Best Harley Benton 4-String Electric Double Basses 2026
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Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
GENRES & STYLES:
For Jazz
For Fusion
For Contemporary
For Studio Recording
For Amplified Performance
#1
⭐
4.7/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Harley Benton DB02-BK Electric Double Bass
Jazz
Amplified Performance
Fusion
Key Feature:
• No feedback when amplified
✓ PROS
- • Lighter than acoustic instruments
- • Consistent tone and intonation
✗ CONS
- • Not suitable for classical work
- • Lacks acoustic resonance
Harley Benton DB02-BK Electric Double BassElectric Double BassBody made of PaulowniaFingerboard made of birch (Betula...
⭐
4.7/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 451976
$681
#2
⭐
4.9/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Harley Benton DB01-SB Electric Double Bass
Studio Recording
Contemporary
Fusion
Key Feature:
• Consistent tone and intonation
✓ PROS
- • No feedback when amplified
- • Silent practice capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Electronic dependence
- • Not suitable for classical work
Harley Benton DB01-SB Electric Double BassElectric Double BassBody made of PaulowniaFingerboard made of birch (Betula...
⭐
4.9/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 451966
$604
#3
⭐
4.6/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Harley Benton DB02-SB Electric Double Bass
Amplified Performance
Fusion
Contemporary
Key Feature:
• Lighter than acoustic instruments
✓ PROS
- • Consistent tone and intonation
- • Lighter than acoustic instruments
✗ CONS
- • Not suitable for classical work
- • Different playing feel
Harley Benton DB02-SB Electric Double BassElectric Double BassBody made of PaulowniaFingerboard made of birch (Betula...
⭐
4.6/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 451977
$681
#4
⭐
4.6/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Harley Benton DB02-LH/SB Elec. Double Bass
Studio Recording
Jazz
Fusion
Key Feature:
• No feedback when amplified
✓ PROS
- • Modern recording applications
- • Consistent tone and intonation
✗ CONS
- • Different playing feel
- • Electronic dependence
Harley Benton DB02-LH/SB Elec. Double BassElectric Double BassLefthand / left-handed modelPaulownia bodyFingerboard...
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4.6/5
(13 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 539469
$714
#5
⭐
4.7/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Harley Benton DB01-CB Electric Double Bass
Amplified Performance
Fusion
Contemporary
Key Feature:
• Modern recording applications
✓ PROS
- • Lighter than acoustic instruments
- • No feedback when amplified
✗ CONS
- • Electronic dependence
- • Requires amplification always
Harley Benton DB01-CB Electric Double BassElectric Double BassBody made of PaulowniaFingerboard made of birch (Betula...
⭐
4.7/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 451975
$637
#6
⭐
4.6/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Harley Benton DB02-CB Electric Double Bass
Studio Recording
Jazz
Amplified Performance
Key Feature:
• Modern recording applications
✓ PROS
- • Lighter than acoustic instruments
- • Silent practice capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Electronic dependence
- • Different playing feel
Harley Benton DB02-CB Electric Double BassElectric Double BassScale: 105 cmHeight-adjustable bridgeTraditional...
⭐
4.6/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 451978
$681
#7
⭐
4.9/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Harley Benton DB02-LH/BK Elec. Double Bass
Contemporary
Amplified Performance
Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Consistent tone and intonation
✓ PROS
- • Lighter than acoustic instruments
- • No feedback when amplified
✗ CONS
- • Lacks acoustic resonance
- • Different playing feel
Harley Benton DB02-LH/BK Elec. Double BassElectric Double BassLeft-handed modelFingerboard: BirchBody: PaulowniaNeck:...
⭐
4.9/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 539468
$714
#8
⭐
4.9/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Harley Benton DB02-BEM Electric Double Bass
Studio Recording
Fusion
Amplified Performance
Key Feature:
• No feedback when amplified
✓ PROS
- • Modern recording applications
- • Silent practice capabilities
✗ CONS
- • Different playing feel
- • Requires amplification always
Harley Benton DB02-BEM Electric Double BassElectric double bassBody made of PaulowniaMaple neckTraditional head with...
⭐
4.9/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 511889
$714
#9
⭐
4.7/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Harley Benton DB01-BK Electric Double Bass
Contemporary
Jazz
Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Lighter than acoustic instruments
✓ PROS
- • No feedback when amplified
- • Consistent tone and intonation
✗ CONS
- • Lacks acoustic resonance
- • Electronic dependence
Harley Benton DB01-BK Electric Double BassElectric Double BassBody made of PaulowniaFingerboard made of birch (Betula...
⭐
4.7/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 451963
$637
How to Choose the Best 4-String Electric Double Basses
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 4-string electric double basses typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
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