CST-24 BK : Great for the price

I'm a hobbyist so I'm not looking for top tier instruments, however I do like instruments to feel good to play and to sound pleasing.

This guitar checks those boxes well enough. for the price its outstanding, but you get what you pay for so dont expect a miracle.

It feels lovely to play and has a really bulky neck if you're into that sort of thing. The pickups sound good in a high gain lead setting but I find them to be muddy and dull when played clean. The clean sound is marginally better with the coil tap engaged but don't expect any strat sounds, just a bit more clarity.

It weighs more than any guitar I've ever owned except a Greco Les Paul from the 70's (the heaviest object in the universe) so I hope you have a strong back. This weight however, paired with the set neck and lump of metal that is the bridge gives it excellent sustain.

The finish is adequate but not without its flaws, there are many tiny blemishes but nothing a good polish wouldnt fix. I was expecting as much as this is one of several Harley Benton guitars I own and it's well known that finish is where the price point of this brand is made obvious.

If you can deal with a few minor issues and arent looking for a bright, clean sound, then this guitar is good bang for the buck