Best 4-String P-Basses Under $200 2025

Affordable 4-string p-basses under $200 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Pop For Country For Blues For Classic Rock For Alternative

BRANDS: Fender Harley Benton Sandberg Sadowsky Marcus Miller Squier Lakland Yamaha

Harley Benton PJ-4 HTR Deluxe Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Harley Benton PJ-4 HTR Deluxe Series

by Harley Benton

Blues Rock Pop

Key Feature:

• Excellent in band mix

✓ PROS

• Excellent in band mix
• Simple, reliable electronics

✗ CONS

• Less tonal versatility than Jazz Bass
• Thicker neck profile

Harley Benton PJ-4 HTR Deluxe SeriesE-BassBody: PoplarBolt-on maple neckNeck profile: Modern "C"...

⭐ 4.7/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 139024

$142

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Harley Benton PB-50 LH SB Vintage Ser Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Harley Benton PB-50 LH SB Vintage Ser Bundle

by Harley Benton

Alternative Blues Rock

Key Feature:

• Excellent in band mix

✓ PROS

• Excellent in band mix
• Simple, reliable electronics

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness for slap bass
• Thicker neck profile

Harley Benton PB-50 LH SB Vintage Ser Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton PB-50 LH SB Vintage...

⭐ 4.7/5 (28 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 560994

$160

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Harley Benton PJ-74 VW Vintage Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Harley Benton PJ-74 VW Vintage Series

by Harley Benton

Pop Blues Alternative

Key Feature:

• Great for pick and finger playing

✓ PROS

• Thick, fundamental bass tone
• Simple, reliable electronics

✗ CONS

• Thicker neck profile
• May lack brightness for slap bass

Harley Benton PJ-74 VW Vintage SeriesElectric BassVintage SeriesBody: PoplarBolt-on neck: Canadian maple with roseacer...

⭐ 4.9/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 409652

$197

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Harley Benton PB-20 BK Standard Serie Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Harley Benton PB-20 BK Standard Serie Bundle

by Harley Benton

Alternative Rock Country

Key Feature:

• Classic Precision Bass sound

✓ PROS

• Simple, reliable electronics
• Classic Precision Bass sound

✗ CONS

• Thicker neck profile
• Less modern features

Harley Benton PB-20 BK Standard Serie Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton PB-20 BK Standard Series*Electric...

⭐ 4.5/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 544083

$149

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Squier Sonic Precision Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Squier Sonic Precision Black

by Squier

Pop Rock Country

Key Feature:

• Simple, reliable electronics

✓ PROS

• Classic Precision Bass sound
• Excellent in band mix

✗ CONS

• Less tonal versatility than Jazz Bass
• Less modern features

Squier Sonic Precision BlackElectric BassBody: PoplarBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: LaurelPearloid dot fingerboard...

⭐ 4.5/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 561090

$197

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Harley Benton PB-62CC Black w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Harley Benton PB-62CC Black w/Bag

by Harley Benton

Alternative Blues Country

Key Feature:

• Simple, reliable electronics

✓ PROS

• Classic Precision Bass sound
• Excellent in band mix

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness for slap bass
• Less tonal versatility than Jazz Bass

Harley Benton PB-62CC Black w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton PB-62CC Black*Electric Bass*Body:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 619663

$197

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Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series w/Bag - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series w/Bag

by Harley Benton

Alternative Pop Classic Rock

Key Feature:

• Great for pick and finger playing

✓ PROS

• Thick, fundamental bass tone
• Classic Precision Bass sound

✗ CONS

• Less modern features
• May lack brightness for slap bass

Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series w/Bag*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series*Electric...

⭐ 4.5/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 546577

$175

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Harley Benton PB-50 SB Vintage Series Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Harley Benton PB-50 SB Vintage Series Bundle

by Harley Benton

Blues Alternative Country

Key Feature:

• Excellent in band mix

✓ PROS

• Great for pick and finger playing
• Simple, reliable electronics

✗ CONS

• Less tonal versatility than Jazz Bass
• May lack brightness for slap bass

Harley Benton PB-50 SB Vintage Series Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton PB-50 SB Vintage Series*Electric...

