Very instructional and realistic video about budget guitars. I find they’re good, but sometimes need some work. You show what that is, and that it is relatively easy to do. And then you have a great guitar. Thanx man.
You struggling to remove the tight knobs made me smile. If you really had to be careful to not damage a finish (or not mash up the control knob) you probably know to work some cloth underneath the knob, wrap it, and pull up, this pulls the knob off square to the pot shaft painlessly. Great videos, very clear. Thanks.
That is one of my own favourite guitars @ home. Got the SC-550 (LP), TE-90 QM (Tele P90), TE-70 Black Paisley, HB J75Bass as well....all works just great. Shielding-job...yepp....but nothing more needed. Was lucky. Great videos! Kippis from Stockholm 🍻 Great playing and clips. 💪🤘👍
First of all congrats for this upload man. I have heard so many great things about harley benton guitars, but this video is for all these people that never plays this kind of cheap guitars. You set up well, and you have a good instrument. Maybe pots and pickups, tuners, etc, they aren't the best in the market. But as far as I saw, it holds tune in a normal way. And the most important thing: you play soo good my friend, that solo is soo tasty. Congrats again!!!! (and enjoy that wonderful guitar)
3:34 Put a cloth rag under the knob, wrap it around the knob, then pull straight up. It'll apply even pressure around the knob, and the knob will come off without scratching up the guitar with metal tools.
After making this video I found out that as I checked out my other strat pickguards, they too have the extra holes drilled like in the vid at 5 min mark. I really do not know what is the purpose of them, so I´m sorry for my ignorance... if anyone knows why the pickguards have these little holes next to the actual pot holes, please let me know.
I have the same guitar. It came perfectly set up out of the box. Not a single flaw. Unfortunately, after two months, one of the tuning posts started to come out, and fret buzz appeared at the 7th and 8th fret when bending strings. The guitar is still pretty much playable, and holds tune literally for days, but it sucks to have issues with a new guitar after only a couple of months. You get what you pay for, I guess.
A wooden instrument changes, so it would probably be time to check the neck relief and high frets. There are lots of videos on CZcams, where it is shown how to do the basic setup work with no or very little special tools, this should not be too hard to fix.
@@milankotevski1663 Mine had issues too, but I managed to get rid of them with some setup work. At this price I think these are surprisingly good value for your money. And if the guitar is a lemon, you could return it.
@@milankotevski1663 I have much more expensive Fender guitars that also have that issues. It's normal, cause wood is changing over time. You should setup and inspect evrey guitar once for a while, even custom shop masterpieces.
The "vintage" staggered poles on the pick-ups are nonsense. They were designed this way to compensate for the thinner core of a wound G string and a much thicker plain B string which were the norm in the 50s to 60s (Strat's came with 13, 17, 28w, 34w, 46w, 55w). Using modern 9s or 10s on them creates a balance problem with a loud G and faint B strings no matter how the pick-ups are adjusted.
@@jukka9333 It depends on the strings you use. But yes, if you play light strings with a plain G, un-staggered is the better choice. In some pick-ups, the pole pieces can be pushed back down but those in the Roswell have different lengths and cannot move.
There is information like this: Stratocaster Pickup Height Bass side: 2mm Treble side: 1.6 mm I set them up by listening them of how they sound. The pickups themselves are different, depends on the pickup ohms etc... I would recommend that you set the height, then listen, and try different height and listen again...
I really sounds like a Strat. The signal chain is ST-62, Presonus Audiobox iTwo interface, laptop, Bias FX 2 "Stevie Ray Vaughan" setup from someone...
Did you mean S7? I have no experience about Sire guitars, but looking at the specs, Sire seems to be a couple notches up in overall materials, alder body, locking tuners, bone nut ....and the price range is also totally different. HB looks more like a traditional Strat.
@@jukka9333 You know, funny you should say that....as I listened to more of your vids, I was thinking the same thing... I have a few HB guitars but the HB Strat sound just didn't come to me like yours does...I do have Bias fx2...I think I'm gonna order one up thanks to you and your great tone and playing.. lol :)
@@ricknemrecords there are the community shared pedalboards in Tonecloud, this preset is named Stevie Ray Vaughn without the a in the surname, look it up.
Tip for removing knobs: Use two spoons, much easier. And if you want to protect the pickguard put some paper towel under the spoon.
Thanks for the tip!
@Fred Flintstone yep, more alternatives, thanks!
I know this video is quite old, but man, that solo blew my socks off! Very impressive, sir!
Thank you very much for your kind comments!
@@jukka9333You deserve it my friend, very funky/bluesy...and very professional!
