Harley Benton MV-4MSB Shell Pink w/Case
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Harley Benton
MV-4MSB Shell Pink w/Case
Product Info
Article Number:
597654
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
MV-4MSB Shell Pink w/Case
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$302.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton is a surprisingly capable bass for the money. The caramelized maple neck is a real treat, and those custom pickups offer a sweet, vintage-inspired tone with plenty of growl. It's a fantastic option for gigging musicians or beginners who want a quality instrument without the premium price tag.
Product Description
Harley Benton MV-4MSB Shell Pink w/Case
*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton MV-4MSB Shell Pink
- *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
- Frets: 19 Premium Nickel Silver 2.9 mm medium
- 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 parchment pickguard
- Bridge: Sung Il WB401CR with brass saddles
- 19 mm String spacing
- HB die-cast machine heads
- 22: 1 Gear ratio
- Chrome hardware
- Original strings: D'Addario EXL170S .045 - .100 (Art. #205074#)
- Colour: Shell pink
- 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 balanced, resonant tone with good sustain
- • Caramelized maple neck offers a smooth, fast feel and enhanced stability
- • Custom VJB/VPB Alnico 5 pickups deliver a surprisingly articulate and punchy sound
- • Sung Il bridge with brass saddles contributes to a warmer, more vintage tone
CONS
- • Bolt-on neck construction limits high-end sustain compared to neck-through designs
- • Shell Pink finish may not appeal to all players, potentially impacting resale value
- • Budget-friendly hardware, while functional, might feel less refined than higher-end alternatives
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 in)
Frets
19 Premium Nickel Silver 2.9 mm Medium
Strings
Not Specified (likely standard 4-string bass strings)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - estimated based on similar models
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Frequently Asked Questions
The fretwork is generally good for the price point; expect minor imperfections that may require a professional setup for optimal playability.
The caramelization process does subtly improve the neck's feel – it's smoother and slightly faster, though the effect is most noticeable to experienced players.
The single-coil pickups retain clarity even with moderate gain, but pushing them too hard can introduce some hum – a common characteristic of single-coils.
