HBO-850 Classic Blue : Incredible value guitar

3 years ago

OK, let me start by saying this is an incredible guitar. There's definitely bang for buck here.

I have one tiny problem, the pickup wires are creating buzz even on open strings. There is no buzz when i lay it down or hold it at an odd angle, but when i hold it to play normally, its buzzing. It absolutely is the wires, whatever way theyre sitting. Now that wouldn't normally be a major issue, but I can't get at them because of the pretty but small sound holes. I've managed to hook one wire and I taped it to the inside but I can't reach the other one.... yet, but I will, otherwise I'd give this guitar 5/5 in all categories, a guitar of this standard at this price point of deserves 5/5.

It is a stunning guitar, lovely warm tone. The fretboard and neck are just a dream to play. Not too loud, but that's what I wanted for playing at home in a small house. The quality is surprisingly good, for the price. If I can fix this buzz then I can see it becoming a go to guitar. Highly recommended

Edit: while the cables inside are very long and loose, I'm now not sure what is causing the g string to buzz. I'm now thinking it's the nut, but also some kerfing fell out of a sound hole. I don't want to have to return it. All in all, still a good value guitar considering the price point

Image Harley Benton HBO-850 Classic Blue

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Harley Benton
  • Released in 2017
  • Average price : $140
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