Let's "Explore" the new Harley Benton Model

Thomann didn't have this model for a long time... for reasons... now they did their own version of this classic and it's good... and affordable!
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[@thehound2161]

Geeeze Henning.... production much? Give the other channels a chance to compete. The bar just keeps rising. More than nice!

[@JimijaymesProductions]

He has higher production value than some TV studios that have multiple employees, makes it impossible to compete with for some of us with one camera in an apartment!

[@arose460]

Mr.henning I've wanted to play the guitar my whole life, with your help I lost my virginity last night. Thank you.

[@jimmyz2098]

LMAO This comment is AWESOME!!!! Changed my Life. Really. It did.

[@TimWilson666]

Those guitars are definitely my "cup of tea", especially the classic one. This is coming from a coffee drinker :). Great job.

[@adamstefandukes367]

Now I'm only waiting for Harley Benton to up their Flying V game to this level too

[@freezingCode]

Yeah, the current HB Flying V's on Thomann look pretty bad. I don't particularly care for the staggered design on the inside of the V body, but worse is the headstock shape (imo).

[@adamstefandukes367]

@@freezingCode Yeah, that headstock shape is something that made me not buy the black-gold one during my v-style-loving-period. But if they do a natural finish V with Roswell LAFs (and at least a decent looking headstock) it would sell like crazy, I would probably end up buying it too

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

Yes I’m hoping this too. I don’t mind the all black one. But I would like a redesign like they did with the EX. The more traditional V headstock would make it really nice.

[@gabrielnavarro6101]

Same with the Sg’s for me

[@Twirlyhead]

There's only one headstock looks right on a Flying V : pure aerodynamics.

[@OliverAmberg]

Henning, I really, really appreciate your transparency when it comes to payments etc. This makes you standing out from most of your colleagues, who always try to hide their business relations.

[@dragan4658]

Hannah does this song justice by delivering the exquisite lyrics with punch! Great job Henning!

[@bluefen]

I own the 76 with a black pick guard... can't believe the quality and playability of these things..haven't picked up my Gibsons since I got it..🤟🤓

[@rickhammel9541]

it's funny how many people will say I'll get it and put new pickups in, which will then be .05 percent difference, and that could've been matched with a simple EQ tweak on the amp or EQ pedal. Sounds great!!!!

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

So true, sir. A pickup is a magnet and copper wire. Not really rocket science. EQ makes such a huge difference. I was struggling with getting a good heavy tone. I just turned the mid knob down from about 1:00 to 10:00. Got real heavy.

[@paulsguitarchannel1810]

Six feet apart is beautiful. Really really cool! I’ll come back to this video as this guitar looks great for the money

[@drivinsouth651]

I concur; great song; thanks for posting!

[@MichaelD8393]

@@drivinsouth651 I hope they release it; it's been almost a year.

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

I cannot wait to get this guitar. Been wanting an explorer style axe since the Black album came out.

[@noisewithnommies787]

They're quite a bit pricier than the ones they offered in the past, but they're spec'd out so much better, and still priced better than other mid-range brands with a lot less to offer! Excellent review!

[@charlesharper7292]

I am building one of these now. I'm starting with a POS Hondo body. All the other Hondo stuff is going in the fire pit! It's getting one of those KLOS carbon fiber necks. And probably a relief cut where your right forearm contacts the body just to be different.😁

[@saudism]

The song, the singer, the player and the instruments are all great . .. thanks for this video

[@svert11]

Love the song,playing and vocals. Oh yeah the guitars are cool too!

[@jollyca]

God damn! I'm in the middle of writing the song for that contest and I just heard this version and now I'm like "now how am I supposed to top that?!"

[@jimmyz2098]

Holy Crap! The song is KILLER. I mean.... man you rocked it Henning. I men.... you torched us with this one! I really dig it. You're such a killer player, and song-writer too. And this axe... I gotta have it. I'm going to have to grab the EX-76 in classic. It's amazing. And I love my Harley Bentons and the Rockwell pups. This is going to go really nice in my collection!

[@MichaelD8393]

It's still a banger 3 years after we all had to stay Six Feet Apart. One of my fondest memories of that time was first hearing that song; I keep coming back to this video for it.

[@Oilid]

Man... You killed the game with your "Six Feet Apart" version! 💖

[@EytschPi42]

it was more of a powermetal joke than a real version!

[@Oilid]

@@EytschPi42 Some passages are like manga music. 😉

[@Leemuzhko]

Crazy harmony )))

[@allboutthemojo]

@@EytschPi42 like your reviews a lot but the next time you show any H Benton models it would be nice to see how the sustain is on these guitars. So many reviews out there and they all play random licks with different effects settings but almost nobody thinks to show sustain which can go a long way to show the quality of the instrument

[@Oilid]

@@allboutthemojo I did show the sustain on my latest HB SC 550 review. Feel free to slap my face!

