Harley Benton MM-85A SB Deluxe Series
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Harley Benton
MM-85A SB Deluxe Series
Product Info
Article Number:
361465
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
MM-85A SB Deluxe Series
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$218.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton is a seriously impressive value. The 5-string setup and Roswell pickups give it a modern, meaty tone perfect for rock, metal, and funk. It's an ideal choice for gigging musicians or anyone wanting a versatile 5-string without spending a fortune.
Product Description
- Harley Benton MM-85A SB Deluxe Series
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Deluxe Series
- Poplar body
- Flamed maple top
- Canadian maple neck
- Bolt-on neck attachment
- "D" neck profile
- Maple fretboard
- Fretboard radius: 350 mm
- 24 Frets
- Scale: 864 mm
- Nut width: 45 mm
- Double action truss rod
- 2 Roswell MFR5 MM Big Pole MM-Style humbucker pickups with coil split and active preamp
- Volume
- bass and treble controls
- 5-Way toggle switch
- DLX chrome hardware
- DLX vintage style machine heads
- DLX diecast bridge
- Total length: 122 cm
- D'Addario EXL strings
- .045 - .130
- Colour: 3-Tone Sunburst High-gloss
- Suitable gig bag available under Article Nr #142778# (not included)
PROS
- • Roswell pickups deliver surprisingly punchy, modern low-end growl
- • Flamed maple top adds visual appeal and slight resonance
- • Bolt-on neck provides snappy attack and easy adjustability
- • Deluxe hardware elevates the overall feel and tuning stability
CONS
- • Poplar body can feel a bit 'soft' and prone to dents
- • Active preamp adds complexity; may not suit purists
- • Coil split functionality is somewhat limited in tonal range
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar with Flamed Maple Top
Neck Material
Canadian Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
Roswell MFR5 MM-Style Humbuckers with Active Preamp
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
24
Strings
D'Addario EXL .045 - .130
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp boosts the signal and adds a subtle EQ shaping capability, generally resulting in a more pronounced low-end and increased output.
Not at all; it provides a quicker response and brighter tone compared to a set neck, and is easily adjustable for action.
The flamed maple top adds a touch of brightness and sustain, but the poplar body still dominates the overall tonal character – it’s mostly about the aesthetics.