@@YNGWIE998 thank you very much!
Very instructional and realistic video about budget guitars. I find they’re good, but sometimes need some work. You show what that is, and that it is relatively easy to do. And then you have a great guitar. Thanx man.
Thanks! You can get yourself a good player, if you are ready to work on them and maybe changing parts etc...
You struggling to remove the tight knobs made me smile. If you really had to be careful to not damage a finish (or not mash up the control knob) you probably know to work some cloth underneath the knob, wrap it, and pull up, this pulls the knob off square to the pot shaft painlessly. Great videos, very clear. Thanks.
Yea, the cloth trick is familiar to me, does the job without damaging the pickguard. I'm not too worried of scratching these budget guitars though.
The last flourish was the icing on the cake 💖
😁
That is one of my own favourite guitars @ home. Got the SC-550 (LP), TE-90 QM (Tele P90), TE-70 Black Paisley, HB J75Bass as well....all works just great. Shielding-job...yepp....but nothing more needed. Was lucky. Great videos! Kippis from Stockholm 🍻 Great playing and clips. 💪🤘👍
You have a nice arsenal of Harleys! Thanks for your comments, Skål!
First of all congrats for this upload man. I have heard so many great things about harley benton guitars, but this video is for all these people that never plays this kind of cheap guitars. You set up well, and you have a good instrument. Maybe pots and pickups, tuners, etc, they aren't the best in the market. But as far as I saw, it holds tune in a normal way. And the most important thing: you play soo good my friend, that solo is soo tasty. Congrats again!!!! (and enjoy that wonderful guitar)
Thank you for your comments! It is true that you can change all the hardware, these are good instruments for modding if the neck and body are ok.
phil collin says leave the back plate on, his belly hair used to get caught in the springs
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Sounds awesome, and love the color!
3:34 Put a cloth rag under the knob, wrap it around the knob, then pull straight up. It'll apply even pressure around the knob, and the knob will come off without scratching up the guitar with metal tools.
Yep, a nice trick!
It’s good to do a video of the unboxing because everyone likes NGD!😊
Exactly!
For my ears, srv sounds. Incredible for the price.
Yes, part guitar, part someone who created a great SRV sound for BIAS FX 2.
Wow ! Nice playing.
Thanks for your kind comment!
Great playing!
Thank you for your kind words!
Wow. Your playing made me forget everything mentioned. Hahahahaha. Excellent.
Sub 32
Oops like 32. Sub 31? Lmao!???
Looks and sounds great
Damn!!! Who needs a Suhr when you can play like that???👍😥 Awsome bro!!! Decía mi papá (qepd) No es el arco...sino el indio!!! Great playing dude!!!!🙏😊
Thank you for your kind comments!
Great clip. Dude you need a power string winder!!
Yes, you are right on that!
After making this video I found out that as I checked out my other strat pickguards, they too have the extra holes drilled like in the vid at 5 min mark. I really do not know what is the purpose of them, so I´m sorry for my ignorance... if anyone knows why the pickguards have these little holes next to the actual pot holes, please let me know.
Some pots come with a set piece of metal to hold the pot in square so it does not turn.
@@HavendaleBlvd80 Great, makes sense! Thank you for the info.
Fantastic solo! Nice sound, too
Thank you very much!
I have the same guitar. It came perfectly set up out of the box. Not a single flaw. Unfortunately, after two months, one of the tuning posts started to come out, and fret buzz appeared at the 7th and 8th fret when bending strings. The guitar is still pretty much playable, and holds tune literally for days, but it sucks to have issues with a new guitar after only a couple of months. You get what you pay for, I guess.
A wooden instrument changes, so it would probably be time to check the neck relief and high frets. There are lots of videos on CZcams, where it is shown how to do the basic setup work with no or very little special tools, this should not be too hard to fix.
@@jukka9333 Second this!
@@jukka9333 I have several guitars, some of them much older than Harley Benton, and despite that, Harley Benton is the only one with issues.
@@milankotevski1663 Mine had issues too, but I managed to get rid of them with some setup work. At this price I think these are surprisingly good value for your money. And if the guitar is a lemon, you could return it.
@@milankotevski1663 I have much more expensive Fender guitars that also have that issues. It's normal, cause wood is changing over time. You should setup and inspect evrey guitar once for a while, even custom shop masterpieces.
Damn dood ! Your a player bro. Props!
Thanks! good sound for a Harley, eh?
Tasty playing
Thank you very much!
Sounds like a Strat should sound! Nothing wrong about it. Maybe i still have to get me one too? Great playing BTW.
For this price you won´t go wrong if you get one. And thanks!
