I sounds very good,has lots of sustain and the classic tele twang. The alnico pickups are really good, the neck and the body is shockingly well made for the price! It resonates really well, and you instantly aslo feel this kind of resonant connection to this kind of instrument. It might not be the most ergonomic guitar,but the design still holds up, and it is a very tough one,bought as a design and particulary this instrument. The only downside next to not being very ergonomic, is that the body is very heavy, and you'll need a very wide strap to make it more comfortable to play while standing. It has been one of my best electric 6-strings yet, I guess I'll want to buy more harley bentons, and maybe the next purchase will be a strat copy. Amazing job for the price!!!