Harley Benton MV-5PJ Black

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Harley Benton MV-5PJ Black

Harley Benton

MV-5PJ Black

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 570725
Model: MV-5PJ Black
Price: $273.90

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This Harley Benton MV-5PJ is a seriously impressive offering for the price. It nails that classic P-bass tone and feel, with a comfortable neck and surprisingly good pickups. It's a fantastic option for players looking for a versatile 5-string without spending a fortune – perfect for rock, funk, and anything needing a solid low-end foundation.

Product Description

  • Harley Benton MV-5PJ Black
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Deluxe Series
  • Body: Alder
  • Bolt-on neck: Caramelised Canadian maple 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: 43 mm (1.49")
  • White graphite nut
  • Truss rod: double action adjustment wheel
  • Matching headstock
  • Neck profile: Soft D
  • Neck binding: Cream
  • Frets: 20 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-N Alnico 5 single coil (middle)
  • 2 Volume and 1 tone control
  • 3-Ply tortoise pickguard
  • Bridge: Sung Il WB401CR with brass saddles and 20 mm string spacing
  • HB die-cast machine heads
  • 22: 1 Gear ratio
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strings D'Addario EXL165 .045 - .135 (Art. #242048#)
  • Colour: Black
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain.
  • • HBZ custom pickups deliver a surprisingly articulate and punchy vintage P-bass vibe.
  • • Caramelized maple neck offers a comfortable, fast feel with a smooth, oiled finish.
  • • Sung Il bridge with brass saddles enhances clarity and sustain, improving note definition.
CONS
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the inherent warmth of a set neck.
  • • Roseacer skunk stripe may feel visually jarring to some players.
  • • Graphite nut, while stable, might require occasional lubrication for optimal performance.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Caramelised Canadian maple
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups HBZ-custom Wound VJB-B & VPB-N Alnico 5 single coils
Scale Length 864 mm (34.02 in)
Frets 20 Premium Nickel Silver 2.9 mm medium
Strings N/A (typically ships with standard 5-string bass strings)
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - typical for an alder body 5-string

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Frequently Asked Questions

The fretwork is generally good for the price point, but might benefit from a professional leveling/crowning if you're a stickler for absolute perfection.
Yes, the pickups are standard single-coil size and easily replaceable, opening up a lot of tonal customization options.
It's a genuine soft D – relatively flat with a comfortable rounded profile, definitely on the slimmer side, making it accessible for a wide range of players.

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