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This is ELECTRIKJAM, your weekly dose of electrifying insights and updates from the world of guitars, gear and (mostly) metal music.

Here’s what we’ve got for you today:

• 🎸 Harley Benton Guitar Series Explained

• ✨ Our Picks For The Best Harley Benton Models For Beginners

• 🔌 Unpacking Harley Benton’s Myriad Pickup Options

• 🎙️ New Podcast Episode: Bands That Replaced Dead Singers: Winners & Losers

Harley Benton Fusion Series Guide: What To Know Before You Buy

Think of the Fusion series as Harley Benton's answer to premium, boutique guitars. We're talking roasted maple necks, stainless steel frets, and pickups that sing. Perfect for players who want that high-end feel without shelling out $2,000.

💡 Hot Tip: The Fusion T HH HT Roasted is chef's kiss if you want a Tele-style beast with modern appointments.

🔗 Check out the guide here →

Harley Benton Guitar Pickups: What You Need To Know

Pickups make or break a guitar's tone, and Harley Benton doesn’t disappoint. From vintage PAF-style humbuckers to sizzling single coils, their stock pickups punch way above their weight class. But… are they good enough to keep, or should you swap 'em out?

🎶 Quick Take: If you’re into metal, their HBZ Custom pickups on the metal-focused models deliver crushing tones without breaking a sweat.

🔗 Dive into the details →

Best Harley Benton Guitar for Beginners: My #1 Picks for 2024

Starting out? No worries, Harley Benton has your back. Affordable doesn’t mean cheap here. These guitars are beginner-friendly, but they also grow with you as your skills level up.

🎸 Top Pick: The CST-24T – a PRS-inspired gem with a tremolo bridge and coil-splitting for sonic versatility.

🔗 Find the perfect beginner guitar →

Harley Benton Guitar Series Guide: What To Know Before You Buy

Strat-style? Check. Les Paul clones? Double check. Crazy 8-string monsters? Oh yeah, they’ve got that too. Harley Benton’s series lineup is vast, and we’ve broken it all down so you can find your perfect match.

💥 Pro Tip: The Amarok series is Harley Benton’s secret weapon if you’re into modern shred machines.

🔗 Discover your next guitar →

📧 Reader Spotlight

“Harley Benton made me a believer! I snagged a TE-52 Telecaster-style guitar, and it slaps. Why pay $1,000 when you can pay $200 and still sound this good?” – Alex from Iowa.

That’s it for this week. Drop us a follow on Instagram, we’re trying – and failing – to drag ourselves into the 21st century.

Peace.

Chris & Richard