Harley Benton HBZ-2005 Deluxe Series
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Harley Benton
HBZ-2005 Deluxe Series
Product Info
Article Number:
264960
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
HBZ-2005 Deluxe Series
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$372.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The HBZ-2005 is a seriously impressive 5-string J-bass for the price. The long scale and active EQ make it ideal for modern styles like funk and slap, while the mahogany body gives it a solid, warm foundation. It’s a great choice for players wanting a versatile, long-scale bass with a modern edge without a premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Harley Benton HBZ-2005 Deluxe Series
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Sides: Ovangkol
- 7-Piece neck-thru-body: Mahogany / maple / nato
- Fretboard: Black walnut
- Oval mother-of-pearl inserts
- 24 Frets
- Nut width: 45 mm
- Scale: 864 mm (long scale)
- Pickups: 2 Ceramic bar single coils
- Active sound control
- Black hardware
- Die-cast machine heads
- Bridge with 16 mm string spacing
- Ex-Factory stringing: .045" - .125"
- Colour: Natural matte
- Suitable case available under: Article number #212517# (not included)
PROS
- • Ovangkol sides provide a warm, articulate midrange response.
- • Mahogany/maple/nato neck-thru construction offers excellent sustain and balance.
- • Active electronics deliver a boosted, defined low-end and versatile tonal shaping.
- • Die-cast tuners ensure stable tuning and reliable performance under tension.
CONS
- • Ceramic pickups might lack the nuanced vintage character of Alnico.
- • Long scale (864 mm) can feel slightly unwieldy for smaller players.
- • Finish, while matte, may show fingerprints and require careful maintenance.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany/Maple/Nato (neck-thru), Ovangkol Sides
Neck Material
Mahogany/Maple/Nato
Fingerboard
Black Walnut
Pickups
2 Ceramic Bar Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
24
Strings
.045in - .125in
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) – based on similar models
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Frequently Asked Questions
Active EQ provides more tonal flexibility and a noticeable boost in the low and high frequencies, but requires a power source – usually a 9V battery.
Black walnut is a softer wood than rosewood, so it can show wear over time, but proper care and maintenance will minimize any issues.
The neck profile is likely a comfortable C-shape, fairly standard for modern basses, offering a good balance between playability and support.
