Harley Benton MV-4MSB Black Set

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Harley Benton MV-4MSB Black Set

Harley Benton

MV-4MSB Black Set

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 597115
Model: MV-4MSB Black Set
Price: $367.40

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This Harley Benton MV-4MSB is a seriously impressive bass for the money. The combination of alder and that caramelized maple neck gives it a really nice, balanced tone with a comfortable feel. It's perfect for players wanting a vintage-inspired sound and feel without the premium price tag – think classic rock, blues, and even some funk.

Product Description

Harley Benton MV-4MSB Black Set

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton MV-4MSB Black

  • *Electric Bass*
  • Deluxe Series
  • Body: Alder
  • Bolt-on neck: caramelised Canadian hard rock maple with Roseacer skunk stripe
  • Fingerboard: Laurel
  • Perloid Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Scale: 762 mm (30")
  • Nut width: 38 mm (1.49")
  • White graphite nut
  • Neck profile: Soft D
  • Matching headstock
  • 19 Premium Nickel Silver 2
  • 9 mm medium frets
  • Pickups: 1 HBZ- custom wound VJB-B Alnico 5 single coil (bridge) and 1 HBZ- custom wound VPB Alnico 5 single coil (neck)
  • Controls: Volume and tone
  • 3-Way toggle switch
  • 3-Ply tortoise pickguard
  • Bridge: Sung Il WB401CR with brass saddles
  • String spacing: 19 mm
  • Chrome hardware
  • HB die-cast machine heads
  • Gear ratio: 22:1
  • Factory strings: D'Addario EXL170S .045 - .100 (Art. #205074#)
  • Colour: Black
  • Harley Benton HB-20B
  • *Combo Amplifier for Electric Bass*
  • Power: 20W
  • Equipped with: 8" Custom Voiced Speaker
  • TEC Circuit (Tube Emulating Circuit)
  • Gain control
  • Integrated compressor with LED display
  • 3-Band EQ with parametric mids
  • Volume control
  • Headphone outputs
  • Aux input to play CD or MP3 playback tracks
  • Energy saving Standby function
  • Voltage: 230 V
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 380 x 340 x 175 mm
  • Weight. 7.5 kg
  • Harley Benton E-Bass Guitar Accessory Pack

*Electric Bass Accessory Pack*, Consists of gig bag, guitar strap, clip tuner and instrument jack cable

*Gig bag for electric bass*, Standard version, Interior dimensions (L x W x D): 118 x 36 x 8 mm, Large accessory bag for sheet music, strings etc., Colour: Black

  • *Clip tuner for guitar and bass: *
  • Chromatic
  • Tuning via vibration sensor
  • Large
  • illuminated display
  • Colour change to indicate the correct tuning
  • Can be rotated 360 degrees
  • Includes battery (CR2032)
  • *Strap for guitar or bass: *
  • Material: Nylon
  • 2-ply
  • With leather ends
  • Width: 50 mm
  • Adjustable up to 150 cm
  • Design: Harley Benton logo
  • Colour: Black

*Instrument cable:*, Length: 3 m, 6.3 mm jack < - > 6.3 mm jack, 0.22 mm² / AWG 24, Outer diameter: 6.0 mm, Colour: Black

PROS
  • • Alder body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain.
  • • Caramelized maple neck provides a smooth, fast feel and enhanced clarity.
  • • Custom VJB/VPB Alnico 5 pickups offer a surprisingly articulate and punchy voice.
  • • Sung Il WB401CR bridge with brass saddles adds warmth and vintage character.
CONS
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the resonance of a set-neck design.
  • • 30.5” radius fingerboard may feel a bit flat for players accustomed to more rounded profiles.
  • • While well-built, hardware might not match the quality of premium, high-end instruments.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Caramelized Canadian Hard Rock Maple with Roseacer Skunk Stripe
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups HBZ- Custom Wound VJB-B Alnico 5 (Bridge), HBZ- Custom Wound VPB Alnico 5 (Neck)
Scale Length 762 mm (30")
Frets 19 Premium Nickel Silver 2.9 mm Medium
Strings D'Addario (Factory Strings)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) – estimated based on similar models

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Frequently Asked Questions

It aims for a similar vibe, offering a warm low end and clear upper mids, but lacks the ultimate refinement of a Fender – it’s a great approximation at a more affordable price.
The caramelization process subtly alters the wood's density, resulting in a slightly brighter and more resonant tone, and it does improve the feel under your fingers.
Absolutely! The standard pickup mounting is very common, so swapping them out for other brands is straightforward and a common upgrade path.

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