SC-450 P90 GT Classic Series : Needs tweaking to be brought to play

4 years ago

The guitar arrived in good shape. The finish and colour are amazing for this price tag (and my taste) but other than that, there are a few things that need to be "fixed".

Neck is straight and fat which is a bit odd (been used to faster necks) but will eventually get used to it.

The fretboard was dead dry so needed some oil treatment but the blackwood looks pretty cool.

Frets needed polishing since bending the strings is obviously not even close to smooth. They also need levelling in the B and high E strings at 17-19 where there are a few dead spots. Also some buzzing which needs to be reviewed/adjusted I guess.

The guitar is pretty heavy which can be either a good or a bad thing and a matter of personal taste.

Tuners are just OK.

Intonation was interestingly pretty on spot (nice one there).

Pots and switch look really cheap but work OK for now.

Nut has not been cut/finished with care (has remnants of the actual cut and not been sanded at all).

Overall at 166 euros, I don't think you can get something better (not even used) so if you have the knowledge and time to spare to get it properly playing, go for it. If not, you may end up with a guitar that is difficult to play. It's a good basis for experimentation on updates/maintenance and in general, stuff you wouldn't do in more expensive guitars but can also be a great (and stunning) player if you treat her well.

Image Harley Benton SC-450 P90 GT Classic Series

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Harley Benton
  • Released in 2015
  • Average price : $162
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