Harley Benton Enhanced MJ-5MN Natural w/Bag

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Harley Benton Enhanced MJ-5MN Natural w/Bag

Harley Benton

Enhanced MJ-5MN Natural w/Bag

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 468355
Model: Enhanced MJ-5MN Natural w/Bag
Price: $394.90

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This Harley Benton MJ-5MN is a seriously impressive offering for the price. The Roswell pickups deliver a surprisingly modern and versatile tone, and the active EQ is a genuine asset for shaping your sound. It's a great choice for gigging musicians or anyone wanting a quality 5-string J-bass without spending a fortune.

Product Description

Harley Benton Enhanced MJ-5MN Natural w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton Enhanced MJ-5MN Natural

  • *5-String Electric Bass*
  • Style: JB
  • Ergonomically shaped body made of swamp ash
  • Matching headstock
  • 6-Bolt Canadian Hard Rock Maple neck
  • Canadian Hard Rock (maple) fretboard
  • Fingerboard inlays: Black blocks
  • Neck Profile: Modern "C"
  • Fingerboard radius: 350 mm
  • Scale: 864 mm
  • Nut width: 46 mm
  • Black TUSQ XL nut
  • 22 Medium Jumbo Blacksmith stainless steel frets
  • Pickups: Roswell MFR-5 Ferrite humbucker (bridge) and Roswell JM-5 Ferrite single coil (middle)
  • Roswell GMA2 -CT active/passive 2-band EQ
  • Volume control with push/pull function
  • Balance
  • treble and bass controls
  • Split switch: Humbucker / single coil
  • 3-Ply black B/W/B pickguard
  • WSC SK5 bridge
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • WSC JB45 tuners
  • Factory strings: .045 - .130
  • Colour: Natural matte
  • Suitable case: Art. #177638# (not included)
  • Thomann E-Bass Gigbag BK
  • *Nylon Gig Bag for Electric Bass*
  • Made of high quality materials
  • 20 mm foam padding
  • Inner dimensions (L x W x D): approx. 118 x 35 x 8 cm
  • Floor protection on the bottom
  • Backpack straps
  • With external pocket for accessories and large sheet music pouch
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Swamp ash body delivers a resonant, balanced tone with good sustain
  • • Roswell pickups offer a surprisingly articulate and punchy sound
  • • Canadian maple neck provides excellent playability and stability
  • • Active EQ adds tonal flexibility and shaping capabilities
CONS
  • • Hardware, while functional, feels a bit budget-oriented and may benefit from upgrades
  • • Swamp ash body can make the bass feel a little on the heavier side
  • • Split coil option isn’t the most inspiring – a bit muddy.

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Key Features

Body Material Swamp Ash
Neck Material Canadian Hard Rock Maple
Fingerboard Canadian Hard Rock Maple
Pickups Roswell MFR-5 (bridge), Roswell JM-5 (middle), Roswell GMA2 (active/passive)
Scale Length 864 mm (34 in)
Frets 22 Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel
Strings Standard 5-String Bass Strings (likely Nickel-plated Steel)
Weight Approximately 9.5 - 10.5 lbs (4.3 - 4.8 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a simpler 2-band EQ, so lacks the complexity of higher-end preamps, but offers a significant boost in tonal shaping and clarity.
The Modern 'C' shape is generally considered comfortable, but it's on the slimmer side, so players with very large hands might find it a touch narrow.
Stainless steel frets are more durable and resistant to wear, meaning they'll maintain a smooth playing feel for longer than nickel-silver, but might require slightly different polishing techniques.

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