⭐ 4.7/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 560979

$160

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Harley Benton PB-62CC Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Harley Benton PB-62CC Black

by Harley Benton

Rock Blues Classic Rock

Key Feature:

• Excellent in band mix

✓ PROS

• Excellent in band mix
• Great for pick and finger playing

✗ CONS

• May lack brightness for slap bass
• Thicker neck profile

Harley Benton PB-62CC BlackElectric BassBody: BasswoodBolt-on neck: Vintage caramelized Canadian mapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 590427

$175

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Harley Benton PB-20 BK Standard Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.7/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Harley Benton PB-20 BK Standard Series

by Harley Benton

Classic Rock Rock Blues

Key Feature:

• Thick, fundamental bass tone

✓ PROS

• Classic Precision Bass sound
• Simple, reliable electronics

✗ CONS

• Less modern features
• Thicker neck profile

Harley Benton PB-20 BK Standard SeriesElectric BassBody: PoplarBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: LaurelDot fingerboard...

⭐ 4.7/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 163851

$120

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Harley Benton PB-62 Sunburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Harley Benton PB-62 Sunburst

by Harley Benton

Blues Classic Rock Country

Key Feature:

• Simple, reliable electronics

✓ PROS

• Thick, fundamental bass tone
• Excellent in band mix

✗ CONS

• Single pickup limits sound options
• Thicker neck profile

Harley Benton PB-62 SunburstElectric BassComfortable body shapeBody: BasswoodBolt-on neck: Vintage caramelized Canadian...

⭐ 4.5/5 (41 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 590430

$175

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Squier Sonic Precision California BL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.6/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Squier Sonic Precision California BL

by Squier

Classic Rock Rock Blues

Key Feature:

• Classic Precision Bass sound

✓ PROS

• Excellent in band mix
• Thick, fundamental bass tone

✗ CONS

• Less tonal versatility than Jazz Bass
• May lack brightness for slap bass

Squier Sonic Precision California BLElectric BassBody: PoplarBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleBlack dot fretboard...

⭐ 4.6/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 561096

$191

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Harley Benton Bass Guitar Kit P-Style - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.6/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Harley Benton Bass Guitar Kit P-Style

by Harley Benton

Classic Rock Rock Pop

Key Feature:

• Thick, fundamental bass tone

✓ PROS

• Excellent in band mix
• Great for pick and finger playing

✗ CONS

• Single pickup limits sound options
• Less modern features

Harley Benton Electric Bass Kit P-StyleElectric Bass Kit P-StyleComplete DIY (do it yourself) kitBolt-on maple...

⭐ 4.6/5 (11 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 194896

$109

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Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series Bundle

by Harley Benton

Blues Rock Classic Rock

Key Feature:

• Excellent in band mix

✓ PROS

• Thick, fundamental bass tone
• Simple, reliable electronics

✗ CONS

• Thicker neck profile
• Less tonal versatility than Jazz Bass

Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series*Electric...

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 546579

$175

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Harley Benton PB-50 FR Vintage Series Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.6/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Harley Benton PB-50 FR Vintage Series Bundle

by Harley Benton

Rock Country Alternative

Key Feature:

• Great for pick and finger playing

✓ PROS

• Great for pick and finger playing
• Excellent in band mix

✗ CONS

• Thicker neck profile
• May lack brightness for slap bass

Harley Benton PB-50 FR Vintage Series Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton PB-50 FR Vintage Series*Electric...

⭐ 4.6/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 560999

$160

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How to Choose the Best 4-String P-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 p-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.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Harley Benton PJ-4 HTR Deluxe Series

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Harley Benton PJ-74 VW Vintage Series

Harley Benton PB-20 BK Standard Serie Bundle

Squier Sonic Precision Black

Harley Benton PB-62CC Black w/Bag

Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series w/Bag

Harley Benton PB-50 SB Vintage Series Bundle

Harley Benton PB-62CC Black

Harley Benton PB-20 BK Standard Series

Harley Benton PB-62 Sunburst

Squier Sonic Precision California BL

Harley Benton Bass Guitar Kit P-Style

Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series Bundle

Harley Benton PB-50 FR Vintage Series Bundle

How to Choose the Best 4-String P-Basses

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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