Harley Benton HBV 800HWH Acoustic-Electric

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Harley Benton HBV 800HWH Acoustic-Electric

Harley Benton

HBV 800HWH Acoustic-Electric

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Product Info

Article Number: 533269
Model: HBV 800HWH Acoustic-Electric
Price: $163.90

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The Harley Benton HBV 800HWH is a surprisingly capable entry point into electric violins. It’s a solid option for students, experimental musicians, or anyone wanting to explore amplified violin without a premium-priced investment. The build quality is decent, and the included accessories make it a complete package.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton HBV 800HWH Acoustic-Electric
  • Electric Violin
  • Size: 4/4
  • Acoustic violin with a built-in passive piezo pickup system
  • Tone control
  • Volume control
  • Mono jack output: 6.3 mm
  • Solid spruce top
  • Solid maple body
  • Ebony fingerboard
  • Ebony pegs
  • Tailpiece with fine tuners
  • Colour: White High Gloss
  • Incl. case
  • rosin and a jack cable
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top provides a surprisingly resonant and warm acoustic tone.
  • • Ebony fingerboard and pegs offer a smooth playing experience and tuning stability.
  • • Passive piezo pickup delivers usable amplified sound, better than expected for the price.
  • • Included accessories – case, bow, rosin, cable – represent exceptional value.
CONS
  • • Piezo pickup can sound brittle and lacks the nuance of a magnetic system.
  • • Solid maple body, while attractive, can feel a bit dense and heavy.
  • • Limited tonal shaping options due to the passive pickup and basic controls.

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Key Features

Type 4/4 Acoustic-Electric Violin
Strings Steel Strings
Pickups Passive Piezo Pickup
Connections Mono 6.3 mm Jack Output
Body Material Solid Spruce Top, Solid Maple Back & Sides
Weight Approximately 1.8 kg (3.9 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The piezo pickup offers a more direct, acoustic sound, but lacks the warmth and sustain of magnetic pickups – it's brighter and can be a bit harsh.
The included bow is functional for learning, but a more responsive bow will significantly improve playability and tone – consider an upgrade later.
Yes, the 6.3 mm jack allows connection to effects pedals, but the piezo pickup’s inherent characteristics might limit how well certain effects translate.

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