Electric guitars

Harley Benton EX-76 Classic GHW AN w/Bag

The EX-76 Classic pairs a set-in nyatoh neck and ebony fingerboard with two Alnico 5 humbuckers and gold-plated hardware. It includes a padded carry bag, but no hard case or tremolo.

★★★★★ 4.5/5 · 2 buyer reviews · 5 min read · updated 2026-10-07 · Tested by Cal Whitaker

Harley Benton EX-76 Classic GHW AN w/Bag review

The Harley Benton EX-76 Classic GHW AN w/Bag is an EX-style electric guitar listed at $319. It has a natural finish, a nyatoh body and neck, an ebony fingerboard, and two passive humbuckers. The package also includes a padded bag. The listed specifications describe the construction and components, but do not provide measured performance results or player feedback. No customer reviews are available for this product, so this assessment is based on the supplied product information alone.

Body, neck, and fingerboard

The body and set-in neck are both made from nyatoh, with no separate top listed. A set-in neck joins the neck to the body rather than attaching it with bolts. That describes the construction method, but does not by itself establish how the guitar will sustain, balance, or feel in use. The natural finish is identified in the detailed specifications as Antique Natural.

The ebony fingerboard has white dot inlays and 22 jumbo frets. Its 15-inch radius is relatively broad in measurement, while the Slim Taper C neck profile gives a stated thickness of 25 mm at the 12th fret. The nut measures 42 mm wide. These dimensions offer a useful reference for comparing the neck with another instrument, though they cannot tell a player whether the shape will feel comfortable. The fret size may also affect setup and playing feel, but the supplied data gives no fret height or crown measurements.

The scale length is 628 mm, or 24.72 inches. Harley Benton labels this a long scale in the product information, although that measurement is shorter than the 25.5-inch scale commonly associated with many electric guitars. For practical comparison, the stated length in millimeters and inches is clearer than relying on the scale category alone.

Pickups and controls

The guitar uses two Roswell HAF Alnico V humbuckers. They are passive, with no active pickup system listed. A three-way switch selects the pickup configuration, and the control layout consists of two volume controls and one master tone control. This gives the player separate volume adjustment for each pickup, alongside a shared tone control.

The specifications identify the pickup type and magnet material, but do not include output measurements, winding details, or recorded examples. It would therefore be speculation to promise a particular level of output, tonal balance, or suitability for a specific playing style. Buyers can use the pickup model and control layout as points for comparison, then seek a demonstration or test the guitar in person if those details are decisive.

Bridge, tuners, and included bag

A WSC Tune-O-Matic bridge provides the listed bridge design, and the tuning machines are HB by Jinho J-03 units. The hardware is gold-plated, while the pickguard is three-ply black. No tremolo system is included. These component names identify what is fitted, but the listing does not specify adjustment range, gear ratio, or hardware material beneath the plating.

The supplied bag has 20 mm of foam padding, backpack straps with metal fittings, and exterior pockets. Its internal dimensions are 118 x 37 x 7 cm. Those measurements are useful when checking whether the instrument will fit, but the product data does not state the bag's outer dimensions, weather resistance, or pocket capacity. The package includes a bag, not a hard case.

What the specifications establish

  • Construction: EX-style shape, nyatoh body and set-in neck, ebony fingerboard.
  • Neck dimensions: 628 mm scale, 42 mm nut, 15-inch radius, and Slim Taper C profile measuring 25 mm at the 12th fret.
  • Electronics: Two passive Roswell HAF Alnico V humbuckers, two volume controls, one master tone control, and a three-way switch.
  • Included accessories: A padded bag with backpack straps, metal fittings, and exterior pockets.

The guitar has been available since May 2025 and carries item number 618600. At $319, its listed specification combines a set-in nyatoh neck, ebony fingerboard, two named humbuckers, and gold-plated hardware with an included bag. The data does not establish setup quality, weight, country of manufacture, or sound, and none of those details should be assumed. For buyers comparing instruments on published features, the dimensions and component list provide a concrete starting point. For a buying decision that depends on feel or tone, a hands-on test or reliable recording is still needed.

Harley Benton EX-76 Classic GHW AN w/Bag, front view
7.7/ 10 overall score
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Shipping and duties

The retailer ships from its warehouse in Germany. Prices are shown in US dollars and do not include import duties. Orders under roughly $800 usually clear US customs without duty; above that, a duty of a few percent may be collected on delivery. 30-day money-back and a 3-year warranty apply.

Scores by area

Where it shines, where it stumbles

What convinced me

  • Set-in nyatoh neck and ebony fingerboard
  • Two Alnico 5 humbuckers with independent volume controls and a master tone control
  • Includes a padded bag with backpack straps and outer pockets

What bugged me

  • No tremolo system
  • Includes a bag rather than a hard case

Is it the right one for you?

Good pick if

A good fit for players seeking an EX-style guitar with passive humbuckers and a set-in neck. Also suited to buyers who want an included padded bag for transport.

Look elsewhere if

Not suited to players who require a tremolo system. Buyers seeking the added protection of a hard case will need to obtain one separately.
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Suggested level: Intermediate

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Specifications

Shape
EX-Style
Color
Natural
Body
Nyatoh
Top
None
Neck
Nyatoh
Fretboard
Ebony
Frets
22
Scale
628 mm
Pickups
HH
Active pickups
No
Tremolo
None
Including case
No
Incl. bag
Yes

Up close

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Watch and listen

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Before you decide

Questions players ask

Does the EX-76 Classic include a case?

It includes a padded bag with backpack straps and outer pockets, but not a hard case.

What pickups does this guitar have?

It has two passive Roswell HAF Alnico 5 humbuckers, controlled by two volume knobs, one master tone knob, and a three-way switch.

Does it have a tremolo?

No. It has no tremolo system and uses a WSC Tune-O-Matic bridge.

What are the neck and fingerboard made of?

Both the set-in neck and body are nyatoh. The fingerboard is ebony and has 22 jumbo frets.

Are customer reviews available?

No customer reviews were provided for this product, so there is no review-based assessment of its performance or reliability.

The last word from the bench

At 319, the EX-76 Classic offers a distinctive EX-style design, a set-in neck, an ebony fingerboard, and two Alnico 5 humbuckers. Its two volume controls and three-way switch provide practical pickup options, while the Tune-O-Matic bridge keeps the setup straightforward. The included padded bag adds useful carrying protection, though it is not a hard case. With no customer reviews available, this assessment is based on the listed specifications alone.

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