Harley Benton B-550 QTB Progressive Series
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Harley Benton
B-550 QTB Progressive Series
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This Harley Benton B-550 QTB is a seriously impressive value. The long scale and humbucker pickups give it a modern, punchy sound that cuts through a mix – perfect for rock, metal, and heavier styles. It’s an excellent choice for beginners or experienced players looking for a solid, affordable 5-string.
Product Description
- Harley Benton B-550 QTB Progressive Series
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck from Canadian maple
- Neck profile: Modern D
- Fretboard: Black Walnut
- Tai-Chi inlays
- 24 Frets
- Scale: 864 mm (Long scale)
- Nut width: 45 mm
- Double action truss rod
- Pickups: 2x Humbuckers
- 1x Balance-
- 1x bass-
- 1x treble- and 1x volume control
- Black hardware
- Diecast machine heads
- String gauge: 045-130
- Colour: Quilted Transparent Black
- Finish: High-gloss
- • Alder body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain.
- • Canadian maple neck provides a stable, comfortable modern D profile feel.
- • Humbucker pickups offer a thick, aggressive sound suitable for modern genres.
- • Die-cast tuners ensure reliable tuning stability, a surprising find at this price.
- • High-gloss finish can be a fingerprint magnet and prone to swirl marks.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the warmth of a set-neck.
- • The black walnut fretboard might feel slightly less refined than rosewood or ebony.
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