Harley Benton MV-5JB Black Set

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Harley Benton MV-5JB Black Set

Harley Benton

MV-5JB Black Set

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Product Info

Article Number: 596985
Model: MV-5JB Black Set
Price: $389.40

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The MV-5JB is a seriously impressive bass for the price. It nails that vintage single-coil vibe, with a comfortable neck and solid construction. This is perfect for players wanting a versatile 5-string with a distinct, growly character without a premium-priced investment.

Product Description

Harley Benton MV-5JB Black Set

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton MV-5JB Black

  • *5-String Electric Bass*
  • Deluxe Series
  • Body: Alder
  • Bolt-on neck: caramelised Canadian sycamore maple with roseacer skunkstripe
  • Fingerboard: Laurel
  • Perloid block fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: D
  • Matching headstock
  • Fluorescent neck markings
  • Cream-coloured neck binding
  • Double action truss rod with adjustment wheel
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Scale: 864 mm (34")
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • White graphite nut
  • 20 Premium medium 2.9 mm nickel-silver frets
  • Pickups: HBZ-Custom Wound VJB-B AlNiCo 5 (bridge) and HBZ-Custom Wound VJB-N AlNiCo 5 (middle) single coils
  • 2 Volume and 1 tone control
  • 3-Ply tortoise pickguard
  • Sung Il WB401CR bridge with brass saddles with 18 mm string spacing
  • HB die-cast machine heads with 22: 1 gear ratio
  • Factory strings: D'Addario EXL165 .045 - .105 (Art. #144505#)
  • Chrome hardware
  • 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 high-end response
  • • Custom-wound VJB pickups offer a surprisingly articulate and vintage-inspired growl
  • • Sung Il bridge with brass saddles improves tuning stability and enhances note definition
CONS
  • • Bolt-on neck construction may lack the sustain of a neck-through design
  • • Roseacer skunkstripe can be a polarizing aesthetic choice for some players
  • • Alder body might feel slightly less robust than mahogany or other heavier woods

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Caramelized Canadian Sycamore Maple
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups HBZ-Custom Wound VJB-B AlNiCo 5 (bridge) & HBZ-Custom Wound VJB-N AlNiCo 5 (middle) single coils
Scale Length 864 mm (34 in)
Frets 20 Premium Medium Nickel-Silver (2.9 mm)
Strings Not specified, likely standard 5-string set
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) – based on similar Harley Benton 5-string models

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 'D' profile is a bit flatter and wider than a typical 'C', offering a more substantial feel – good for players with larger hands or who prefer a more secure grip.
They capture a similar sonic character – the clarity and articulation – but with a slightly more modern edge and a bit more output. It’s a fantastic approximation without the vintage price tag.
The 12 in radius is a bit more rounded, offering a classic feel. Players accustomed to a flatter radius will likely find it easy to adapt to, and it can even enhance playability for bends.

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