Harley Benton MB-5 SBK Deluxe Series Set 1

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Harley Benton MB-5 SBK Deluxe Series Set 1

Harley Benton

MB-5 SBK Deluxe Series Set 1

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 519753
Model: MB-5 SBK Deluxe Series Set 1
Price: $272.80

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This Harley Benton bundle is a seriously impressive value proposition for beginners or players on a budget. The D-profile neck is comfortable, and the coil-split humbucker gives you a surprising amount of tonal flexibility. It's a solid platform to build upon, and the included amp is a functional starting point – perfect for bedroom practice or small gigs.

Product Description

Harley Benton MB-5 SBK Deluxe Series Set 1

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton MB-5 SBK Deluxe Series

  • *5 String Electric Bass*
  • Body: Poplar
  • Bolt-on maple neck
  • Roseacer fingerboard
  • Matching headstock
  • Neck profile: D
  • Scale: 864 mm
  • Fretboard radius: 350 mm
  • Nut width: 45 mm
  • 21 Frets
  • Pickup: 1 humbucker with coil split
  • 2 x Volume and 1 x tone controls
  • Double action truss rod
  • Vintage-style machine heads
  • Black hardware
  • String spacing: 19 mm
  • Factory strings: .045 - .130
  • Colour: Satin Black
  • Harley Benton HB-20B
  • *Combo Amplifier for Electric Bass*
  • Power: 20W
  • Equipped with: 8" Custom Voiced Speaker
  • TEC Circuit (Tube Emulating Circuit)
  • Gain control
  • Integrated compressor with LED display
  • 3-Band EQ with parametric mids
  • Volume control
  • Headphone outputs
  • Aux input to play CD or MP3 playback tracks
  • Energy saving Standby function
  • Voltage: 230 V
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 380 x 340 x 175 mm
  • Weight. 7.5 kg
  • Thomann E-Bass Gigbag Eco
  • *Gig Bag for Electric Bass*
  • Standard model
  • Inner dimensions (L x W x D): approx. 118 x 36 x 8 cm
  • Large accessory pocket for sheet music
  • strings
  • etc.
  • Harley Benton HBN BK
  • *Strap for Electric Guitar or Electric Bass*
  • Material: Nylon
  • 2-Ply
  • With leather ends
  • Width: 50 mm
  • Length adjustable up to 145 cm
  • Design: Harley Benton logo
  • Colour: Black
  • the sssnake IPP1060
  • *Instrument Cable*
  • Both sides: 6.3 mm mono jack
  • Length: 6 m
  • 0.22 mm² / AWG 24
  • Outer diameter: 6.0 mm
  • Very good quality
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Poplar body offers a balanced, resonant tone with surprising sustain.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck provides a snappy, responsive feel ideal for quicker playing.
  • • Humbucker with coil split offers versatile tonal options, from growl to clarity.
  • • HB-20B amp delivers decent power and a usable TEC circuit for basic tone shaping.
CONS
  • • Roseacer fingerboard may feel slightly less refined than ebony or maple.
  • • Hardware, while functional, is basic and might benefit from an upgrade later.
  • • 8-inch speaker limits the amp's low-end extension and overall headroom.

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Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Roseacer
Pickups 1 Humbucker with Coil Split
Scale Length 864 mm
Frets 21
Strings .045 - .130 gauge nickel-plated steel
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - estimated based on similar models

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Frequently Asked Questions

The coil-split provides a brighter, thinner tone, but lacks the same low-end punch of a true single-coil – it's more of a 'vintage' approximation.
It's adequate for quiet practice or low-volume rehearsals, but won't cut through a loud band – consider a more powerful amp for serious playing.
It's a standard double-action rod, offering a reasonable range for adjusting neck relief – expect around 5-7mm of adjustment, typical for this scale length.

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