{"product_id":"samick-greg-bennett-royale-rl-3-amber-semi-hollow-electric-guitar-used","title":"Samick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 Amber Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar, (Used)","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 in Amber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a beautifully styled semi-hollow electric guitar combining classic vintage-inspired looks, versatile humbucker tones and distinctive construction designed to provide excellent resonance, sustain and playing comfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of the acclaimed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreg Bennett Design Royale Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the RL-3 takes inspiration from traditional semi-hollow electric guitars while introducing a compact body shape and innovative centre-block construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts most eye-catching feature is the elegant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003earched quilted maple top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, finished in a rich Amber colour that highlights the figured wood beneath. Combined with traditional body binding, decorative fingerboard inlays and chrome hardware, the RL-3 offers a sophisticated appearance reminiscent of more expensive semi-hollow instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike conventional hollow-body guitars, the Royale features a central solid section designed to provide improved structural rigidity and sustain while retaining the warmth and resonance associated with semi-hollow construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original RL-3 specification includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eset mahogany neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, rosewood fingerboard and comfortable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.75-inch scale length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating a familiar playing experience particularly suited to blues, jazz, rock and expressive lead guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA pair of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuncan Designed HB101 humbuckers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a versatile selection of warm, articulate sounds, from smooth clean tones to punchy classic rock overdrive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe traditional two-volume, two-tone control layout and three-way pickup selector allow players to tailor each pickup's response to their preferred style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fixed bridge and stop tailpiece provide straightforward string maintenance, while the original Grover tuning machines offer reliable tuning adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular Samick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 is presented in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.58 lbs (approximately 3.89kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is supplied \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewithout a hardcase or gigbag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar carries serial number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSIT10752846\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor musicians seeking a distinctive semi-hollow electric guitar with vintage styling, warm humbucker tones and excellent versatility, the Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 is a compelling choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInformation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreg Bennett Royale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRL-3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle-Cutaway Semi-Hollow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.58 lbs \/ 3.89kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good – Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSIT10752846\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo Case Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Owned Condition Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 Amber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is presented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Pre-Owned Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, indicating some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar features its attractive Amber finish, decorative quilted maple top, traditional semi-hollow construction and distinctive Royale body design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease study the accompanying product photographs carefully for an accurate assessment of its individual cosmetic condition, including the body finish, neck, fingerboard, frets and hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSIT10752846\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe serial number is recorded for identification. An exact manufacturing year has not been independently established from this number.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight – 8.58 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular RL-3 weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.58 lbs (approximately 3.89kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe weight gives the guitar a substantial, reassuring playing feel, particularly for musicians accustomed to traditional solid-body electric guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo Case Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar is supplied without a hardcase or gigbag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA properly fitted semi-hollow electric guitar case is recommended to protect the body, neck and headstock during transportation and storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 Amber Electric Guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot Included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardcase or gigbag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eService \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Royale RL-3 features an adjustable truss rod and a traditional bridge with adjustable saddles, allowing suitable adjustment of neck relief, string action and intonation. Regular maintenance of the tuning machines, nut, frets, bridge and electronics can help maintain consistent performance. As a semi-hollow instrument, appropriate care should also be taken to protect the body and neck from sudden environmental changes. As with all guitars, setup can naturally change due to variations in humidity, temperature and other environmental conditions, potentially affecting neck relief, string action and overall playability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreg Bennett Royale RL-3:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Distinctive semi-hollow electric guitar designed for versatile performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmber Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rich, vintage-inspired colour highlighting the quilted maple top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle-Cutaway Semi-Hollow Body:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Combines acoustic character with electric guitar sustain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArched Quilted Maple Top:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Attractive figured appearance and traditional binding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated Centre-Block Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed to improve rigidity, attack and sustain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet Mahogany Neck:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional construction with a comfortable playing feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosewood Fingerboard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Classic appearance and smooth playing surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12-Inch Fingerboard Radius:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Comfortable for chords and expressive string bending.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22 Frets:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Familiar playing range for rhythm and lead guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.75-Inch Scale Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Comfortable string tension and traditional humbucker guitar feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative Crown Inlays:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Distinctive Greg Bennett styling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual Duncan Designed HB101 Humbuckers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Warm, articulate and versatile amplified tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Way Pickup Selector:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Neck, bridge and combined pickup sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndependent Volume \u0026amp; Tone Controls:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Flexible tonal adjustment for each pickup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable Bridge \u0026amp; Stop Tailpiece:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stable fixed-bridge construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Grover Tuning Machine Specification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed for smooth tuning adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChrome Hardware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Complements the rich Amber finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Pre-Owned Condition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An attractive alternative to buying new.