Harley Benton HBJ-26 w/Bag

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Harley Benton HBJ-26 w/Bag

Harley Benton

HBJ-26 w/Bag

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Product Info

Article Number: 539037
Model: HBJ-26 w/Bag
Category: Banjos
Price: $200.20

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The Harley Benton HBJ-26 is a surprisingly capable entry-level banjo. It's a fantastic option for beginners wanting to explore bluegrass or anyone needing an affordable, portable instrument. Don't expect boutique quality, but it offers a lot of bang for your buck and a decent starting point for learning.

Product Description

Harley Benton HBJ-26 w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton HBJ-26

  • *6-String Banjo*
  • Bluegrass Series
  • Body: Sapele
  • Neck: Nato
  • Fingerboard: Blackwood
  • Fingerboard inlays: Dot
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Chrome-plated hardware
  • Armrest
  • 24 Brackets
  • 22 Frets
  • Head: 11" Remo BJ-1102-LI
  • Strings with loop ends
  • Suitable replacement head: Art. #156789# (not included)
  • Thomann Banjo Gigbag

*Gigbag*, For banjos, 20 mm Foam padding, Backpack straps with metal fittings, With an external pocket, Internal dimensions: 102 cm x 37.5 cm x 14 cm

PROS
  • • Sapele body offers a warm, resonant tone characteristic of bluegrass instruments.
  • • Remo BJ-1102-LI head delivers a crisp, bright sound with good projection.
  • • Nato neck provides a comfortable playing feel with decent stability for the price point.
  • • Included gig bag offers surprisingly good protection and portability for travel.
CONS
  • • Blackwood fingerboard, while visually appealing, may feel slightly unfinished or porous.
  • • 648mm scale length might feel a bit short for players accustomed to longer banjo scales.
  • • Hardware, while chrome-plated, is basic and may not withstand heavy gigging use.

Product Video

Key Features

Type 6-String Banjo
Head Size 11"
Resonator None (Open-back)
Strings Steel, with loop ends
Neck Material Nato
Weight Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Like most instruments in this price range, a basic setup is recommended to optimize playability – adjusting the action and intonation will make a big difference.
This is an open-back banjo, so it will have a more mellow, woody tone compared to the brighter, louder sound of a resonator model.
The tuners are functional but basic; they’re perfectly adequate for casual playing, but more serious players will likely want to upgrade for improved stability.

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