Harley Benton MA-5 Miniamp Set 1

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Harley Benton MA-5 Miniamp Set 1

Harley Benton

MA-5 Miniamp Set 1

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 568234
Model: MA-5 Miniamp Set 1
Price: $130.90

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This little Harley Benton is a fantastic entry point for beginners or players wanting a short-scale guitar. It's surprisingly well-built for the price, offering a bright and lively tone perfect for indie, pop, and lighter rock styles. The mini size makes it very comfortable, especially for younger players or those preferring a more compact instrument.

Product Description

Harley Benton MA-5 Miniamp Set 1

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton ST-20 BK Standard Series

  • *Electric Guitar*
  • Body: Poplar
  • Neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Roseacer
  • Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • Fretboard radius: 305 mm
  • 22 Frets
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Double action truss rod
  • Pickups: 3 ST-style single-coils
  • Controls: 1 Volume
  • 2 Tone
  • 5-Way switch
  • Chrome hardware
  • Synchronised tremolo
  • Enclosed machine heads
  • Factory strings: .009 - .042
  • Colour: Black
  • high-gloss
  • Suitable cases: Art. #122213#
  • Art. #136377# (both not included)
  • Harley Benton E-Guitar Accessory Pack

*Accessory Pack for Electric Guitars*, Consists of gig bag, clip tuner, strap, cable and picks

*Gig Bag for Electric Guitar*, Standard version, Interior dimensions (L x W x D): 105 x 35 x 8 mm, Patch pocket for accessories

  • *Chromatic Clip Tuner*
  • Easy-to-read LC display
  • 360° Rotatable
  • Tuning range: A0 (27.50 Hz) - C8 (4186 Hz)
  • Calibration: A4 = 440Hz
  • Accuracy: ± 1 cent
  • Power supply CR2032 lithium battery (included in the scope of delivery)

*Guitar Strap*, Material: Nylon, Length adjustable up to 150 cm, With leather ends, Colour: Black

*Instrument Jack Cable*, Length: 3 m, Colour: Black

*Plectrum Mix*, Material: Nylon, 12 Pieces in mixed thicknesses and colours, Harley Benton MA-5 Miniamp

  • *Mini Guitar Combo*
  • Power: 5 W peak
  • Equipment: 3" loudspeaker
  • Clean and distortion mode
  • Volume and tone controls
  • Jack input
  • 6.3 mm output for headphones or line-out
  • With clip for attaching to belt or guitar strap
  • Power supply via 9 V battery (not included - art. 417473) or 9 V DC mains adapter (not included - Article no. #409939#)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 125 x 70 x 130 mm
  • Weight: 0.4 kg
PROS
  • • Poplar body offers a surprisingly resonant and balanced tonal foundation.
  • • Modern 'C' neck profile provides comfortable playability for various hand sizes.
  • • ST-style single-coils deliver a bright, jangly tone suitable for many genres.
  • • Included accessory pack adds immediate value and essential gig-ready items.
CONS
  • • Synchronized tremolo may exhibit tuning instability without careful setup.
  • • Roseacer fingerboard can be prone to dryness, requiring occasional maintenance.
  • • Mini scale limits low-end response, less suitable for heavy rock/metal.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Roseacer
Pickups 3 x ST-style Single-Coil
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 22
Bridge Synchronized Tremolo
Weight Approximately 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The shorter scale makes string bending easier and reduces overall tension, which is great for beginners or those with smaller hands, but alters the note spacing.
The included tremolo is a budget-friendly unit; expect some tuning instability, especially with aggressive use. A professional setup and potentially an upgrade to a better tremolo block can improve stability.
While versatile, the mini scale and single-coil pickups limit its low-end grunt. It’s best suited for cleaner, brighter sounds and lighter genres – heavier styles will feel constrained.

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