Harley Benton JB-75-5MN NA Vintage Series
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Harley Benton
JB-75-5MN NA Vintage Series
Product Info
Article Number:
559126
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
JB-75-5MN NA Vintage Series
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton JB-75-5MN is a seriously impressive offering for the price. The vintage-inspired tones and comfortable neck make it a great choice for players seeking a classic J-Bass vibe without the premium price tag. It's ideal for gigging musicians or beginners wanting a versatile and reliable 5-string.
Product Description
- Harley Benton JB-75-5MN NA Vintage Series
- 5 String Electric Bass
- Vintage Series
- Body: American ash
- Bolt-on neck: Canadian Hard Rock maple with roseacer Skunk Stripe
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Fingerboard inlays: Black ABS blocks
- Neck profile: D
- Black neck binding
- Double action truss rod
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm
- Scale: 864 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- White graphite nut
- 20 medium nickel silver frets
- width 2.9 mm
- Pickups: 2 Roswell JBA Alnico 5 single coils (neck and bridge)
- 2 x Volume and 1 x tone control
- Single-ply black pickguard
- Sung Il WB501CR bridge with brass saddles
- HB CB01-CR machine heads
- Strings: DAddario EXL165-5 .045 - .135 (Art.#242048#)
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Natural
- high-gloss
PROS
- • American ash body delivers a resonant, punchy low-end response.
- • Roswell JBA Alnico 5 pickups offer surprisingly articulate, vintage-voiced tones.
- • Canadian maple neck with rosewood stripe provides comfortable playability and stability.
- • Sung Il WB501CR bridge with brass saddles enhances sustain and intonation.
CONS
- • Bolt-on neck construction can lack the sustain of a neck-through design.
- • High-gloss finish may be prone to fingerprints and requires careful maintenance.
- • 5-string scale length demands a slightly larger hand and wider fretboard reach.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
American Ash
Neck Material
Canadian Hard Rock Maple
Fingerboard
Maple with Rosewood Skunk Stripe
Pickups
Roswell JBA Alnico 5 Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34 inches)
Frets
20 Medium Nickel Silver
Strings
D'Addario EXL165-5 .045 - .135
Weight
4.3 kg (9.5 lbs) - Estimated
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'D' profile is noticeably flatter and thicker than a typical 'C', offering a vintage feel that some find more comfortable for longer playing sessions, though it may take some getting used to.
While not a direct clone, the Roswell JBA Alnico 5s capture a similar tonal character – a clear, articulate tone with a good amount of growl – offering excellent value for the money.
Harley Benton's bolt-on necks are generally well-constructed, but periodic truss rod adjustments are still recommended, especially with changes in humidity, to maintain optimal playability.
