Custom Line CLA-16S : Blown away by the quality of the sound and the build.

2 years ago

I’ve got a CLA solid mahogany top and se it all the time for both practice and playing with other guitarists. It has recently had a set up and the action adjusted and is playing superbly. I was looking at a non electric auditorium size guitar to supplement it, and because I am so happy with that one, ended up buying this one. The build and set up is fantastic. No fret nubs or creep, frets polished smoothly. The action is spot on for me. Indeed, the thing was almost in perfect tune when I got it out of the box, which should bode well for tuning stability. The Sitka spruce top gives a warmer sound than my Mahogany topped CLA, so much so that my wife commented on it unprompted. I’ve started playing a lot more with my fingers as opposed to a plectum and that style of play seems to really bring the best out of it. It also seems to be easier to play finger style on, which I assume is down to the setup. I’ve had it for a day and I’ve hardly put it down. If it matures as has the mahogany one, it will be even better. It may not be the most expensive guitar, but it is a very nice instrument,and a pleasure to play.

Image Harley Benton Custom Line CLA-16S

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Harley Benton
  • Released in 2013
  • Average price : $202
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