The "vintage" staggered poles on the pick-ups are nonsense. They were designed this way to compensate for the thinner core of a wound G string and a much thicker plain B string which were the norm in the 50s to 60s (Strat's came with 13, 17, 28w, 34w, 46w, 55w). Using modern 9s or 10s on them creates a balance problem with a loud G and faint B strings no matter how the pick-ups are adjusted.
@@Leo_ofRedKeep So should we favor the un-staggered pickups these days?
@@jukka9333 It depends on the strings you use. But yes, if you play light strings with a plain G, un-staggered is the better choice. In some pick-ups, the pole pieces can be pushed back down but those in the Roswell have different lengths and cannot move.
@@Leo_ofRedKeep Ok, thanks for the info.
Hard to beat Harley Benton guitars.
They sure are good value for the price.
Spoons. Magic tool to pull up Strat' knobs. They're in the kitchen.
A handy tip that works!
the sticker is a nice touch lol
Use a teaspoon to remove knobs.
Thanks for the tip, did not know it when I shot this video.
Hi,do you know the exact pick up heights as mine came way up? In mm if possible. 👊
There is information like this:
Stratocaster Pickup Height Bass side: 2mm Treble side: 1.6 mm
I set them up by listening them of how they sound. The pickups themselves are different, depends on the pickup ohms etc... I would recommend that you set the height, then listen, and try different height and listen again...
Thanks for the video. That's a nice guitar tone, what's the signal path? I think it sounds like an authentic Strat.
I really sounds like a Strat. The signal chain is ST-62, Presonus Audiobox iTwo interface, laptop, Bias FX 2 "Stevie Ray Vaughan" setup from someone...
Great sound! The neck wood and finish are also gorgeous. Might have to get me one. What are you running it through in the sound samples?
I'm using Bias Fx 2 from PositiveGrid. One SRV preset that I found on their Tonecloud.
Dude, thanks for the video. Help me out please.. what's the neck heel width?
Can't help you, sorry! I no longer have the guitar...
If you don't mind, I use your bald head as a white balance for my camera😅 Great video, no kidding...
Yes by all means! And thanks! 😁
white text on a white or light background
Yea, sorry for my bad editing
Some clean sounds from each of the pup positions would have been helpful.
Ok, coming up soon...
Keep away from my guitars. Use a teaspoon and cloth in future.
I have used the teaspoon and it works!
How does this compare to the SIRE Larry Carlton T7? Which is better?
Did you mean S7? I have no experience about Sire guitars, but looking at the specs, Sire seems to be a couple notches up in overall materials, alder body, locking tuners, bone nut ....and the price range is also totally different. HB looks more like a traditional Strat.
What is the difference in sound without the backplate?
maybe not much, I haven´t thought about it that way 🤣
Nice looking guitar, it’s a little infuriating that you have to force parts off a new guitar to get that damn plastic off !
Yea, luckily I am a person who likes to tear things apart so...😊
Do you know does this guitar have pool routing?
That i can mod it To hh strat 🙂🙏🙏.
Hi Jasu! Part 2 of the Inca Silver videos shows the inside that is routed for single coils.
@@jukka9333 thanks very much 👍!!
Der Preis ist heiss......very good for the money!
Yes
What's the song name at the end of this movie;)
The song is SRV "Tightrope"
The tools cost as much as the guitar, though.
😄
You're pretty cool :)
thx
Is this fretboard radius really flat? Like 14" flat?
It is 12" according the product info at Thomann.
To get the knobs off, just use 2 guitar picks,but no screwdriver! You are ruining the pickguard for nothing!
Ok thanks for the tip.
This might sound crazy but why does your ST-62 sound more like a strat than other ST-62 strats from Thomann?
I really don't know, but it sounds very stratty to my ears too. Maybe it is the software, BIAS FX 2, that I'm using?
@@jukka9333 You know, funny you should say that....as I listened to more of your vids, I was thinking the same thing... I have a few HB guitars but the HB Strat sound just didn't come to me like yours does...I do have Bias fx2...I think I'm gonna order one up thanks to you and your great tone and playing.. lol :)
@@ricknemrecords there are the community shared pedalboards in Tonecloud, this preset is named Stevie Ray Vaughn without the a in the surname, look it up.
@@jukka9333 Ok I will..Thank u Sir :)
Way to throw away a set of new DAddario 9s.....
El guitarrista merece una guitarra mejor, en mi opinión.
Thank you !
Strange...after all that Benton creates an extremely ugly headstock. UGLY !!!!!!!!!!!
Yea, it sure needs some getting used to. And if it bothers you, you can easily change the neck!