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.58 lb Weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Substantial semi-hollow playing feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 offers the warmth and character associated with traditional semi-hollow guitars in a more compact and distinctive design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts elegant quilted maple top and Amber finish give it immediate visual appeal, while the single-cutaway body provides a comfortable playing experience for rhythm and lead guitarists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe unusual centre-block construction is a particularly interesting feature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy integrating the sides and centre block into a more rigid structure, the Royale design aims to deliver improved note attack and sustain without sacrificing the resonant character associated with semi-hollow instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Duncan Designed HB101 humbuckers complement this construction with a versatile range of tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean sounds are warm and expressive, making the guitar suitable for jazz-influenced playing, blues and mellow chord arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith an overdriven amplifier, the guitar produces stronger rock tones with excellent midrange presence and sustain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 24.75-inch scale length and set neck also provide a familiar playing feel for musicians accustomed to traditional Gibson-style instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor guitarists seeking vintage-inspired style without choosing a conventional ES-335 or Les Paul design, the Royale RL-3 offers something refreshingly different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive Greg Bennett Royale Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Royale Series was developed to offer the character of traditional semi-hollow electric guitars while addressing some of the practical compromises associated with larger hollow-body designs. The RL-3 uses a compact single-cutaway shape with sculpted contours and distinctive styling, making it appealing to musicians who want a comfortable instrument with plenty of visual character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful Quilted Maple Top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RL-3 features a bound, arched quilted maple top that provides an attractive visual centrepiece beneath its Amber finish. The figured appearance gives the guitar a premium aesthetic, with light reflecting across the wood grain to create a distinctive three-dimensional effect. Combined with the traditional binding and chrome hardware, it creates an elegant vintage-inspired appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInnovative Centre-Block Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most interesting aspects of the Royale design is the integrated construction of the sides and centre block. Rather than relying on a conventional separately fitted centre block, the design aims to create a more rigid structure supporting the neck and body. This helps provide strong note attack and sustain while maintaining the warm, resonant qualities associated with semi-hollow guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact Semi-Hollow Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RL-3 offers a smaller semi-hollow body than many traditional full-sized designs, making it particularly appealing to guitarists who find larger instruments uncomfortable. Its body construction creates a lively amplified response while helping control some of the unwanted feedback associated with fully hollow guitars. The result is an instrument suited to a broad range of musical styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet Mahogany Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original RL-3 specification features a set mahogany neck, following a traditional construction method widely used on classic electric guitars. The neck provides a comfortable playing feel and complements the guitar's semi-hollow design. Its traditional dimensions make it particularly suitable for expressive bends, smooth chord transitions and melodic lead work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosewood Fingerboard \u0026amp; 22 Frets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rosewood fingerboard features a 12-inch radius and 22 frets, providing a versatile playing surface for chord-based music and lead guitar. Decorative crown inlays add to the instrument's distinctive appearance. The fingerboard proportions provide a familiar feel for musicians who regularly play traditional humbucker-equipped electric guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfortable 24.75-Inch Scale Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RL-3 features a 24.75-inch scale length, providing a slightly softer string feel than longer-scale electric guitars when using comparable strings and tuning. This makes expressive bends and vibrato particularly comfortable, while retaining plenty of articulation for rhythm and lead guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuncan Designed HB101 Humbuckers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe standard Royale RL-3 features a pair of Duncan Designed HB101 humbuckers, developed to provide balanced electric guitar tones suitable for a wide variety of musical styles. The neck pickup offers a warm, rounded response for blues, jazz and melodic lead playing, while the bridge pickup provides greater attack and presence for rock rhythms and overdriven sounds. Their humbucking design also helps reduce the electrical hum associated with traditional single-coil pickups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Dual Volume \u0026amp; Tone Controls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RL-3 uses separate volume and tone controls for each pickup, giving players extensive control over the instrument's sound. The three-way selector provides access to the neck pickup, bridge pickup or both together. When both pickups are selected, the individual volume controls allow the balance between them to be adjusted for different tonal characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable Bridge \u0026amp; Stop Tailpiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar's traditional adjustable bridge and stop tailpiece provide a stable, straightforward setup. Individual bridge saddles allow intonation to be adjusted, while the fixed tailpiece provides secure string anchoring. This configuration is particularly appealing to players who prefer the simplicity of a non-tremolo electric guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrover Tuning Machines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original RL-3 specification features Grover A102C tuning machines with a 14:1 gear ratio. These tuners are designed to provide smooth, accurate adjustment, complementing the guitar's traditional hardware arrangement and vintage-inspired styling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for Blues \u0026amp; Classic Rock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of a set neck, semi-hollow construction and dual humbuckers makes the RL-3 particularly effective for blues and classic rock. Its warm clean tones respond well to expressive playing, while mild to moderate overdrive produces rich midrange sounds and sustaining lead tones. The guitar is equally comfortable with rhythmic chord work and melodic solos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile for Jazz \u0026amp; Soul\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RL-3's warm neck pickup response makes it appealing for jazz-influenced chord voicings and smooth melodic passages. Rolling back the tone control provides a softer, rounded sound, while the semi-hollow construction adds a lively playing feel. It is also suitable for soul, funk and clean pop arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlues Guitarists:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Warm humbucker tones and expressive playability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Rock Musicians:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent response to overdrive and traditional valve amplification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJazz Players:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Smooth