Harley Benton BendolinE Vintage Sunburst
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Harley Benton
BendolinE Vintage Sunburst
Product Info
Article Number:
528752
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
BendolinE Vintage Sunburst
Category:
Mandolins
Price:
$214.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This BendolinE is a seriously fun and affordable E-mandolin that’s perfect for bluegrass players looking to experiment with electric tones. The solidbody construction gives it a surprising amount of bite, and the pickups are surprisingly versatile for a budget instrument. It's a great entry point into the world of electric mandolins.
Product Description
- Harley Benton BendolinE Vintage Sunburst
- 12-String E-Mandolin
- Construction: Solidbody T-Style
- Body: Basswood
- Neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Purpleheart
- Neck profile: C
- Body binding on top and back
- Scale length: 395 mm (15.5")
- Nut width: 48 mm
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Alnico single coils
- 1 x Tone and 1 x volume control
- 3-Way selector switch
- White pickguard
- Tuning: E-E - one octave higher
- Strings: 008/008 - 010/010 - 013/013 - 012/022 - 014/032 - 022/042
- Colour: Vintage Sunburst
PROS
- • Solid basswood body provides a surprisingly resonant and warm tone.
- • Purpleheart fretboard offers a smooth playing experience and visual appeal.
- • Alnico single coils deliver a bright, articulate bluegrass-friendly sound.
- • 3-way switch expands tonal options beyond standard mandolin sounds.
CONS
- • Basswood, while resonant, lacks the premium sustain of more exotic woods.
- • The shorter scale length may feel cramped for players accustomed to longer instruments.
- • Hardware, while functional, feels budget-oriented and could be an upgrade path.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Style
T-Style Solidbody
Top Wood
Basswood
Back & Sides
Basswood
Strings
008/008 - 010/010 - 013/013 - 012/022 - 014/032 - 022/042
Scale Length
395 mm (15.5")
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The E-tuning gives it a brighter, more piercing tone, and makes it feel a bit more like a high-register guitar, which can be great for certain styles but requires some adjustment.
The 'C' profile is fairly standard, but the 48mm nut width might feel a little narrow compared to some traditional mandolins – it's manageable, but something to consider.
It's a budget-friendly instrument, so while it's built reasonably well, expect to potentially replace some hardware or electronics down the line with heavy gigging.
