Harley Benton SC guitar kit, Les Paul unboxing & review. Single cut style kit.

[@somekindofmonkeyapprentice8697]

I like you Highly informative and clear Definitely reinforcing my idea of buying one

[@guitar-academy]

Thank you . . . 😊

[@leoglasmeyer2853]

You should mention how this kit has a good neck access on lower frets which, even if not perfect, is impressive at such price range

[@guitar-academy]

I haven't built this one yet. So thank you for that tip I will mention it in the final test 😀

[@Ricardo-cl3vs]

I have recently ordered this kit and they have changed the packaging. Now the parts are sealed inside little plastic compartments that are part of a large plastic bag. Each compartment also contains the screws and washers needed for that particular piece so it's even easier now.

[@guitar-academy]

That sound like a good improvement 😊

[@andreeadobre3190]

I got my classical guitar from Thomann and the box was absolutely huge! There was a lot of padding around the actual guitar's box, so kudos to Thomann for safe packaging. I also bought sound equipment for filmmaking from them in the past and it was the same, you get a huge box and dig in to get to another box that's half the size lol. Btw that white dust was on my guitar's neck too, but got rid of it very easily.

[@lmabr]

Great review! Thanks

[@guitar-academy]

Thank you and thanks for watching!

[@alisonanthony1228]

I've just received my strat copy kit from Thomann today and am very pleasantly surprised by the quality and finish. The neck is absolutely flat straight out of the box and the frets are very well finished and levelled. The only other kit I've made was a LP copy from Coban which looked beautiful with a spalted maple top but the electronics were a bit of a mare, it was supposed to be non solder but I ended up buying a new wiring harness for it because the harness supplied with the kit was, as expected, pretty cheap and tinny and, unfortunately, not very well constructed. The Thomann strat copy electronics, on the other hand, look better and are well soldered - all in all, I'm very pleased with it. And it was less than half the price of the Coban kit (although the LP is a gorgeous looking thing and I love it to bits, it plays beautifully!)

[@guitar-academy]

I guess the most expensive part is the wood, so I nice spalted maple top is worth paying for and you can experiment with the electrics. I think one of the good things about the strat is the fact that you can do most of the electrics outside the guitar so you can move around it and see what you are doing. Hopefully you will find the same thing . . good luck with it . . . 😊

[@timditulio6215]

Awaiting your construction and finish video...Considering this kit or HB SC450 CB (present cost difference $29USD). I would apply Tru-Oil or Minwax Wipe-On Poly to the back and sides and a spray-painted gold top w/ clear gloss enamel. I'll carve a serious belly cut to dump the weight of these HB boat anchors. Cheers!

[@7JamesBond]

Thanks, to you review!!

[@guitar-academy]

Thank you 😊

[@glenkepic3208]

Could be a fun project these days.

[@guitar-academy]

Yeah . . now is the perfect time . . 😀

[@noi5emaker]

I'd be livid if I got plastic parts with no protective plastic. Peeling that plastic off is the highlight of my day!

[@guitar-academy]

It's nice . . it's like, I've got something new. 😊😊 I have students who have had there guitars for years and still have the plastic film on the scratch plate . .

[@egernman12]

Did you ever build the guitar? Bought it for my son, so would be nice to see, maybe some tips and tricks :D

[@terrymantle2711]

The thing nobody ever says about the strings that come in the kits is this. They are there to set up the action of the guitar. So when you are shaping the nut your not filing and pulling on and off a good set of strings. If you aren't setting up your string heights at the nut and topping the nut so your strings aren't buried. Your guitar will not play well and when you form chords the notes of the chord will be sharp or flat. Action is important.

[@cattnipp]

tell me something i do't know

[@terrymantle2711]

@NaturalRights I just did 3 yrs ago in fact.

[@jasq99]

Nice video. Have you uploaded finished guitar video yet? Can’t find it on your channel

[@guitar-academy]

Sorry No . . I am way behind on my videos because I've been so busy. I will start in soon and get the video up . . 😊

[@theharlequin7280]

Afer watching your amazing SG build, I was curious whether the body of the SC kit is also made of rather soft wood. I already did a Harley Benton Strat kit I build, which also had the same issue.

[@guitar-academy]

I will be can't answer that question yet as I haven't built any of it, but I can tell you the body is a lot heavier suggesting it is harder wood. . .I will do the build soon

[@theharlequin7280]

@@guitar-academy Looking forward to seeing what you come up with. :) It being a heavier type is promising, if only for the reason that I do enjoy some of my guitars with some weight to them. Particularly singlecuts.

