Harley Benton B-30BK Acoustic Bass Series
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Harley Benton
B-30BK Acoustic Bass Series
Product Info
Article Number:
165299
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
B-30BK Acoustic Bass Series
Category:
4-String Acoustic Basses
Price:
$163.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton is a surprisingly capable acoustic bass, perfect for beginner bassists, campfire jams, or anyone needing a budget-friendly practice instrument. The medium scale makes it comfortable to play, and the onboard pickup system makes it usable for basic gigs, though the overall sound is more 'acoustic' than a traditional electric bass.
Product Description
- Harley Benton B-30BK Acoustic Bass Series
- Acoustic Bass
- Style: Super Jumbo with cutaway
- Top: Spruce
- Body: Sapele / mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Roseacer
- Fingerboard inlays: Dot
- 22 Frets
- Scale: 815 mm (medium scale)
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Double-action truss rod
- Bridge: Roseacer
- Cream binding
- Chrome die-cast machine heads
- Factory strings: .045 - .105
- Built-in pickup system with 4-band EQ and tuner
- Colour: Black
- high-gloss
- Suitable gig bag available under article no. #121814# (not included)
PROS
- • Spruce top provides a surprisingly articulate and bright acoustic tone.
- • Sapele/mahogany body delivers a warm, resonant low-end response.
- • The built-in pickup system offers decent amplification for live performance.
- • Medium scale (815mm) eases fingerings, especially for guitarists.
CONS
- • Factory strings are basic and will likely need an immediate upgrade.
- • The high-gloss finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging.
- • Super jumbo body might be unwieldy for smaller players or travel.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Sapele / Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Pickups
Built-in piezo pickup system with 4-band EQ and tuner
Scale Length
815 mm
Frets
22
Strings
.045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 5.5 kg (12 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's noticeably more subdued and less powerful than a full-size acoustic bass, but the spruce top offers a decent level of clarity and projection for its size.
The tuner seems reasonably accurate, though it's a fairly basic design – not as feature-rich as dedicated tuners, but functional for quick adjustments.
The build quality is surprisingly good for the price; expect some minor cosmetic imperfections, but the instrument is generally solid and playable.
