HBO-850SB : Nice guitar

4 years ago

I like the style and design of the guitar (like an Ovation), I’m an at home player with family for my audience.

The only thing I can say negative about the guitar is the sliver left in my finger from somewhere near the sound holes.

Tuning and staying in tune, I find it to be like most of my prior purchases of HB electrics. It holds tune well, typically 5 out of 6 strings are fine.

I will say I’m not a big fan of the round back, that’s on me not on the guitar. It doesn’t affect my playing but it does feel a little off and less stable sitting on my leg, but that’s something you never know until you try it. I can assume/hope it will get better as I get better, play it more and become more accustomed to the round back style.

I have only used the electronics a couple of times and found no issues and it sounds great. At least to my untrained ear I should add.

If you want a nice guitar and don’t want to pay the big $$ this is certainly a great option.

Image Harley Benton HBO-850SB

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Harley Benton
  • Released in 2010
  • Average price : $140
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