Harley Benton HBCE 990AM Electric Cello
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Harley Benton
HBCE 990AM Electric Cello
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The HBCE 990AM is a surprisingly capable electric cello for the budget-conscious player. It's a great entry point for cellists wanting to explore amplification or for composers looking for unique textures. The active pickup system offers a usable sound, though don’t expect boutique-level fidelity – it's a solid foundation to build on.
Product Description
- Harley Benton HBCE 990AM Electric Cello
- Electric Cello
- Includes an active shadow pickup system
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard and tuning pegs: Birch
- Aluminium tailpiece with fine tuners
- Electronics: volume control
- treble control
- bass control
- 6.3 mm jack output with selector switch for connecting headphones or an amplifier
- 3.5 mm aux-in jack input for playbacks or play alongs via mp3
- smartphone
- CD player etc.
- Colour: Amber
- Includes a bag
- rosin and supports for the abdominal area and knees
- • Solid amber finish provides a visually appealing, resonant aesthetic.
- • Active Shadow pickup system delivers surprisingly clear and usable amplified tone.
- • Birch fingerboard offers a smooth playing surface, a welcome upgrade.
- • Included accessories like bow, rosin, and supports provide immediate playability.
- • Maple neck may exhibit some neck dive, requiring careful strap adjustment.
- • Aluminium tailpiece, while functional, lacks the premium feel of ebony or rosewood.
- • Aux-in jack’s quality might limit high-fidelity playback for critical listening.
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