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Excellent - right out of the box
I use this guitar for playing small groups and for leading worship at church. It has now become my primary acoustic guitar.
Pros: Beautiful - I personally prefer a satin finish as opposed to the usual gloss finish, so this was a pleasant surprise for me; well set up; tone; price; pickup and electronics carry the natural tone very well.
Cons: If I had to pick out one thing, the only item I could come up with is that the built-in tuner seems to 'float' a little bit. For casual playing or on-the-fly quick tuning it's adequate but the Snark seems to be more consistently accurate.
Detailed review:
I intended on taking it to a local luthier for setup (adjusting the action, etc.) but there was no need. Did a quick tuning upon arrival - amazingly it was still almost in tune but about a step low.
* The tuners are tight and even without being too stiff.
* It plays smoothly, couldn't find any fret buzz even using capo up to the 8th fret.
* Intonation is spot on so harmonics are clean, pure sounding, and easy to hit.
* The tone is rich and full at the sound hole, and bright and full strumming at the bridge.
* The pickup is very good especially taking into consideration the price point of the guitar.
I will be purchasing additional guitars (and gear).
Pros: Beautiful - I personally prefer a satin finish as opposed to the usual gloss finish, so this was a pleasant surprise for me; well set up; tone; price; pickup and electronics carry the natural tone very well.
Cons: If I had to pick out one thing, the only item I could come up with is that the built-in tuner seems to 'float' a little bit. For casual playing or on-the-fly quick tuning it's adequate but the Snark seems to be more consistently accurate.
Detailed review:
I intended on taking it to a local luthier for setup (adjusting the action, etc.) but there was no need. Did a quick tuning upon arrival - amazingly it was still almost in tune but about a step low.
* The tuners are tight and even without being too stiff.
* It plays smoothly, couldn't find any fret buzz even using capo up to the 8th fret.
* Intonation is spot on so harmonics are clean, pure sounding, and easy to hit.
* The tone is rich and full at the sound hole, and bright and full strumming at the bridge.
* The pickup is very good especially taking into consideration the price point of the guitar.
I will be purchasing additional guitars (and gear).
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I didn't expect it to be that good
I bought this beautiful instrument 1 and a half year ago and I have to say this guitar is an absolute beauty.
SOUND: Beautiful rich sound across the spectrum. Unplugged this thing sounds so good! The preamp is also pretty good although I'm not an expert on this field. The only thing that I noticed is that the knobs are really sensitive but I can't tell if that's a bad thing.
HANDLING: The guitar is pretty comfortable to play, it came perfectly set up. I just picked it up and started playing. I still haven't adjusted anything, it seems to hold together pretty well
LOOKS: The design is really good as well. I have gotten so many comments from people about how great this guitar looks, especially from people who are not involved in music. It's always nice when an istrument not only performs well but also looks well.
My only problem with this guitar is that the built in tuner isn't that accurate.
SOUND: Beautiful rich sound across the spectrum. Unplugged this thing sounds so good! The preamp is also pretty good although I'm not an expert on this field. The only thing that I noticed is that the knobs are really sensitive but I can't tell if that's a bad thing.
HANDLING: The guitar is pretty comfortable to play, it came perfectly set up. I just picked it up and started playing. I still haven't adjusted anything, it seems to hold together pretty well
LOOKS: The design is really good as well. I have gotten so many comments from people about how great this guitar looks, especially from people who are not involved in music. It's always nice when an istrument not only performs well but also looks well.
My only problem with this guitar is that the built in tuner isn't that accurate.
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Perfect for the price range
This is my 2nd steel string guitar and i am amazed how much i got for 200¤. It sounded great straight out of the box, tuned almost perfectly. Stays in tune really well.
I mostly use it for finger picking, and it sounds beautiful also for strumming, really fills the room.
The tuner can be a bit fiddly sometimes, but you get used to it and the pickup sounds well enough for most applications.
I personally really like the slightly matt finish on this piece which adds greatly to the beauty of the wood used in making.
So far i haven't really found any cons really, perhaps it's not the most suited for solos, since i feel like the attack is slightly lower.
Overall, Relatively low budget guitar, which certainly doesn't feel cheap, and can stand up to most mid budget guitars.
I mostly use it for finger picking, and it sounds beautiful also for strumming, really fills the room.
The tuner can be a bit fiddly sometimes, but you get used to it and the pickup sounds well enough for most applications.
I personally really like the slightly matt finish on this piece which adds greatly to the beauty of the wood used in making.
So far i haven't really found any cons really, perhaps it's not the most suited for solos, since i feel like the attack is slightly lower.
Overall, Relatively low budget guitar, which certainly doesn't feel cheap, and can stand up to most mid budget guitars.
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Affordable solid top acoustic
Great deal for a solid top acoustic. Sound is great, well made.
Fishman system is an added plus. You can't beat it for the price.
Fishman system is an added plus. You can't beat it for the price.
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Amazing guitar at an amazing price!!
Nothing more to add, albeit I am playing music as a hobby. So I am not sure if it would be a good option for professionals :)
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Very good quality for this money
I bought this guitar as a beginner. Now im playing 2/3 months and im very satisfied with it’s quality and sound. I totally recommend it if u want a low budget, but very high quality guitar.
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Beeeeutiful
Great sound, crisp, responsive, no rough areas or sharp frets. Strings are not high, Electronics responsive and clear. Neck was a little dry though will oil it down. Otherwise Great Guitar. Will buy more guitars from them. Cause what the wife don't know.....MUhahahahahhaa
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Hard to beat
I bought this beautiful Harley Benton a few years ago, and I can say it's worth every penny. From the finish, to the materials and the sound.
Easily one of the best acoustic guitars in the price range, and easily competes with more expensive ones.
Easily one of the best acoustic guitars in the price range, and easily competes with more expensive ones.
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I bought this guitar based on reviews by other Harley Benton owners. It came well packaged, sounding great out of the box. The quality is far superior than I expected of a guitar at this price. And it is beautiful to look at as well. Thank you!
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Incredible. Awesome. Fantastic.
I have numerous Harley Benton guitars both acoustic and electric.
The incredible quality and value of these instruments is beyond spectacular.
These guitars sound and look absolutely fantastic.
Once again: They are incredible.
This CLD-15MCE sounds and plays so good that I cannot put it down.
Harley Benton is now the only brand of instruments I will play and I will be getting more and more of them :)
The incredible quality and value of these instruments is beyond spectacular.
These guitars sound and look absolutely fantastic.
Once again: They are incredible.
This CLD-15MCE sounds and plays so good that I cannot put it down.
Harley Benton is now the only brand of instruments I will play and I will be getting more and more of them :)
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