Harley Benton MM-85A SB Deluxe Series w/Bag

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Harley Benton MM-85A SB Deluxe Series w/Bag

Harley Benton

MM-85A SB Deluxe Series w/Bag

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 541451
Model: MM-85A SB Deluxe Series w/Bag
Price: $239.80

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This Harley Benton MM-85A is a serious contender for bassists on a budget. The combination of the Roswell pickups, active preamp, and comfortable neck profile delivers a surprisingly versatile and powerful sound – great for modern rock, funk, or even heavier genres. It's an excellent value proposition for players starting out or looking for a reliable workhorse.

Product Description

Harley Benton MM-85A SB Deluxe Series w/Bag

*Bundle offer comprising*, 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)
  • Thomann E-Bass Gigbag BK
  • *Nylon Gig Bag for Electric Bass*
  • Made of high quality materials
  • 20 mm foam padding
  • Inner dimensions (L x W x D): approx. 118 x 35 x 8 cm
  • Floor protection on the bottom
  • Backpack straps
  • With external pocket for accessories and large sheet music pouch
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Flamed maple top adds visual appeal and slight resonance.
  • • Roswell pickups offer surprisingly good clarity and growl.
  • • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy, responsive feel.
  • • Well-executed coil-splitting expands tonal versatility significantly.
CONS
  • • Poplar body can feel a bit 'soft' and prone to dents.
  • • Active preamp introduces a potential point of failure and battery dependency.
  • • Bolt-on neck, while responsive, lacks the sustain of a set-neck.

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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 inches)
Frets 24
Strings D'Addario EXL .045 - .130
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - typical for a 5-string bass

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Frequently Asked Questions

The active preamp boosts the signal, adding more low-end and overall volume. It allows for more aggressive settings and a more defined sound, but it also requires a battery.
The 'D' profile is generally considered a comfortable, versatile shape. While it's not as thick as a 'C' shape, it provides a good grip and shouldn't pose a problem for most hand sizes.
It captures a similar sonic character, especially with the humbucker pickups, but lacks the refined build quality and nuances of a premium instrument. Think of it as a great-sounding imitation rather than a perfect replica.

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