Harley Benton MB-5LH SBK w/Bag

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Harley Benton MB-5LH SBK w/Bag

Harley Benton

MB-5LH SBK w/Bag

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Product Info

Article Number: 540388
Model: MB-5LH SBK w/Bag
Price: $192.50

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This lefty MB-5LH is a fantastic entry point to 5-string bass playing. The coil-split humbucker gives you a surprising amount of tonal range, and the gig bag is a huge bonus. It's a great option for beginners or anyone needing a reliable, budget-friendly bass for practice or gigging.

Product Description

Harley Benton MB-5LH SBK w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton MB-5LH SBK

  • *5-String Electric Bass*
  • Lefthand / left-handed model
  • Poplar body
  • 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: Humbucker with coil split
  • 2 Volume and 1 tone control
  • Double-action truss rod
  • Die-cast bridge
  • Vintage-style tuners
  • Black hardware
  • Factory strings: .045 - .130
  • Colour: Matte Black
  • Thomann E-Bass Gigbag Deluxe
  • *Deluxe Gig Bag Electric Bass*
  • 20 mm padding (expanded polyethylene)
  • Highly durable industrial grade material for maximum protection and sturdiness
  • 5 cm wide padded carrying straps
  • Backpack straps
  • 3 External pockets
  • Inner dimensions (L x W x D): approx. 125 x 38 x 8 cm
PROS
  • • Solid poplar body provides a surprisingly resonant and warm low-end.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck offers a snappy, responsive feel and quick action.
  • • Humbucker with coil split unlocks versatility; cleans to growl in seconds.
  • • Deluxe gig bag is genuinely well-padded and robust for protection.
CONS
  • • Roseacer fingerboard might feel a little rough compared to ebony or maple.
  • • Bolt-on construction lacks the sustain of a neck-through design.
  • • Factory strings are basic; an immediate upgrade is highly recommended.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Roseacer
Pickups Humbucker with coil split
Scale Length 864 mm
Frets 21
Strings .045 - .130
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The coil-split essentially turns the humbucker into a single-coil, providing a brighter, more articulate tone suitable for funk or clean basslines – a nice contrast to the thicker humbucker sound.
The 'D' profile is a fairly standard shape – not too thick, not too thin – and should be comfortable for most players, but individual preference always plays a role.
While not on par with premium-priced instruments, the build quality is surprisingly good for the price point; expect minor cosmetic imperfections, but generally solid construction.

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