Harley Benton MV-4MSB Black w/Bag
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Harley Benton
MV-4MSB Black w/Bag
Product Info
Article Number:
597113
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
MV-4MSB Black w/Bag
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$302.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton MV-4MSB is a seriously impressive value. The build quality is surprisingly good, and the pickups give you a versatile range of tones from mellow vintage to more modern punch. It’s a great option for gigging musicians or students wanting a quality instrument without the premium price tag.
Product Description
Harley Benton MV-4MSB Black w/Bag
*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 LightCase-El-Bass
- *Case for Electric Bass*
- Light case in gig bag style
- Suitable for standard electric basses incl. P- and J- models
- High-density foam construction provides both the firm protection of a hardshell case and the lightweight
- transport-friendly backpack characteristics of a gig bag
- Durable
- weatherproof nylon exterior with removable padded shoulder strap and ergonomic handle
- Velvet interior with neck holder and 2 accessory compartments
- *Internal dimensions: *
- Total length: 1195 mm (47.05")
- Lower body width: 352 mm (13.86")
- Middle body width: 341 mm (13.43")
- Upper body width: 341 mm (13.43")
- Body length: 535 mm (21.06")
- Body height: 55 mm (2.17")
PROS
- • Alder body provides a warm, resonant foundation for a balanced tone.
- • Caramelized maple neck offers a surprisingly smooth playing experience and sustain.
- • Custom-wound VJB-B Alnico 5 pickups deliver a surprisingly articulate and punchy sound.
- • Sung Il WB401CR bridge with brass saddles enhances note clarity and sustain.
CONS
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the inherent warmth of a set-neck.
- • Graphite nuts can sometimes feel slightly less 'organic' than traditional bone/ebony.
- • 305mm radius might feel a bit steep for players accustomed to flatter fingerboards.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Caramelized Canadian Hard Rock Maple
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
HBZ- custom wound VJB-B & VPB Alnico 5 Single Coils
Scale Length
762 mm (30")
Frets
19 Premium Nickel Silver 2.9 mm Medium
Strings
D (Factory Strings)
Weight
4.2 kg (approx. 9.3 lbs) - typical for an alder body bass
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Soft D' profile is generally a bit thinner and more rounded than a standard Fender P-Bass neck, but still comfortable and familiar.
Absolutely. The standard spacing and wiring make swapping pickups straightforward, opening up a lot of tonal customization options.
The factory fretwork is generally good for the price point; however, some minor fret-ending smoothing might be desirable for absolute playing comfort – a common occurrence at this level.
