Harley Benton MV-5PJ Daphne Blue w/Case
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Harley Benton
MV-5PJ Daphne Blue w/Case
Product Info
Article Number:
597064
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
MV-5PJ Daphne Blue w/Case
Category:
5-String P-Basses
Price:
$324.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton MV-5PJ is a seriously impressive offering for the price. The combination of alder and a caramelized neck gives it a surprisingly refined character, and those custom pickups really deliver a vintage P-Bass vibe with added clarity. It's perfect for gigging musicians or anyone wanting a versatile 5-string without a premium-priced investment.
Product Description
Harley Benton MV-5PJ Daphne Blue w/Case
*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton MV-5PJ Daphne Blue
- *5-String Electric Bass*
- Deluxe Series
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: caramelised Canadian sycamore with roseacer skunk stripe
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Fingerboard inlays: pearloid block
- 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 (1.49")
- White graphite nut
- 20 Premium Medium 2.9 mm nickel-silver frets
- Pickups: 1 HBZ- custom wound VJB-B AlNiCo 5 single coil (bridge) and 1 HBZ- custom wound VPB-N AlNiCo 5 single coil (middle)
- Controls: 2 Volume and 1 tone
- 3-Ply parchment pickguard
- Bridge: Sung Il WB401CR with brass saddles and 20 mm string spacing
- HB die-cast machine heads with 22: 1 gear ratio
- Strings: D'Addario EXL165 .045 - .135 (Art. #242048#)
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Daphne Blue
- 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 delivers a warm, resonant foundation for a balanced tone.
- • Caramelized Canadian sycamore neck offers a surprisingly smooth, fast playing experience.
- • Custom-wound VJB-B and VPB-N pickups provide a surprisingly articulate and punchy sound.
- • Sung Il WB401CR bridge with brass saddles enhances sustain and tuning stability.
CONS
- • Bolt-on neck construction limits the sustain compared to a neck-through design.
- • The 'D' profile neck might not suit players preferring a wider, flatter feel.
- • While well-made, the hardware isn’t quite at the level of premium-priced basses.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Caramelized Canadian Sycamore
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
HBZ- custom wound VJB-B AlNiCo 5 (bridge) & VPB-N AlNiCo 5 (middle)
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
20 Premium Medium 2.9 mm nickel-silver
Strings
Not specified, likely standard 5-string set
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) – typical for an alder body 5-string
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Frequently Asked Questions
The fretwork is generally good for the price point; some minor leveling or polishing might be desired by very discerning players.
Yes, the pickups are standard single-coil size and can be replaced, offering some tonal customization options.
The caramelization process imparts a smoother, glossier feel to the neck, making it noticeably faster and more comfortable than a standard maple neck, though the effect is subtle.
