Harley Benton BZ-5000 II NT
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Harley Benton
BZ-5000 II NT
Product Info
Article Number:
521703
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
BZ-5000 II NT
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The BZ-5000 II NT is a seriously impressive bass for the money. It's got that modern, powerful sound with a touch of warmth, and the neck profile is genuinely comfortable. If you're a player wanting a versatile 5-string with a premium feel without a premium price tag, this is definitely worth a look.
Product Description
- Harley Benton BZ-5000 II NT
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Deluxe Series
- Body: Mahogany / Ash / Mahogany / Ash
- Top: AAA flamed maple veneer
- 5-Piece neck-thru-body: Canadian maple / nyatoh
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Neck profile: C
- Nut: Graphite
- Nut width: 45 mm
- Fingerboard radius: 400 mm - thickness 1st fret: 21 mm / 12th fret: 23 mm
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- 24 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickups: Tesla TV-SBL1-5B (bridge) and Tesla TV-SBL1-5N (neck) Soapbars
- Tesla G102 3-band active EQ
- Volume control with push / pull function
- Balance
- bass
- middle and treble controls
- Sung-Il BB-105 bridge with 17 mm string spacing
- WSC JB-15DLX 17: 1 die-cast machine heads
- Black hardware
- Factory strings: HB HQS .045 - .130
- Colour: Natural
- high-gloss
PROS
- • Mahogany/Ash body provides a warm, resonant, and articulate tonal foundation.
- • Tesla pickups deliver a surprisingly powerful and defined low-end response.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers a slick, fast playing experience and excellent note clarity.
- • Graphite nut improves tuning stability and minimizes string friction for smoother action.
CONS
- • Mahogany body construction can make it a bit heavier than some players prefer.
- • Active EQ requires a power source, potentially limiting battery life.
- • Flamed maple top, while beautiful, may exhibit slight finish imperfections.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany/Ash/Mahogany/Ash with AAA flamed maple veneer
Neck Material
Canadian Maple / Nyatoh (5-piece)
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Tesla TV-SBL1-5B (bridge) & TV-SBL1-5N (neck) Soapbars
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
24 Medium Jumbo
Strings
HB HQS .045 - .130
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg) – estimated based on similar models
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Frequently Asked Questions
The G102 EQ adds significant flexibility, boosting or cutting frequencies, but it can be a bit sensitive – experimentation is needed to find your sweet spot.
While the mahogany body contributes to the weight, the neck-thru design generally balances it well, but extended playing sessions might require a strap.
The Tesla pickups hold their own surprisingly well, offering a similar aggressive and punchy character, though they lack the absolute refinement of the higher-end brands.
