Harley Benton MB22-Set 3

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Harley Benton MB22-Set 3

Harley Benton

MB22-Set 3

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 186664
Model: MB22-Set 3
Price: $324.50

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This MB22-Set 3 is a surprisingly good deal for aspiring jazz or vintage-loving bassists. The growling pickups and solid alder body deliver a classic tone, and the included amp is a decent starting point for practice and small gigs. It's a fantastic entry point into the world of quality basses without a premium price tag.

Product Description

Harley Benton MB22-Set 3

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton HB-80B Celestion

  • *Combo Amplifier for Electric Bass*
  • Power: 80 W (4 Ohm)
  • Equipped with: 12" Celestion TF1215 speaker (8 Ohm) with horn
  • TEC circuit - Tube Emulating Circuit
  • Gain control
  • Built-in compressor with LED display
  • Boost function
  • 3-Band EQ with parametric mids/trebles
  • Volume control
  • Horn on/off switch
  • Headphone output
  • Aux input for playing along with CD or MP3 playback tracks
  • Balanced DI output
  • Effect loop
  • Output for external speaker - min. 8 Ohm
  • Energy-saving standby function
  • Voltage: 230 V
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 510 x 510 x 354 mm
  • Weight: 21 kg
  • Harley Benton JB-20 SB Standard Series

*Electric Bass*

The MB22 is a jazz-style bass that offers all the typical features of the classics. A growling bass from the neck's single coil mixes wonderfully with the mids of the bridge pickup and there's also no shortage of treble in the mix.

  • Body: Poplar
  • Neck: Maple
  • Neck attachment: Bolt-on
  • Fretboard: Amaranth
  • Fretboard inlays: Dot
  • Neck shape: Modern C
  • 20 Frets
  • Scale: 864 mm
  • Nut width: 38 mm
  • Double action truss rod
  • Pickup system: 2 JB-Style single coils
  • Controls: 2 Volume
  • 1 Tone
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Machine heads: Classic JB-style
  • Strings: .045 - .105
  • Colour: 3-Tone Sunburst High-gloss
  • 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.
  • Thomann Nylonstrap

*Guitar Nylon Strap*, Adjustable length of about 80 to 139 cm, Width: 5 cm, Reinforced leather ends, Colour: Black, the sssnake IPP1030

*Instrument Cable*, Both sides: 6.3 mm mono jack, 0.22 mm² / AWG 24, Outer diameter: 6.0 mm, Length: 3 m, Colour: Black

PROS
  • • Solid Alder body delivers a warm, resonant, and punchy low-end.
  • • JB-20 pickups offer a surprisingly articulate and vintage-inspired growl.
  • • HB-80B amp provides a decent 80W with Celestion speaker for stage volume.
  • • Comprehensive feature set – DI, effects loop, compressor – adds real value.
CONS
  • • Alder body can feel a little plain aesthetically for some players.
  • • Amplifier's TEC circuit is a gimmick; doesn't convincingly emulate tubes.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; excels in jazz/vintage tones, struggles with modern genres.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups Harley Benton JB-20 Single-Coil
Scale Length 34 in
Frets 24, Medium-Jumbo
Strings Nickel-plated Steel
Weight Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's more of a subtle warmth adjustment than a true tube emulation. Don't expect a massive tube-like saturation; it's a mild enhancement.
The neck is a standard 'C' shape, fairly comfortable, but it's not exceptionally wide, so very large hands might find it a bit snug.
Absolutely. The standard spacing allows for easy pickup swaps, opening up a wide range of tonal possibilities.

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