Harley Benton B-550 Black Progressive Series
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Harley Benton
B-550 Black Progressive Series
Product Info
Article Number:
317315
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
B-550 Black Progressive Series
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$207.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This B-550 is a seriously impressive bass for the money. The long scale and humbucker pickups deliver a powerful, modern tone, while the active/passive switch gives you options. It’s a great choice for players wanting a versatile 5-string without the premium price tag – particularly good for rock, funk, and heavier genres.
Product Description
- Harley Benton B-550 Black Progressive Series
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Alder body
- Canadian maple neck
- Bolt-on neck attachment
- Black walnut fretboard
- Tai-Chi fretboard inlays
- Modern D neck profile
- 24 Frets
- Scale: 864 mm (long scale)
- Nut width: 45 mm
- Double action truss rod
- 2 Humbucker pickups
- 1x Balance-
- 1x bass-
- 1x treble- and 1x volume control with push/pull function (active/passive)
- Black hardware
- Diecast machine heads
- String gauges: .045 - .130
- Colour: Black high-gloss
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain.
- • Canadian maple neck offers a stable platform with comfortable Modern D profile.
- • Long scale (864mm) delivers tight low-end and improved string clarity.
- • Push/pull active/passive switching expands tonal versatility significantly.
CONS
- • Bolt-on neck construction might lack the sustain of a neck-through design.
- • Black walnut fretboard can feel slightly softer than rosewood or ebony.
- • Hardware, while functional, is basic and may be a future upgrade target.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Canadian Maple
Fingerboard
Black Walnut
Pickups
2 Humbucker (Balance, Bass, Treble)
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
24
Strings
.045 - .130 gauge
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - based on similar models
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Frequently Asked Questions
In passive mode, you get a more classic, rounded tone; active mode adds clarity, punch, and a bit more output, useful for modern styles.
Yes, the Modern D profile is generally considered comfortable and accommodating for a wide range of hand sizes, offering a good balance between speed and control.
Black walnut tends to wear slightly faster than rosewood, so regular maintenance and occasional oiling is recommended to keep it in top condition.
