Harley Benton HBJ-45E SBK

I’m extremely satisfied with this guitar. It looks great, feels well-built, and sounds fantastic both unplugged and through an amp. What really stands out to me is the neck — it’s incredibly comfortable, with a smooth satin finish that makes it a joy to play. The action is low right out of the box, which makes chords and fingerpicking effortless. For the price, this guitar delivers far more than expected. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great-sounding and easy-to-play acoustic-electric on a budget.

This is an impressive guitar. (Not surprisingly for Harley Benton, I’ve lowered the action a bit.) The sound is crystal clear, with a beautiful treble and midrange, and a rich bass that subtly sneaks in and fills out your soundscape. In my opinion, you’ll have to search long and hard to find a better guitar than this under €1000. Go get it!