Harley Benton HBV 990GBY 4/4 Electric Violin

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Harley Benton HBV 990GBY 4/4 Electric Violin

Harley Benton

HBV 990GBY 4/4 Electric Violin

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 417284
Model: HBV 990GBY 4/4 Electric Violin
Price: $185.90

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This Harley Benton is a surprisingly capable entry point into the world of electric violin. The active pickup system delivers a clean amplified tone, making it ideal for beginners or players wanting to experiment with effects without spending a fortune. It's a fun, budget-friendly option for practice, casual performance, and exploring new sonic territories.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton HBV 990GBY 4/4 Electric Violin
  • Electric Violin with Active Pickup System
  • Size: 4/4
  • Body made of birch
  • Plastic frame
  • Maple fingerboard and neck
  • Headphone output
  • Jack output
  • Design: Green
  • blue and yellow
  • Includes a case
  • shoulder rest
  • composite bow
  • rosin and 9V battery
PROS
  • • Birch body offers a surprisingly warm, resonant tone for the price.
  • • Active pickup system provides a clean, amplified signal with low noise.
  • • Included accessories like case and rosin offer excellent value.
  • • Plastic frame contributes to a lightweight design, easing extended playing.
CONS
  • • Plastic frame feels less premium than a traditional wood construction.
  • • Maple fingerboard may require more maintenance to prevent dryness.
  • • Limited tonal versatility compared to higher-end electric violins.

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Key Features

Type Electric Violin
Strings Steel (likely synthetic core for stability)
Pickups Active Piezo System
Connections Headphone output, 1/4 in instrument output
Body Material Birch
Weight Approximately 6 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The amplified tone is much more focused and direct, lacking the natural warmth and complexity of an acoustic. It's designed for amplification and effects, not replicating an acoustic violin sound.
The frame is surprisingly robust for plastic, offering good stability. However, it lacks the visual appeal and perceived quality of a wooden frame, which some players may notice.
While technically possible, the frame's design makes pickup replacement more challenging than on a standard electric violin; it's not a simple modification.

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