Harley Benton JB-62SB
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Harley Benton
JB-62SB
Product Info
Article Number:
523546
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
JB-62SB
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$174.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The JB-62SB is a fantastic entry point into the classic J-Bass world. The Roswell pickups genuinely surprise with their vintage-inspired growl, and the bolt-on neck offers a comfortable, responsive feel. It’s a superb option for beginners or players wanting a reliable, affordable workhorse bass.
Product Description
- Harley Benton JB-62SB
- Electric Bass
- Classic Series
- Body: Basswood
- Bolt-on neck: vintage caramelised Canadian maple
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- White ABS dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: D
- Scale: 864 mm (34.02")
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Nut width: 38 mm (1.49")
- White graphite nut
- 20 Medium frets
- Pickups: Roswell Roswell JBA-B AlNiCo 5 and JBA-N AlNiCo 5 single coils
- 2 Volume and 1 tone control
- 3-Ply tortoise pickguard
- Bridge: B401 CR
- Tuners: CB01-CR
- Chrome hardware
- Factory strings: D'Addarío EXL165 .045 - .105 (art. #144505#)
- Colour: Sunburst
PROS
- • Roswell pickups deliver surprisingly punchy, vintage-voiced tones, a real highlight.
- • Bolt-on maple neck offers comfortable playability with a snappy attack.
- • Laurel fingerboard provides a smooth playing surface and warm tonal character.
- • Solid basswood body contributes to a resonant and balanced overall sound.
CONS
- • Basswood body can lack the sustain of more premium tonewoods like Ash or Mahogany.
- • Graphite nut, while stable, might not offer the same 'feel' as a bone or Tusq nut.
- • Hardware, while functional, feels budget-oriented and may benefit from upgrades later.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Basswood
Neck Material
Caramelized Canadian Maple
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
Roswell JBA-B AlNiCo 5 (bridge), Roswell JBA-N AlNiCo 5 (neck)
Scale Length
864 mm (34.02")
Frets
20 Medium
Strings
D'Addarío EXL165 .045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'D' profile is a bit thinner than a typical Fender P-Bass neck, offering a slightly faster feel, but still comfortable and familiar.
Yes, they're standard single-coil sizes, so aftermarket replacements are readily available and straightforward to install.
While generally decent, fretwork can vary; a professional setup is always recommended to optimize playability, especially with a 12” radius.
