Harley Benton HBZ-2005FL NT Deluxe Series

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Harley Benton HBZ-2005FL NT Deluxe Series

Harley Benton

HBZ-2005FL NT Deluxe Series

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 411698
Model: HBZ-2005FL NT Deluxe Series
Price: $383.90

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This Harley Benton fretless is a surprisingly capable instrument, offering a lot of bang for your buck. The long scale and active EQ give it a modern feel, while the wood combination delivers a pleasing tonal balance. It’s ideal for players wanting to explore fretless territory without a premium-priced investment, or for those seeking a unique, articulate bass tone.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton HBZ-2005FL NT Deluxe Series
  • 5-String Fretless Electric Bass
  • Fretless
  • Body: Ovangkol
  • 7-Piece neck-through-body neck: Ovangkol / maple / nato
  • Fingerboard: black walnut
  • Nut width: 45 mm
  • Scale: 864 mm (long scale)
  • Pickups: 2 ceramic bar single coils
  • Active tone control with 2-band EQ
  • Controls: Volume
  • pickup balance
  • bass
  • treble
  • Black hardware
  • Die-cast machine heads
  • Bridge with 5 individual string saddles and 16.5 mm string spacing
  • Colour: Natural
  • Matte
PROS
  • • Ovangkol body provides a warm, resonant, and articulate low-end.
  • • 7-piece neck-through design enhances sustain and improves upper fret access.
  • • Black walnut fingerboard offers a smooth playing experience with a unique tonal character.
  • • Active EQ provides flexibility to shape the bass’s sound, compensating for fretless nuances.
CONS
  • • Active electronics add complexity and potential for battery-related issues.
  • • Ceramic pickups might lack the warmth and vintage character of alnico alternatives.
  • • Fretless basses require significant practice and a careful setup to play cleanly.

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Key Features

Body Material Ovangkol
Neck Material Ovangkol / Maple / Nato
Fingerboard Black Walnut
Pickups 2 Ceramic Bar Single Coils
Scale Length 864 mm (Long Scale)
Frets Fretless
Strings 5-String
Weight Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The black walnut fingerboard is noticeably smoother than rosewood, requiring a lighter touch; it’s similar in feel to ebony, but with a slightly warmer tone.
While the single coils are versatile, they are not designed for extreme high-gain scenarios; they’re best suited for jazz, funk, and lighter rock/pop.
The individual saddles offer great adjustability, but the 16.5 mm spacing might feel a little tight for players with larger hands, requiring precise technique.

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