Harley Benton HBO-850 Bass Black w/Bag

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Harley Benton HBO-850 Bass Black w/Bag

Harley Benton

HBO-850 Bass Black w/Bag

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 538106
Model: HBO-850 Bass Black w/Bag
Price: $181.50

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This Harley Benton HBO-850 is a seriously interesting acoustic bass. The lightweight ABS body makes it a breeze to handle, and the spruce top delivers a surprisingly good acoustic tone. It's an ideal option for gigging musicians needing a portable, amplified acoustic bass on a budget, or for beginners exploring the acoustic bass world.

Product Description

Harley Benton HBO-850 Bass Black w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton HBO-850 Bass Black

  • *Acoustic Bass*
  • Design: Roundback with cutaway
  • Top: Spruce
  • Body: ABS Super Shallow Bowl
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • Fingerboard: Roseacer
  • Fingerboard radius: 400 mm
  • 20 Frets
  • Multi-ply ABS body binding
  • ABS neck binding
  • Scale: 869 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Bridge: Blackwood
  • Die-cast machine heads
  • Dual-Action truss rod
  • Factory strings: HB .040 - .100
  • Pickup system with 4-band EQ
  • Colour: Black
  • high-gloss
  • Thomann Acoustic-Bass Gigbag

*Gig Bag For Acoustic Bass*, With 20 mm padding, Adjustable backpack straps, With accessory compartment and large music compartment, Internal dimensions (L x W x D): 120 x 42 x 13 cm

PROS
  • • Spruce top offers a surprisingly resonant acoustic voice.
  • • ABS body keeps weight exceptionally low for comfortable playing.
  • • Roseacer fingerboard provides a smooth, playable feel, surprisingly good for the price.
  • • Integrated EQ system adds versatility for amplified performance and shaping tone.
CONS
  • • ABS construction, while lightweight, lacks the tonal complexity of wood.
  • • Factory strings are basic; an immediate upgrade is highly recommended.
  • • Roundback design might feel less comfortable for some players' ergonomics.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides ABS Super Shallow Bowl
Neck Material Mahogany
Pickups Integrated Pickup System with 4-band EQ
Scale Length 869 mm
Frets 20
Strings HB .040 - .100
Weight Approximately 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg) - estimate based on ABS construction and size

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Frequently Asked Questions

ABS dampens the overtones, resulting in a more focused, less complex tone. It prioritizes projection and clarity over a richer, warmer acoustic sound.
The 'Modern C' neck profile is generally comfortable, but the 42mm nut width might feel a little snug for those with very large hands.
The EQ is functional for basic shaping; however, it's not a high-end studio-grade system and might require careful adjustment to avoid unwanted noise or coloration.

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