Harley Benton HB-50

[MichaelDean]

Looks like the HB-50 has finally been released. 34" scale, cherry or vintage orange. @neepheid anything look different to the prototype you had?

 

https://www.thomann.co.uk/harley_benton_hb_50_cherry_red.htm

[neepheid]

Looks identical - I wonder why it took so long for it to come to fruition, it's been the best part of a year since they surfaced!

[smithy]

Well, at least bridge and tailpiece look different  (in a more common way).

So your prototype will remain special 👍

If I was in the market, I'd choose the orange one.

[neepheid]

Oh yeah, must admit I was busy at work so only gave it and the specs a cursory glance.  Yes, they've changed the bridge, and the knobs are different - chrome domes instead of speed knobs.