[@Serpent54321]

Loved the vid! Gorgeous studio as well. Need a vid on how you switch all the amps through the Ox. Your setup is a guitarists’ wet dream! Best, Steve

[@anthonygonzalez8684]

They are sweet. Sound good. Natural tone like a strat. Can just imagine the growl they offer with particular ampage.

[@syntheticsleep]

I got the black/gold version. It's absolutely killer. Looks like a million bucks and plays like a dream. The pickups are...ok. I'll be popping something else in eventually. But even if I paid as much for a set as I did for the guitar (which I won't), it would still be an absolute steal of a deal.

[@Adrenalsky2]

Stumbled across your channel watching Harley Benton videos... I was going to skip it when I saw how long it was but your pace and energy had me hooked! It was like watching a Squirrel on Speed that happened to be an amazing guitarist. Your sense of humor also had me laughing. I can’t wait to get my hands on one of these guitars and am now subscribed to your channel! 🤘🏽

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

This guitar has officially become my #2 guitar next to the EVH Wolfgang. I love the shape, the sound, the jumbo frets and the neck. Awesome hard rock guitar.

[@Broccoli_Highkicks]

My Modern is actually 3.4kg, so there is quite a bit of variation across the range, depending on the cut of wood. Odd that you still managed to ding the corner on the classic, given that these HB's are actually noticeably smaller than Gibson/Epi explorers ;-)

[@rolandmengedoth2191]

Great Test, i order one to get on the waitlist. I asked Thoman alredy, and they said, that the Guitar will be available around middle of August this year.

[@patrickbarge9872]

Ich habe die EX 84 Modern in weiß. Bin zufrieden damit. Gut, die Tonabnehmer sind nicht so toll, aber für den Preis ist das ein tolles Gesamtpaket.

[@szabolcsnagy319]

Nice video !!! THX! I like the passive pick up model more.

[@garagemasterguitars]

Nicely done. Well impressed. Thanks Henning.

[@janbrenner9488]

Harley Benton becomes a more and more serious brand that leaves the cheap-ass competitors far behind. I would be interested to see what they could do if they would build a guitar up to 500 €: A market killer who sent the guitar mafia after the designers at Thomann??

[@biohazard8295]

Good point, however big brands wouldn't give a damn basically because there will always be people willing to spend up to 10k for a single guitar, and want that specific brand. I'm sure chinese and indonesian workers are as talented as american ones, but "Made in USA" is an expensive and well appreciated factor.

[@HampshireGary]

I love that opening track 👍

[@eLstratos60]

Love your version of 6 feet, especially the chorus riff

[@JohnnyVictor666]

This is the first time ever that I say this, but those active pickups sounded better than the passives!!!

[@MagyHimself]

This is marvelous! Really got a Queensryche vibe off the solo!

[@charlesharper7292]

I like the brown one. I wish it has the EMG pickups. Thanks for the review.

[@atsi.skcheiter]

Here again you're taking demo songs to the next level. You both kick asses !!!

[@guitagious9464]

My EX-76 AN has been on order for 1 week as of today! So I am counting the weeks down! Can't wait!!

[@mo-draws]

Boy that 6 feet apart version sounds soooo different from mine :D Really dig the natural Ex-Guitar. Sweet solo.

[@JimijaymesProductions]

So much better looking than the older models, I don't even like active guitars and I want the white one, really want to classic version too for more classic Explorer styles.

[@MALO-nf1qz]

Wow, I'm speechless. What a incredible Guitars they are. Love the color and the Mid Punch from the Ex 76 natur. What a Beast, ready to rock the world. Must have for me🤘🏻🎸💯

[@lyell63]

Love ya Henning! Wouldn't you happen to know if HB is updating their line of instruments? I was eyeing up a bass a few days ago and it disappeared. I was just wondering, stay safe and keep up the wonderful content!

[@kevincowart362]

Just snagged the new EX-84 EMG model for 304, Holy Crap can't wait to get my hands on it.

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

I should have spent the extra money for the EMG loaded one. The stock Roswell pickups are good. But they’re more classic rock and less Metallica.

[@TheOneTrueAJ]

@@MrSpeed-lt8gr I think mine with the Roswell's sounds great. I have it in Drop C running through my Boss Katana MKII. I was originally thinking about changing pickups. But as of now, I have no complaints. It rocks!

[@Icantdrive55]

Can’t afford an Explorer but I have a Jackson Kelly which is similar to the HB except the lower horn on the Kelly is more pointy.

[@Terry3Gs]

Great job on the song !!

[@AllanGildea]

Great demo!

