nylon-string instruments.
  • • The 'Pro' moniker might be optimistic; sound quality is adequate, not exceptional.

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Key Features

Type Magnetic/Microphone Hybrid, Active
Strings Steel Strings Only
Output 6.35 mm (1/4 in) Jack
Installation Soundhole Mount, with Cable
Controls Integrated Volume and Microphone Blend
Weight Approximately 75g (based on similar Harley Benton active pickups)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Increasing the mic blend adds more body and warmth, but too much can introduce unwanted acoustic feedback.
The 70 cm cable is a bit short; you'll likely need an extension cable for most stage environments.
It's a step below a dedicated preamp in terms of tonal flexibility and overall quality, but offers a convenient all-in-one solution.

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