Harley Benton MV-5PJ Black
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Harley Benton
MV-5PJ Black
Product Info
Article Number:
570725
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
MV-5PJ Black
Category:
5-String P-Basses
Price:
$273.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
Product Video
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.
