Harley Benton HBV 990WH Electric Violin

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Harley Benton HBV 990WH Electric Violin

Harley Benton

HBV 990WH Electric Violin

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 351784
Model: HBV 990WH Electric Violin
Price: $174.90

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This Harley Benton is a surprisingly capable entry point into electric violin playing. The active pickups give a clean, amplified sound, and the included accessories are a real bonus. It's perfect for students, hobbyists, or anyone wanting to experiment with electric violin without a significant investment.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton HBV 990WH Electric Violin
  • Electric Violin with Active Pickup System
  • Size: 4/4
  • Active pickup system
  • Headphone output
  • Jack output
  • Body: Basswood
  • Plastic frame
  • Fingerboard and tuning pegs: Birch
  • Colour: White
  • Includes case
  • shoulder rest
  • composite bow
  • rosin and 9V battery
PROS
  • • Basswood body offers surprisingly warm, resonant tone for the price.
  • • Active pickup system delivers a clean, amplified signal with low noise.
  • • Included accessories – case, rest, bow, rosin – great value for beginners.
  • • Birch fingerboard provides a playable surface, surprisingly stable for the budget.
CONS
  • • Plastic frame feels noticeably cheap and compromises overall build quality.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; leans towards brighter, less complex sounds.
  • • Composite bow is functional but lacks the responsiveness of a quality wood bow.

Product Video

Key Features

Type 4/4 Electric Violin
Strings Steel (likely synthetic core)
Pickups Active Ceramic Humbucker
Connections 1/4 in Jack Output, 3.5mm Headphone Output
Body Material Basswood
Weight Approximately 7 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The active pickup primarily amplifies the signal; the acoustic sound is still present but significantly quieter when amplified. It's designed for electric violin performance, not acoustic playing.
While functional, the plastic frame is the most obvious compromise. It’s durable enough for normal use, but avoid excessive force or impacts.
Yes, the standard 1/4 in jack makes pickup replacement straightforward, allowing for future upgrades to improve the tonal character.

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