neck pickup sounds and comfortable chord playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoul \u0026amp; Funk Guitarists:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Versatile clean tones and flexible pickup controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-Hollow Guitar Enthusiasts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An interesting alternative to more familiar designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecording Guitarists:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Useful tonal flexibility for layered arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers Seeking Something Different:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Attractive quilted maple styling and distinctive Royale construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlaying Styles \u0026amp; Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Samick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 is particularly suited to blues, jazz, classic rock, soul, funk, indie, alternative and contemporary pop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck humbucker provides a warm, mellow sound for chord work and melodic passages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bridge humbucker delivers additional presence for rock rhythms and lead guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combined pickup position offers a balanced tonal character that works particularly well for clean rhythm parts and expressive playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts semi-hollow construction also makes it an appealing instrument for guitarists who want a lively, resonant playing response without moving to a fully hollow design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreg Bennett Royale RL-3 vs Gibson ES-335\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Gibson ES-335 is one of the most recognisable semi-hollow electric guitars ever produced, featuring a traditional double-cutaway body with a central solid block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Royale RL-3 follows a similar general concept but features a more compact single-cutaway design and its own distinctive integrated centre-block construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth offer the versatility associated with semi-hollow humbucker guitars, but the Royale has a different appearance, body feel and price positioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreg Bennett Royale RL-3 vs Epiphone Dot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Epiphone Dot follows the traditional ES-335-inspired double-cutaway design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Royale RL-3 features a smaller, more distinctive single-cutaway body with a quilted maple top and Duncan Designed pickups in its original specification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers seeking a less conventional semi-hollow instrument with attractive figured-wood styling may particularly appreciate the RL-3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreg Bennett Royale RL-3 vs Traditional Solid-Body Guitars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA conventional solid-body guitar generally offers greater resistance to acoustic feedback at very high amplification levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RL-3 incorporates semi-hollow construction to provide a lively response and warm character while retaining a substantial centre-block structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes it particularly attractive for musicians seeking a balance between resonance and traditional electric guitar sustain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamick \u0026amp; Greg Bennett Design Heritage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamick is a long-established musical instrument manufacturer with a history of producing guitars for a variety of international brands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreg Bennett Design Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was developed in collaboration with American guitar designer Greg Bennett, with the aim of combining practical improvements, comfortable ergonomics and distinctive styling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than simply reproducing conventional guitar designs, the range incorporated different approaches to construction, hardware and body shaping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Royale Series is a particularly interesting example of this philosophy, combining a traditional semi-hollow concept with its integrated centre-block construction and compact body.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe RL-3 remains an appealing choice for musicians seeking a distinctive semi-hollow electric guitar with vintage-inspired styling and versatile humbucker tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-Hollow Electric Guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreg Bennett Royale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRL-3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle Cutaway\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Top Specification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBound Arched Quilted Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-Hollow with Integrated Centre Block\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Neck Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMahogany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Neck Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Fingerboard Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Radius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12\" \/ 305mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard Inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Frets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.75\" \/ 629mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Nut Width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 5\/8\" \/ Approx. 41.3mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Neck Pickup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuncan Designed HB101 Humbucker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Bridge Pickup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuncan Designed HB101 Humbucker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickup Configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Controls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Volume, 2 Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickup Selector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Way Toggle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable Fixed Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Tailpiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStop Tailpiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Tuning Machines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrover A102C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuner Ratio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14:1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Hardware Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChrome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePassive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Strings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSIT10752846\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.58 lbs \/ Approx. 3.89kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good – Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical specifications reflect the published Samick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 factory design. The originality of individual components on this pre-owned guitar has not been independently verified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Greg Bennett Royale RL-3's original specification features passive Duncan Designed humbuckers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo battery or external power supply is required for the standard electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guitar connects to a compatible amplifier, effects processor or audio interface using a standard ¼-inch instrument cable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFair Deal Music Expert Verdict\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 Amber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a highly appealing semi-hollow electric guitar combining vintage-inspired styling with thoughtful construction and versatile humbucker tones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts quilted maple top creates a particularly attractive appearance, while the compact body design provides a comfortable alternative to traditional larger semi-hollow instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe integrated centre-block construction is an interesting feature that helps distinguish the Royale from conventional semi-hollow designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Duncan Designed HB101 humbuckers and traditional control arrangement provide a versatile range of sounds suitable for blues, jazz, classic