[@charlesharper7292]

Video length is cool. No problem. I like a thorough review.🍕🍺👍

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

Just ordered one tonight. I’m stoked #metallica

[@eastman42]

I can't wait to get my EX-84 Modern AW

[@charlesharper7292]

I have two guitars with active EMG pickups. Outside of my P90 guitars, I think the EMGs are my favorite.

[@usta028]

Man if Harley Benton really will start making lines with big brand name pickups even more people will give them a shot. I had an Harley Benton TE as one of my first guitars and I loved it.

[@jjcollins]

"Now it's broken" : ), More like you chipped it on purpose so you can keep it Henning! : ) Fantastic video! Absolutely beautiful instruments, especially for the price!

[@NicholasColdingDK]

I'm blown away! This is Super Super!

[@LordSonny94]

I would really like one... But I can’t deside which model to choose 🤔 How was/is the knob placement? I see that the black one has the volume knob further up on the body. U felt any difference? (Just asking because I usually hit my han on the knob of many guitars 😅

[@musicbill]

What a voice! Oh and the guitars sound great also

[@ctpmark]

Great Video, the Classic One sounded better and im a metalhead.. great playing.. sounded great through the orange.. cheers thanks for the videos

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

I definitely think so too. It definitely had a lot more sparkle to it.

[@explorervango880]

Just when I thought the video was perfect you end with a little tuxedo kitten…purrfect video!

[@w.rustylane5650]

Very nice vocals and guitar.

[@sedonamudsquid]

You can make every guitar sound amazing! I just saw a review of the HB PRS clone, semi hollow. It had some flaws in the details but it looks like they did a good job on this one. I ordered a classic and I'm going to put a Stetsbar tremolo on it which costs a little more than the guitar. Lol.

[@Tyrha]

GAWD i'm so hyped for a emg version ! It'll be a real bargain for 400€ and there's no other offering like this except the ltd ex401 at 800€

[@oldguyjammin9732]

In the groove man, sweet lead. Sadly I’m out of hooks...

[@dizzydog5483]

nice, actually, regarding Roswells. My DC- JUNIOR Lefty come with a neck pickup installed :}

awesome as always. ... superb production quality :* totally jealous about your motorized sliders, that footage is sooooooooooooo smooooooooooo[add as many "o" as you like here]ooooooooooooth

[@robking6092]

Great review... 👍

[@Seabass20329]

As I'm watching I keep forgetting it's so cheap and then I'm floored when you say it's only $300, if I ever want an explorer idk why I'd buy anything other than this.

[@Meritocrate]

Here I am, rock you like an explorer... Your only sin here is the video is too SHORT. Great job!

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

The black one now has EMG81 and EMG60. Can you do a review the two black ones, I want to see which ones sound "better" or the Roswell EMGs? I would like to get your input...

[@jamesunderhill1603]

WOW!, the classic is a dead ringer for my sons Gibby Explorer, "very" nice.

[@richgrothaus3537]

Great playing as usual.

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

Hey great review, do you or can anybody tell if Harley Benton has the EX-84 Modern with EMG Pickups? I only see it in white. Thank you..

[@MutethatBozo]

*whispers back* Will there be any lefty ones available? Maybe at least one by...ummm..accident? Animals at the end! :)

[@DMSProduktions]

Actives sound good clean, more single coil like, more hifi, but usually not so good with gain, too fizzy! (EMG's anyway) These Roswell actives actually sound GOOD with gain on them! (To MY ears anyway! Better, more crunchy than fizzy like EMG's!)

[@paulcowart3174]

Good to know Yes I tried EMGs 30 years ago and didn't like them Thought the same thing Never tried active again Thanks

[@DMSProduktions]

@@paulcowart3174 I don't blame you! But they AREN'T all equal! Even Guitar Fetish have their own line of actives called Redactives, & they sound almost LIKE passives, but with more grunt. They really are quite good! IF I had to use actives, I'd use actives for clean guitar sounds, and passives for crunchy sounds!

[@sassycat]

I am actively passive in agreement with you, as I enjoy my fizzy soda and crunchy crisps.

[@diegofiorillo6412]

I just ordered the black b=stock with emg's. 211 pounds...a steal!

[@-BY205]

Nice song. + Guitar sounds

[@charlesharper7292]

Great song! I'm a bit late on this one Henning. It's July 2024 and I still haven't decided on my birthday present to myself...

[@Metalltool]

Thank you for zö rewiu. Bought'em both

[@Arcturian1111]

Just ordered mine today. Would of been nice if it came with the Grover Tuners though.

[@philipstrotherjr8842]

Did they remove the Grover locking tuners?

