Harley Benton Custom Line Bass DI-Expander
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Harley Benton
Custom Line Bass DI-Expander
Product Info
Article Number:
404129
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
Custom Line Bass DI-Expander
Category:
Bass Pedals
Price:
$97.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton DI-Expander is a seriously impressive value. It's a great all-in-one solution for gigging bassists needing a clean DI signal, a bit of compression, and some EQ shaping – especially for players on a budget who want a professional-sounding rig. The balanced DI output is a real bonus for recording or live sound reinforcement.
Product Description
- Harley Benton Custom Line Bass DI-Expander
- Effect Pedal
- Active bass preamp / DI pedal with compressor
- True bypass
- Controls: Gain
- Bass
- Middle
- Freq
- Treble
- Blend
- Volume
- Comp and Threshold DI Switch (Ground / Lift)
- Input switch: (0dB / -10dB)
- Jack input
- Thru jack input (parallel)
- Line in
- Jack output
- Headphone output
- Balanced DI output via XLR
- Power supply via 9 V battery or 9 V power supply unit (not included
- suitable power supply available under Article Nr #409939#)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 128 x 93 x 56 mm
- Weight: 450 g (without battery)
PROS
- • Solid build quality for the price, feels surprisingly robust.
- • Compressor adds usable punch and dynamics control.
- • DI output is clean and quiet, great for recording.
- • Versatile EQ section offers detailed tonal shaping.
CONS
- • Plastic enclosure feels a bit cheap, though durable enough.
- • Blend control can be a bit finicky to dial in precisely.
- • Line input is a welcome addition, but lacks gain control.
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Key Features
Effect Type
Active Bass Preamp / DI with Compressor
Controls
Gain, Bass, Middle, Freq, Treble, Blend, Volume, Comp, Threshold
Bypass Type
True Bypass
Power Supply
9V Battery or 9V DC Power Supply (not included)
Connections
Input, Thru, Line In, Output, Headphone Output, Balanced XLR DI Output
Dimensions
128 x 93 x 56 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s surprisingly close, offering a clean and balanced signal, though a high-end DI might offer slightly more pristine clarity and ground isolation.
It's more on the colored side, adding a subtle warmth and sustain – not completely transparent, but very musical and usable.
Yes, the input switch allows for attenuation (-10dB) which is useful for hotter synth bass signals to prevent clipping.