rock and contemporary music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example is presented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Pre-Owned Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.58 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, carries serial number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSIT10752846\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is supplied \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewithout a case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest Suited For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blues, classic rock, jazz, soul, indie and players seeking a distinctive semi-hollow electric guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers Usually Upgrade From:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Entry-level semi-hollow guitars, traditional dual-humbucker instruments and basic solid-body electrics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost Commonly Paired With:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fender-style valve amplifiers, Vox amplifiers, overdrive pedals, compression, delay and reverb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Try the neck pickup with the tone control slightly reduced for warm, rounded jazz and blues tones. Switching to the bridge pickup with a little amplifier overdrive produces an excellent classic rock sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShowroom Advice:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The RL-3's compact body and 24.75-inch scale are particularly attractive for players who enjoy the warmth of semi-hollow guitars but prefer a more manageable instrument than a full-sized ES-335-style design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuying a pre-owned Samick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 from Fair Deal Music provides an opportunity to own an interesting semi-hollow guitar at an attractive alternative to purchasing new.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur experienced team understands the importance of accurate condition descriptions, detailed specifications and transparent information about included accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example is presented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Pre-Owned Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.58 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, carries serial number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSIT10752846\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is supplied \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewithout a hardcase or gigbag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarranty, Returns \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a pre-owned electric guitar, with its condition and confirmed accessories detailed above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplicable warranty and returns arrangements are governed by Fair Deal Music's current terms, with available UK delivery and showroom collection options provided at checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs no case is included, a suitable semi-hollow guitar hardcase or gigbag is recommended for transportation and storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased in Birmingham, Fair Deal Music specialises in new, used, vintage and collectable guitars, basses, amplifiers, effects pedals, keyboards and professional audio equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur experienced team of musicians provides knowledgeable advice and personal service, helping customers find instruments suited to their playing styles and requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers benefit from competitive pricing, UK delivery options, our Birmingham showroom and part-exchange services.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Exchange – Trade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFair Deal Music buys and part-exchanges a wide range of musical equipment, including semi-hollow electric guitars, acoustic guitars, basses, amplifiers and effects pedals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour existing equipment could help towards the cost of this Samick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat condition is this Samick Greg Bennett Royale RL-3 in?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is presented in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition, indicating some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the guitar come with a case?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. A hardcase or gigbag is not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much does it weigh?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.58 lbs, approximately 3.89kg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the serial number?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSIT10752846.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat year was the guitar manufactured?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exact production year has not been independently established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the correct brand Samick or Sammick?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe manufacturer is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and Greg Bennett is the designer associated with the Royale guitar range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat colour is the guitar?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it have a quilted maple top?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. A bound, arched quilted maple top is part of the original RL-3 specification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Royale RL-3 a hollow-body or semi-hollow guitar?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a semi-hollow electric guitar with an integrated centre-block design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the purpose of the centre block?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt provides a rigid structure designed to improve attack and sustain while retaining the resonant characteristics of semi-hollow construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the neck made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original specification features mahogany.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the neck bolt-on or set?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the fingerboard made from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original specification features rosewood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow many frets does it have?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-spread=\"false\" start=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the scale length?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.75 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the fingerboard radius?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat pickups did the RL-3 originally use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo Duncan Designed HB101 humbuckers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre the pickups active or passive?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe factory pickup configuration is passive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it require a battery?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo, not with the standard factory electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it have separate pickup controls?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The original design features two volume and two tone controls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it have a tremolo bridge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The original RL-3 uses an adjustable fixed bridge and stop tailpiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat tuning machines did the RL-3 originally use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrover A102C tuning machines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for blues?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its semi-hollow construction and humbuckers make it particularly appealing for blues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it be used for jazz?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The warm neck pickup response is well suited to jazz-influenced playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for classic rock?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The bridge humbucker provides a strong foundation for classic rock rhythm and lead guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow does it compare with a Gibson ES-335?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Royale follows a semi-hollow design philosophy but uses a smaller single-cutaway body and distinctive integrated centre-block construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I part-exchange another guitar towards this Samick?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. 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