[@4034miguel]

From Wikipedia: "Peltogyne, commonly known as purpleheart, amendoim, violet wood, amaranth and other local names (often referencing the colour of the wood) is a genus of 23 species of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae; native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America; from Guerrero, Mexico, through Central America, and as far as south-eastern Brazil. The trees are prized for their beautiful heartwood which, when cut, quickly turns from a light brown to a rich purple color. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light darkens the wood to a brown color with a slight hue of the original purple.[5] This effect can be minimized with a finish containing a UV inhibitor. The dry timber is very hard, stiff, and dense with a specific gravity of 0.86 (860 kg/m3 or 54 lb/cu ft). Purpleheart is correspondingly difficult to work with.[6] It is very durable and water-resistant." Since like a good wood for fretboards

[@ericwilliams7374]

Thank you for the information!!! Seriously!!! I appreciate it.

[@lone-wolf-1]

Thumbnail looks sick, with the black/white/mahogany color scheme! 😮 My „Kupp-o-tee“ 🙌🏼🤘🏻 Stirred my appetite to get one and paint it like that🤓

[@trap4990]

That "cuppa tea" sounds more like "kabbadi" which is a sport.😂 But the review was priceless 🤘

[@Bbh4535]

If you are Brian May active pickups in a Vox would make possible sense? Less need for a boost like a Dallas Range master or overdrive.

[@rockinbobokkin7831]

Her voice is like prak Pat Benatar, and the guitar sounded great too. I'm looking at explorers and the reviews are all over the place

[@Airblazer]

great video as usual ...wish they did a lefty version :(

[@TradBowBruce]

Ok, I'm going to get the classic...no question! Now, where can I download that song??? Just wonderful, both guitar and vocal arrangements!!!

[@EytschPi42]

that song only exists for this video

[@TradBowBruce]

EytschPi42 no problem, I'll just keep watching that video! ;) thank you for what you do, I enjoy your reviews and your writing, great collaboration with Hanna.

[@adamagapie1298]

Im only finding the ones with the cut out on the bottom by the strap button?

[@Steven_SK]

Love the song and Hanna nails it! Damn good!! Now.... if you only knew a good producer! yuk yuk!! Sorry. Beautiful guitars and they sound damn good! I like the Modern better. Thanks for the video Henning. Yours never disappoint! Be Well...

[@vladislav1161]

Very nice player , very nice review,I'l buy this guitar

[@brianburke808]

Coheed cover band, here I come! I'd love to see a shootout between the HB classic explorer and the epiphone korina explorer.

[@Real_shred_krueger]

sick solo on the opening song dude.

[@briandevitt6903]

When she said it was butt ugly are you sure she was referring to the Guitar?

[@ivegyattocomment]

im sad that they didn't update these for the left handed versions... i bought the old HB ex-76 or something and it didn't even have the same head stock :(. these are waaay cooler

[@AntonioRockGP]

Those active PUs don't sound like tipical actives to my ears... Maybe because of amp settings or player touch... But they're just to muddy compared to your tipical emgs. Not saying it's bad, the emgs are to clinical and bright for some people, so it may be a conscious decision to muddy them up a bit.

[@u563rick6]

All it needs is a little thinner neck, not a fully blown jackson or ibanez skinny but quicker. Then at that price I'd like one to hot rod myself... I'd strip the neck paint. be able to put the electronics of my choice, clean it up and wam bam thank you man! Rocking! I might even slice a nice forearm angle in the body aka Jason Hook (of Five Finger Death Punch).

[@umbertoyltp]

Smart move of HB. These are definitely gonna sell, and should not sell out. Even if you add a explorer suitable case (€150), it is still cheaper than an Epiphone without case.

[@saarangnarayan123]

Cuppatea sounds a lot like Kabaddi, a traditional Indian sport where you have to say "Kabaddi" constantly while playing it. I wish I could explain better - you can google it probably - but it's done exactly how you do it at 35:10 and my day is made!

[@EytschPi42]

haha, that’s awesome!

[@xRepoUKx]

Henning, you forgot to mention that this is the exact same body as used in the £500+ Chapman Ghost fret.

[@goncaloferreira72]

Love the songs that you lay at these reviews.... This one and that one in those hagstroms reviews were really cool. Are the your own songs?

[@EytschPi42]

Yes

[@Eventual420]

Pete Willis, I know there were plenty of other players, but watching Pete on MTV sealed my fate. Get Your Wings.

[@sanoj1969]

Want one or two 🤘

[@freezingCode]

Not to keep posting more replies (#engagement), but I agree the headstock on this looks better than the real Explorer headstock (imo). Also, the white nut on the classic looks just fine, but definitely the black guitar would have looked better with a black tusq nut.

[@PhillRobinson]

So how to you rack or hang them?

[@craftcrate6602]

Does the Harley Benton Extreme-76 BK Classic Series have a sharp or a round smooth edge? Cuz in the website it's sharp like all explorers, but almost every review on youtube has it with the round smooth edge, even recent videos, I'm confused?

[@EytschPi42]

go by the videos

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

Great review, really cool, do you still the Classic one.?