Talking Guitars: Why the Harley Benton ST-80 Is the Hot New Strat Shredder! 6/27/25 #harleybenton episode artwork

EPISODE · Jun 27, 2025 · 29 MIN

Talking Guitars: Why the Harley Benton ST-80 Is the Hot New Strat Shredder! 6/27/25 #harleybenton

from The Johnny Beane Podcast · host Johnny Beane

Today we’re diving into the brand-new Harley Benton ST-80 series – Superstrats with serious '80s shredder vibes! 🕶️🔥 We're reading up on these guitars and breaking down everything from the specs to the throwback style. With big nods to EVH, Charvel, and the golden era of shred, these new models – the ST-80FR MN and ST-80FR MN HH – are packed with performance-focused features, all for under $500! Built for speed and tone, they come loaded with a Floyd Rose 1000, roasted maple necks, stainless steel frets, glow-in-the-dark side dots, and Alnico V Plasma-X1 pickups designed to rip! If you're into Eddie Van Halen, Randy Rhoads, or just love that '80s Superstrat energy, join us as we explore what makes these new Harley Bentons some of the most exciting budget-friendly rock machines of 2025. 📅 Recorded live on 6/27/25 🎸 Let us know in the chat – would YOU play one of these? 🎸 Welcome to Johnny Beane TV Whether you're chasing vintage tone, modding your dream machine, or strumming your first chords — you're one of us now. Join the global family of gearheads, collectors, and music nerds. 🔥 What to Expect Weekly: ⚡️ Epic Guitar & Gear Unboxings 🔧 Mod Tips & Tricks from the Pros 🎤 Live Q&As with Tone Chasers Worldwide 🚨 Breaking Gear News & Rumors 🎸 Wild Guitar Stories & Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes 🎁 Surprise Giveaways You Don’t Wanna Miss 👍 Smash that LIKE 🔔 Hit SUBSCRIBE 💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments — we read them ALL! 📺 Watch & Subscribe on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/user/johnnybeane?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More 🎯 http://johnnybeane.com 💎 Support the Channel – Join the Membership! 📱 Let’s Connect: 📸 Instagram: @johnnybeane 🐦 Twitter: @johnnybeane 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/johnnybeane 🎯 Gear Pick of the Week 🛡️ Ernie Ball Rubber Strap Blocks – No mods, max security. 👉 Sweetwater: http://sweetwater.sjv.io/nXgvmV 👉 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX3Pjy 🌀 Dunlop EVH Tortex Frankenstein Picks (.60mm) 👉 http://sweetwater.sjv.io/WyY0LA 🛠️ D'Addario Guitar Dock – Your neck’s new best friend: 👉 https://amzn.to/4cHpZGu 👉 http://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKZGkQ 🎥 Want to stream like this? Try StreamYard – It’s what we use! 👉 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4906555367489536 #HarleyBenton #TalkingGuitars #JacksonGuitars #ATTAKPIK #JohnnyBeaneTV #GuitarCommunity #GuitarNews #EVHGear #kramerguitars #Superstrat #EVHStyle #ST80 Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4906555367489536

Today we’re diving into the brand-new Harley Benton ST-80 series – Superstrats with serious '80s shredder vibes! 🕶️🔥 We're reading up on these guitars and breaking down everything from the specs to the throwback style. With big nods to EVH, Charvel, and the golden era of shred, these new models – the ST-80FR MN and ST-80FR MN HH – are packed with performance-focused features, all for under $500! Built for speed and tone, they come loaded with a Floyd Rose 1000, roasted maple necks, stainless steel frets, glow-in-the-dark side dots, and Alnico V Plasma-X1 pickups designed to rip! If you're into Eddie Van Halen, Randy Rhoads, or just love that '80s Superstrat energy, join us as we explore what makes these new Harley Bentons some of the most exciting budget-friendly rock machines of 2025. 📅 Recorded live on 6/27/25 🎸 Let us know in the chat – would YOU play one of these? 🎸 Welcome to Johnny Beane TV Whether you're chasing vintage tone, modding your dream machine, or strumming your first chords — you're one of us now. Join the global family of gearheads, collectors, and music nerds. 🔥 What to Expect Weekly: ⚡️ Epic Guitar & Gear Unboxings 🔧 Mod Tips & Tricks from the Pros 🎤 Live Q&As with Tone Chasers Worldwide 🚨 Breaking Gear News & Rumors 🎸 Wild Guitar Stories & Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes 🎁 Surprise Giveaways You Don’t Wanna Miss 👍 Smash that LIKE 🔔 Hit SUBSCRIBE 💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments — we read them ALL! 📺 Watch & Subscribe on YouTube 👉 https://www.youtube.com/user/johnnybeane?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 Explore More 🎯 http://johnnybeane.com 💎 Support the Channel – Join the Membership! 📱 Let’s Connect: 📸 Instagram: @johnnybeane 🐦 Twitter: @johnnybeane 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/johnnybeane 🎯 Gear Pick of the Week 🛡️ Ernie Ball Rubber Strap Blocks – No mods, max security. 👉 Sweetwater: http://sweetwater.sjv.io/nXgvmV 👉 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cX3Pjy 🌀 Dunlop EVH Tortex Frankenstein Picks (.60mm) 👉 http://sweetwater.sjv.io/WyY0LA 🛠️ D'Addario Guitar Dock – Your neck’s new best friend: 👉 https://amzn.to/4cHpZGu 👉 http://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKZGkQ 🎥 Want to stream like this? Try StreamYard – It’s what we use! 👉 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4906555367489536 #HarleyBenton #TalkingGuitars #JacksonGuitars #ATTAKPIK #JohnnyBeaneTV #GuitarCommunity #GuitarNews #EVHGear #kramerguitars #Superstrat #EVHStyle #ST80 Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4906555367489536

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Today we’re diving into the brand-new Harley Benton ST-80 series – Superstrats with serious '80s shredder vibes! 🕶️🔥 We're reading up on these guitars and breaking down everything from the specs to the throwback style. With big nods to EVH,...

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