Harley Benton MV-4JB Seafoam Green

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Harley Benton MV-4JB Seafoam Green

Harley Benton

MV-4JB Seafoam Green

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 570560
Model: MV-4JB Seafoam Green
Price: $251.90

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This Harley Benton MV-4JB is a seriously impressive value. The Seafoam Green finish is a real head-turner, and the overall build quality is surprisingly good for the price. It's a fantastic option for players seeking a classic J-Bass tone and feel without the premium price tag – perfect for gigging musicians or those just starting out.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton MV-4JB Seafoam Green
  • Electric Bass
  • Deluxe Series
  • Body: Alder
  • Bolt-on neck: Caramelised Canadian sycamore with roseacer skunk stripe
  • Fingerboard: Laurel
  • Perloid block fingerboard inlays and fluorescent side markings
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Scale: 864 mm (34.02")
  • Nut width: 38 mm (1.49")
  • White graphite nut
  • Neck profile: Soft D
  • Truss rod: double action adjustment wheel
  • Matching headstock
  • Neck binding: Cream
  • 20 Premium Medium 2.9 mm nickel-silver frets
  • Pickups: 1 HBZ-Custom Wound AJB-B Alnico 5 Single Coil (bridge) and 1 HBZ-Custom Wound AJB-N Alnico 5 Single Coil (middle)
  • 2 Volume controls
  • 1 Tone control
  • Pickguard: 3-Ply Parchement
  • Bridge: Sung Il WB401CR with brass saddles
  • 19 mm String Spacing
  • Chrome hardware
  • Machine heads: HB die-cast 22:1
  • Strings: DAddario EXL165 .045 - .105 (Art.#144505#)
  • Colour: Seafoam Green
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a balanced, articulate tone with good sustain.
  • • Caramelized Canadian sycamore neck offers a surprisingly smooth and fast playing experience.
  • • Custom-wound Alnico 5 pickups deliver a punchy, vintage-inspired J-Bass tone.
  • • Sung Il WB401CR bridge with brass saddles enhances sustain and tuning stability.
CONS
  • • Graphite nuts, while stable, might require initial lubrication for optimal feel.
  • • Parchement pickguard is prone to scratching and may feel a bit cheap.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction limits the potential for a truly resonant, integrated tone.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Caramelised Canadian Sycamore with Roseacer Skunk Stripe
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups HBZ-Custom Wound Alnico 5 Single Coils (bridge & middle)
Scale Length 864 mm (34.02 in)
Frets 20 Premium Medium 2.9 mm Nickel-Silver
Strings Nickel-Silver (likely .045-.105 gauge)
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) – typical for an alder body bass

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Soft D is generally a bit fuller and more rounded than a standard Fender 'C', offering a more substantial feel in the hand.
While generally good, fret ends can sometimes be a little sharp; a quick dressing will likely improve the playing experience for most players.
It captures a similar growl and punch, though lacks the extreme clarity and airiness of a truly vintage instrument due to the different pickup design and construction methods.

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