Harley Benton JB-20 BM St. Series w/Bag

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Harley Benton JB-20 BM St. Series w/Bag

Harley Benton

JB-20 BM St. Series w/Bag

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 541435
Model: JB-20 BM St. Series w/Bag
Price: $152.90

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The Harley Benton JB-20 BM is a fantastic entry point for players wanting that classic J-Bass vibe. The build quality is surprisingly solid for the price, and those single-coils deliver a decent amount of growl. It's perfect for beginners or players needing a reliable, affordable bass for practice or gigging around.

Product Description

Harley Benton JB-20 BM St. Series w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton JB-20 BM Standard Series

  • *Electric Bass*
  • Body: Poplar
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Laurel
  • Fingerboard inlays: Dots
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • 20 Frets
  • Scale: 864 mm
  • Nut width: 38 mm
  • Double-action truss rod
  • Pickups: 2 JB-style single-coils
  • Controls: 2 volume and 1 tone
  • Chrome hardware
  • Classic PB-Style machine heads
  • String guages: .040 - .100
  • Colour: Blue Metallic
  • high-gloss
  • Thomann E-Bass Gigbag BK
  • *Nylon Gig Bag for Electric Bass*
  • Made of high quality materials
  • 20 mm foam padding
  • Inner dimensions (L x W x D): approx. 118 x 35 x 8 cm
  • Floor protection on the bottom
  • Backpack straps
  • With external pocket for accessories and large sheet music pouch
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Poplar body offers a balanced, warm tonal foundation.
  • • Modern C neck profile is comfortable and fast for most players.
  • • JB-style single coils deliver a surprisingly punchy, vintage-inspired tone.
  • • Gig bag is genuinely well-padded and practical for transport.
CONS
  • • Laurel fretboard may require some initial fretwork for optimal playability.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction limits sustain compared to set-neck designs.
  • • Single-coil pickups can be noisy at higher gain settings.

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Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups 2 x JB-Style Single-Coil
Scale Length 864 mm (34 inches)
Frets 20
Strings .040 - .100 gauge
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) – typical for a bass of this construction

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures the essence, but lacks the complexity and refinement of a higher-end Fender. Expect a more direct, slightly less nuanced tone with a bit more bite.
The neck finish is decent straight out of the box, but a little lemon oil and a quick polish can really improve the feel and playability.
The hardware is functional and reliable for the price, but it's the first area you might consider upgrading if you're a serious player.

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