If there is one phrase that is sure to get acoustic guitarists’ attention, then it has to be “all-solid” – after all, guitars made completely from solid wood are synonymous with a lively, characterful tone. The downside, however, is that such guitars usually come with an equally luxurious price tag as well. With the CLD-30SCM-CE SolidWood, however, Harley Benton is now proving that this doesn’t have to be the case. This dreadnought features a top made from solid Grade A American cedar, while its back and sides are made from solid Gabon mahogany, which is also called okoume. What is more, the CLD-30SCM-CE SolidWood also features a Fishman Sonicore/Presys-II pickup system complete with an integrated chromatic tuner, while a set of Grover machine heads as well as a GraphTech TUSQ nut and bridge saddle further enhance the guitar's already impressive range of features.
The dreadnought, which is one of the largest acoustic guitar shapes, has gained immense popularity for its sound, and Harley Benton has used this design as the template for the CLD-30SCM-CE SolidWood. The guitar's solid American cedar top features scalloped X-bracing and gives it a bright-sounding tone and a very direct attack, while the solid Gabon mahogany body provides a crisp and controlled response. This combination results in a very well balanced overall sound that is particularly suitable for strumming, though single-note picking and melodies will also shine with plenty of presence and sustain. What is more, the CLD-30SCM-CE SolidWood comes strung with a set of high-quality D'Addario strings, and its outstanding sound can be reproduced with complete authenticity through an amplifier or PA system thanks to the Fishman pickup system.
The Harley Benton CLD-30SCM-CE SolidWood is clearly an instrument for musicians of all levels who want to get the most out of every note they play. It is designed to cut through in the mix and provide excellent dynamics - particularly when amplified via the onboard pickup system. The guitar's okoume neck - complete with a 20-fret pau ferro fingerboard - is slightly wider than usual with a nut width of 44.5mm (1.75") and thus provides comfortable string spacing for more sophisticated playing techniques. And while the price may have been rolled back, no compromise has been made in terms of quality, so all fans of the classic dreadnought design should take a closer look at the CLD-30SCM-CE SolidWood.
Since 1998, the Harley Benton brand has been catering for the needs of numerous guitarists and bassists. In addition to an extensive range of stringed instruments, Thomann's house brand also offers a wide choice of amplifiers, speakers, effect pedals, and other accessories. In total, the range includes over 1,500 products. Built by established names in the industry, all Harley Benton products combine quality and reliability at attractive and affordable prices. The continuous expansion of the range ensures that Harley Benton always provides new, exciting, and innovative products that keep players perfectly in tune with the musical world, day after day.
Thanks to its solid-wood construction, the Harley Benton CLD-30SCM-CE SolidWood will always provide plenty of volume, even in smaller setups without a microphone or amplifier, which makes it perfect for musical styles that require a full-sounding acoustic rhythm accompaniment, whether it's around the campfire or busking in the street. Should the audience be large enough to require a little more volume, however, the CLD-30SCM-CE's onboard Fishman pickup system can take over, allowing the guitar's excellent sound to be amplified through an acoustic amp or PA. And last but not least, the integrated chromatic tuner is perfect for making any necessary tuning adjustments in between songs.