Harley Benton MV-4P Burgundy Mist

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Harley Benton MV-4P Burgundy Mist

Harley Benton

MV-4P Burgundy Mist

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 570854
Model: MV-4P Burgundy Mist
Price: $251.90

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This MV-4P is a serious contender for players seeking a vintage P-bass vibe without the premium price tag. The neck profile is surprisingly comfortable, and the pickups offer a surprisingly articulate and punchy tone – perfect for classic rock, blues, or Motown. It's a fantastic entry point for beginners or a reliable workhorse for seasoned players.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton MV-4P Burgundy Mist
  • 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
  • Pickup: HBZ-custom wound VPB Alnico 5 single coils
  • Controls: Volume and tone
  • 3-Ply tortoise pickguard
  • Bridge: Sung Il WB401CR with brass saddles
  • 19 mm String spacing
  • HB die-cast machine heads
  • 22: 1 Gear ratio
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strings: D'Addario EXL165 .045 - .105 (Art.#144505#)
  • Colour: Burgundy Mist
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a warm, resonant foundation for the tone.
  • • Caramelized Canadian sycamore neck offers surprisingly smooth playability.
  • • HBZ custom pickups deliver a punchy, vintage-inspired single-coil growl.
  • • Sung Il bridge with brass saddles enhances sustain and adds a touch of clarity.
CONS
  • • Burgundy Mist finish might be polarizing; subjective aesthetic appeal.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the sustain of a set neck.
  • • Graphite nut, while consistent, may require occasional lubrication for optimal performance.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Caramelised Canadian sycamore
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups HBZ custom wound VPB Alnico 5 single coils
Scale Length 864 mm (34.02 in)
Frets 20 Premium medium 2.9 mm nickel-silver
Strings D’Addario EXL165 .045 - .105
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - typical for an alder body bass

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Frequently Asked Questions

The HBZ pickups have a slightly more aggressive edge and a tighter low-end, offering a more modern punch while retaining that classic P-bass character.
The caramelization process alters the wood’s density, generally resulting in a slightly warmer tone and a smoother feel under the hand, though the difference is subtle.
The MV-4P series generally has a good reputation for build quality; fretwork is usually decent straight out of the box, and hardware is solid for the price point.

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