Harley Benton TE-62CC LH SP

Harley Benton TE-62CC LH SP review

The Harley Benton TE-62CC LH SP is a left-handed, six-string electric guitar with a shell pink finish and a hardtail bridge. At a listed price of $140, it is aimed at players seeking an affordable instrument with a familiar two-single-coil layout. The specifications include a basswood body, a bolt-on caramelized maple neck, a maple fingerboard, and 21 frets. It has been available since April 2023.

Owner feedback is notably positive, especially about the finish, neck feel, setup, and pickup sound. Several players describe it as ready to play straight out of the box, though setup preferences differ. One owner adjusted the string height to suit their own playing. A review also mentions slightly sharp fret edges, a small issue that may be easy to address but is worth checking when the guitar arrives.

Construction and playing feel

The neck has a Modern D profile, a 305 mm fingerboard radius, and a 42 mm nut width. Its scale length is 648 mm. A dual-action truss rod allows adjustment in either direction, and the bolt-on construction uses a roseacer stripe along the back of the neck. The neck and fingerboard are both listed as caramelized maple and maple, respectively.

Owners repeatedly praise the neck's feel and finish. One describes it as satin-finished and darker than it appears in photographs, while another highlights its comfortable shape and clean fretwork. A player comparing it with a Squier Affinity Telecaster found the Harley Benton's neck slightly thicker, with a slim D shape rather than a C shape. That preference is personal, but the feedback suggests the neck may suit players who want a more substantial feel than a slim C profile.

Reports on weight are mixed. One owner calls the guitar heavy, while another describes it as light and well balanced on a strap. A player who measured their example reported 3.7 kg and considered it heavy for this style of guitar, but liked the solid feel. Individual instruments and personal expectations can differ, so weight-sensitive buyers should keep those varied impressions in mind.

Pickups, controls, and hardware

The pickup system pairs a Roswell AlNiCo 5 TEA-F-CR single-coil pickup at the neck with a Roswell TEA-B single-coil pickup at the bridge. Controls consist of one volume knob, one tone knob, and a three-way selector switch. Owners describe the sound as a convincing classic twang-style tone, and several were impressed with how the pickups responded to effects pedals. One reviewer also praised the guitar's shielding, though that is an individual report rather than a published specification.

The volume control was described as smooth and gradual, which can help when adjusting output from the guitar itself. The three-way switch offers the usual choice of either pickup or both together. The guitar has no tremolo. Its hardtail bridge keeps the design straightforward, while Kluson-style tuning machines and deluxe hardware complete the vintage-inspired appearance. A three-ply mint green pickguard contrasts with the shell pink finish.

Finish and value

Owners consistently call the shell pink finish a highlight. Comments describe the paintwork as clean and the color combination as attractive, with the mint green pickguard adding to the guitar's distinctive look. The body color and vintage-style hardware give the instrument a clear visual identity without changing its conventional layout.

At $140, the reported quality is a major part of the appeal. Reviewers compare it favorably with more expensive instruments, including a Squier, and some say they would use it for gigs. Those comparisons reflect personal experience rather than a controlled test, but the repeated praise for the neck, finish, and sound is encouraging for buyers considering an entry-level guitar. The instrument ships without a case or gig bag, so those items may need to be purchased separately.

Verdict

The Harley Benton TE-62CC LH SP brings together a left-handed layout, a comfortable maple neck, two single-coil pickups, and a striking shell pink finish at a low listed price. Feedback points to strong out-of-box setup and solid overall workmanship, with occasional variation in fret-edge feel and different opinions about weight. Players should check the setup and fret ends on arrival, then judge the balance in person if weight is a concern. For left-handed players seeking a straightforward six-string electric with classic-style tones, this model makes a compelling case on price and reported playability.