Harley Benton HBMA-100E- VS
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Harley Benton
HBMA-100E- VS
Product Info
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The HBMA-100E-VS is a solid entry point into electric mandolin playing, particularly for bluegrass enthusiasts. The spruce top provides a surprisingly clear voice when amplified, while the magnetic pickups give it a characteristic twang. It's a great option for beginners or players seeking an affordable, ready-to-play bluegrass mandolin.
Product Description
- Harley Benton HBMA-100E- VS
- Electric Mandolin
- Bluegrass Series
- Florentine body shape
- Spruce top
- Basswood body
- Teak neck
- Blackwood fretboard
- 20 Frets
- Dots fretboard inlays
- Scale: 350 mm
- Nut width: 30 mm
- Blackwood bridge
- Cream binding
- Magnetic single coil pickup system
- Volume and tone controls
- Gold-plated hardware
- Colour: Vintage Sunburst High-gloss
- Suitable gig bags available under article no. #152480# and article no. #207774# (both are not included)
PROS
- • Florentine body offers comfortable ergonomics for bluegrass styles
- • Spruce top delivers a surprisingly bright and responsive tone
- • Magnetic pickups provide a distinct, amplified bluegrass voice
- • Teak neck offers decent stability and a playable feel for the price
CONS
- • Basswood body lacks the resonance of more premium tonewoods
- • Blackwood fretboard can feel a bit dry and may require occasional oiling
- • Limited tonal versatility beyond traditional bluegrass sounds
Product Video
Key Features
Body Style
Florentine
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Basswood
Strings
Steel (likely .010-.040 gauge)
Scale Length
350 mm
Weight
Approximately 4.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Magnetic pickups offer a more focused, less 'woody' sound, often preferred for amplified bluegrass, but lack the acoustic clarity of piezo systems.
The neck width of 30mm is fairly standard for mandolins, but some players with very large hands might find it slightly cramped.
The binding is applied consistently, but the plastic material feels a little thin; it’s functional but doesn’t exude premium quality.
