Harley Benton Fusion-T II HH MN HT SGR

Harley Benton Fusion-T II HH MN HT SGR review

The Harley Benton Fusion-T II HH MN HT SGR is a fixed-bridge electric guitar with a roasted flamed maple neck, a Canadian maple fingerboard, and two Tesla humbuckers. Its Satin Gray finish has a slight green cast, according to a long-time player who tried the model after returning two black examples. That player praised the finish, workmanship, and sound of the gray-green guitar, while noting that the earlier returns involved missing screws and a faulty pickup switch. Those earlier experiences are worth keeping in context: they describe specific guitars, not a guarantee of what every unit will be like.

The listed price is 422, with no currency specified in the supplied product details. The model is listed as available since July 2026, under item number 627830. It comes without a case or gig bag. The specifications identify it as part of the Pro Series and describe a nyatoh body with a quilted maple veneer and black body binding.

Neck and playing feel

The bolt-on neck is made from roasted Canadian flamed maple, with a Canadian maple fingerboard. Harley Benton specifies a Modern C profile, measuring 21 mm thick at the first fret and 23 mm at the twelfth. The 648 mm scale length is the familiar 25.5-inch format, and the nut measures 42 mm across. A Graph Tech TUSQ XL nut completes the string path at the headstock.

The compound fingerboard radius runs from 305 mm to 406 mm, equivalent to 12 to 16 inches. That change gives the lower frets a rounder curve and the higher frets a flatter surface. It is a useful layout for players who move between chord work and bends, though comfort remains a matter of personal preference. The fingerboard has circular dot inlays, with fluorescent side markers intended to remain visible in dim conditions.

There are 24 Blacksmith stainless steel medium-jumbo frets. Stainless steel is generally selected for its wear resistance compared with conventional nickel-silver fret wire, while the medium-jumbo size gives a substantial contact point under the fingers. A double-action truss rod is adjusted using a wheel, a practical arrangement for neck setup changes. The supplied strings are Harley Benton HQS EL Coated.010 to.046, set up in standard E tuning.

Pickups, controls, and bridge

The pickup set consists of a Tesla Opus-1B Alnico 5 zebra humbucker at the bridge and a Tesla Opus-1N Alnico 5 chrome humbucker at the neck. The controls are straightforward: one volume knob, one tone knob, a five-way pickup selector, and a mini alternate switch. The selector offers more positions than a basic two-pickup, three-way layout, although the supplied specifications do not describe the exact wiring for each position. Buyers who need a particular coil-splitting or phase function should confirm the switch operation before relying on it.

The Babicz Z-Series FCH fixed six-saddle hardtail bridge suits players who prefer a stable, non-tremolo setup. The listing also describes the bridge as a Babicz FCH fixed 6 hardtail. This is not a vibrato-equipped guitar, so pitch changes from a tremolo arm are not part of its design. Jinho JN-07 staggered locking tuners carry the Harley Benton logo, and the hardware is chrome-plated.

Finish and quality notes

Satin Gray is the listed color. The field report describes a matte surface with a subtle green tint and calls the guitar striking in person. The same player, with 25 years of experience, was very pleased with the finish, construction, and tone of the gray-green example. That is useful hands-on feedback, but it is still one owner's account. In particular, the report of missing screws and a faulty pickup switch on two black guitars suggests checking hardware and switching during initial inspection rather than assuming every instrument will arrive in identical condition.

The product information has one specification mismatch: a brief summary says there is no top, while the detailed specification lists a quilted maple veneer. The detailed description is more specific, but buyers should verify the finish and body details with the retailer if that distinction matters to them.

Verdict

The Fusion-T II HH MN HT SGR has a strong technical feature set for players seeking a hardtail guitar with dual humbuckers. Its compound-radius maple fingerboard, stainless steel frets, locking tuners, and roasted maple neck give it a clear performance-oriented focus. The controls provide several pickup options, though the precise five-way wiring is not documented in the supplied details. The positive report on the Satin Gray example is encouraging, while the earlier quality-control problems make a careful first inspection sensible. It arrives without a case or bag, so include that in the overall cost if you need protected transport.