[@guitar-academy]

@@theharlequin7280 I'm a bit different I guess. I like a light guitar, but it's because I have a bad leg from a motorcycle accident years back and when I'm working in the studio it doesn't take long before the pain becomes too much. I can work for longer with a light guitar . .

[@theharlequin7280]

@@guitar-academy Damn... that sounds awful. Sorry to hear that you have to deal with that. Truly understandable that you don't want to deal with things that bring additional discomfort and hinder your work.

[@skyline2601]

Hello. I bought this kit and it arrived today. I noticed that the nut slots are not cut deep enough, and the strings don't really go in. Is this something I should worry about or is it fine? Was yours any different?

[@guitar-academy]

The nut slots were find on the one I got, but it was a while ago I bought mine. With the one you're describing it might be a good idea to give it a nut upgrade before the build. 🤔

[@mr.bluesky1604]

First speed double up

[@guitar-academy]

🙂

[@Dougie.Douglas.]

Im thinking of buying either of these but im looking for more of a Clapton sound just a general Clapton sound which would be more in tbe ball park

[@guitar-academy]

Sounds like you would be better looking for a Strat style kit, as Clapton loves his Strats . .

[@Dougie.Douglas.]

@@guitar-academy i have one but i would like another type so which is better the sg or lp

[@guitar-academy]

@@Dougie.Douglas. It's personal taste, but I think the LP is a bit better myself . .

[@Dougie.Douglas.]

@@guitar-academy what about for bowie which is beyyer for bowie

[@guitar-academy]

@@Dougie.Douglas. Sorry, I can't give you a straight forward answer to that question . . That's a hard one to answer because he changed his sound and his guitarists so many times during his courier.

[@StudioNalli]

Hello I know this is a older video, but what is the neck profile for this one straight outside the box?

[@guitar-academy]

Sorry I can't find out now. 🤔

[@StudioNalli]

@@guitar-academy okay no problem

[@Hagchtogow]

Hi. Thanks for the good video. Did you try the guitar with the original pickups ? How is it ? And have you any problem for adjustment with the neck ? Thanks in advance. A french musician for his first DIY guitar (but not the first guitar 😀....)

[@guitar-academy]

I have to put it together, but I will video the process and the results soon . . 😊 Unfortunately I have been re writing my guitar course so it is better suited for KZbin and it has taken me several weeks.

[@Hagchtogow]

GCH Guitar Academy Thanks lot for the reply. Good luck for your future work. I hope I'll see that on the tube. Best regards

[@guitar-academy]

@@Hagchtogow Thank you . . . 😊

[@bobless5517]

There is no in Thomann H.B. Single Cut guitar. No Sc-400, 450, 550, Diy kit... Store is empty.

[@guitar-academy]

This happens from time to time, they'll be back soon enough . . if you really want one, keep visiting the store 😊

[@bobless5517]

@@guitar-academy Yes! I will waiting my H.B. SC-550 :-) Thanks!

[@guitar-academy]

@@bobless5517 😊

[@mattdusud]

@thisoldtony is that you???😂😂

[@guitar-academy]

Nope . . 🤔

[@noi5emaker]

What is the neck profile like?

[@guitar-academy]

the neck is fat . . the DC kit is hard to play because the neck is so chunky, but the frets are nice and the action can go quite low . .

[@richardsilva3422]

My internet fee let me down for a while. I am keeping my word and doing the homework. Your tuition on tablature would be much appreciated once again. Where can I find you on fbk Have a great lovely night . will soon get back to you Sir 🎼👍🐇🍫

[@guitar-academy]

I will be back to tablature lessons and fingerpicking soon. I had to change direction for a while because the lessons weren't bringing views in and I need the views to get income. my facebook is facebook.com/GCH.guitar.academy/

[@BennyDIY-eu6wj]

like❤🎶🎶

[@guitar-academy]

✔😊 thanks

[@Rick_Cleland]

🧐🧐🧐

[@guitar-academy]

😊😃

[@unknownguy4899]

Whats with your nails bro...

[@guitar-academy]

fingerpicking

[@unknownguy4899]

@@guitar-academy oh.... Didn't saw it was only on one hand

[@guitar-academy]

@@unknownguy4899 Yeah, I use my right hand for most things . . .