Harley Benton MV-4JB Black
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Harley Benton
MV-4JB Black
Product Info
Article Number:
570599
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
MV-4JB Black
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$251.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton MV-4JB is a seriously impressive bass for the money. It nails that classic J-Bass vibe with surprisingly good pickups and a comfortable neck. It's perfect for players wanting a vintage-inspired tone and feel without the premium price tag – a great workhorse for a wide range of styles.
Product Description
- Harley Benton MV-4JB Black
- Electric Bass
- Deluxe Series
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Caramelised Canadian sycamore maple with Roseacer skunk stripe
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Perloid block fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: D
- Matchig headstock
- Fluorescent neck markings
- Cream-coloured neck binding
- Double action truss rod with adjustment wheel
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 38 mm
- White graphite nut
- 20 Premium Medium 2.9 mm nickel silver frets
- Pickups: HBZ-Custom Wound VJB-B AlNiCo 5 (bridge) and HBZ-Custom Wound VJB-N AlNiCo 5 (centre) single coils
- 2 Volume and 1 tone control
- 3-Ply tortoise pickguard
- Sung Il WB401CR bridge with brass saddles with 19 mm string spacing
- HB die-cast 22: 1 machine heads
- Strings: Daddario EXL165 .045 - .105 (Art.#144505#)
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain
- • Caramelized maple neck offers a surprisingly smooth, fast feel for the price
- • VJB-style pickups deliver a warm, articulate vintage J-Bass tone
- • Sung Il bridge with brass saddles improves sustain and intonation stability
CONS
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the inherent warmth of a set-neck
- • Roseacer fretboard may require a bit of seasoning/oiling for optimal playability
- • Alder body, while versatile, can be a bit 'woody' for modern, aggressive tones
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Caramelised Canadian sycamore maple
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
HBZ-Custom Wound VJB-B AlNiCo 5 & VJB-N AlNiCo 5 single coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
20 Premium Medium 2.9 mm nickel silver
Strings
Daddario EXL165 .045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'D' profile is a bit thinner than a typical Fender P-Bass neck, feeling more modern and easier to navigate, especially for smaller hands.
While not identical, the HBZ pickups capture a very similar tonal character – the warmth, clarity, and articulation of a vintage J-Bass – offering excellent value.
Fretwork is generally good for the price point, but some minor imperfections are common; a professional setup is always recommended to optimize playability.
