Harley Benton has gained a reputation as the champion of budget gear. Owned by the German retail giant Thomann, the brand offers cheaper alternatives to established models, but the significantly lower price tag has led many in the guitar community to question the authenticity and quality of its instruments.
The skepticism prompted YouTuber and heavy metal guitarist Maxxxwell Carlisle – who also happens to have his own Harley Benton signature guitar – to clear the air about what he deems “two big myths about Harley Benton, and one in particular that I'm really sick of.
