Harley Benton
R-457 Active SBK
ElectricSuperstratSuits big handsBeginner-friendly
No ratings yet$206
An active-pickup superstrat with poplar body and maple neck, loaded with two active high-gain HBZ humbuckers for tight, high-output metal tone.
Best for
RockBluesPop
Score
estimated from specs & owner reviews68
Overall / 100
Playability
78
Sound
63
Build
58
Value
78
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Specifications
Suggest an edit| Brand | Harley Benton |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric |
| Body wood | Poplar |
| Neck wood | Maple |
| Fretboard | Blackwood |
| Strings | 6 |
| Scale length | 25.51" |
| Pickups | 2 active high gain HBZ humbuckers |
| Finish | Black Matte |
| Fretboard radius | 350 mm |
| Neck profile | Speed-D |
| Nut width | 48 mm |
| String gauges | .009, .011, .016, .024, .032, .042, .054 |
| Suitable Case | Article no. #177636# (not included) |
| Street price | $206 |
