Harley Benton Beatbass FL VS Vintage w/Bag
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Harley Benton
Beatbass FL VS Vintage w/Bag
Product Info
Article Number:
537200
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
Beatbass FL VS Vintage w/Bag
Category:
Fretless Basses
Price:
$240.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Beatbass FL VS is a seriously cool, budget-friendly fretless option. The hollow body gives it a unique warmth and vintage vibe, while the humbuckers provide plenty of growl. It's perfect for players wanting to explore fretless tones without a massive investment, but be prepared to put in the work to master intonation!
Product Description
Harley Benton Beatbass FL VS Vintage w/Bag
*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Beatbass FL VS Vintage Series
- *Fretless Electric Bass*
- Fretless model
- Hollow body design
- Arched basswood body
- Flamed maple top
- Maple neck
- Set-in neck attachment
- Amaranth fretboard
- Cream-coloured binding on the body
- Neck profile: C
- Side dot fretboard inlays
- Scale: 775 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Double action truss rod
- 2 Humbucker pickups
- Electronics: 2 Volume controls and 3 tone controls
- Chrome hardware
- Viola bridge
- Diecast machine heads
- Strings: HB .045 - .095
- Colour: Vintage Sunburst (high-gloss)
- Thomann Beat Bass Gigbag
- *Gig Bag*
- With backpack straps
- 20 mm foam padding
- Metal fittings
- External pocket
- Inner dimensions: 112 x 34 x 11 cm
- Suitable for Harley Benton Beat-Bass (Article Nr #177012#) and similar models
PROS
- • Arched basswood body offers surprisingly warm, resonant tone.
- • Maple neck provides comfortable playability and good sustain.
- • Humbucker pickups deliver a thick, punchy, vintage-inspired sound.
- • Includes a gig bag – ready to play straight out of the box.
CONS
- • Fretless basses require a significant commitment to intonation learning.
- • Hollow body may introduce unwanted resonances at higher volumes.
- • Hardware, while functional, isn't quite on par with higher-end instruments.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Arched Basswood with Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Amaranth
Pickups
2 Humbucker Pickups
Scale Length
775 mm
Frets
Fretless
Strings
HB .045 - .095
Weight
Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs) - typical for a hollow-body bass
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Frequently Asked Questions
The absence of frets creates a smoother, more sliding feel, but requires more precise finger placement and a good ear for intonation.
Yes, hollow bodies are more susceptible to feedback. Careful EQ adjustments and potentially a noise gate might be needed at higher volumes.
While leaning towards vintage tones, the humbuckers offer decent versatility – they can handle rock, blues, and even some funk, but may lack the clarity for modern, clean sounds.
