Harley Benton PB-50 FR Vintage Series Bundle

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Harley Benton PB-50 FR Vintage Series Bundle

Harley Benton

PB-50 FR Vintage Series Bundle

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 560999
Model: PB-50 FR Vintage Series Bundle
Price: $159.50

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This Harley Benton PB-50 FR is a seriously impressive offering for the budget-conscious bassist. It nails the vintage P-bass vibe with its warm tone and comfortable neck, making it a great starting point or a fantastic beater for gigging. If you’re after classic P-bass sounds without the premium price tag, this bundle delivers.

Product Description

Harley Benton PB-50 FR Vintage Series Bundle

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton PB-50 FR Vintage Series

  • *Electric Bass*
  • Body: Basswood
  • Bolt-on neck: Canadian maple
  • Fretboard: Maple
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fretboard inlays: Dots
  • 20 Frets
  • Scale: 864 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Double-Action truss rod
  • Pickup: Roswell VTN4 Vista Alnico-5 vintage PB-style single coil
  • 1 Volume control and 1 tone control
  • Deluxe chrome hardware
  • Classic PB-Style machine heads
  • Ex-factory stringing: D'Addario .045 - .100
  • Colour: Fiesta red
  • 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
  • • Basswood body delivers a warm, punchy low-end characteristic of vintage P-basses.
  • • Roswell VTN4 pickups provide a surprisingly authentic vintage single-coil tone.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck offers a snappy, responsive feel ideal for quicker playing.
  • • Accessory pack provides immediate playability - gig bag, strap, tuner included.
CONS
  • • Basswood body can lack sustain compared to mahogany or other denser woods.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction may not appeal to players seeking a more integrated feel.
  • • Finish, while attractive, may be a thinner nitro finish, more prone to wear.

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Key Features

Body Material Basswood
Neck Material Canadian Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups Roswell VTN4 Vista Alnico-5 Single Coil
Scale Length 864 mm (34 inches)
Frets 20
Strings D'Addario .045 - .100
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) – typical for a P-bass build

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Roswell VTN4 aims to replicate the vintage Fender sound, and does a commendable job, but lacks the absolute nuance and clarity of a high-end Fender pickup.
The neck has a typical maple finish, which can feel slightly drier than some rosewood options. It’s generally smooth, but some players may prefer to add a touch of lemon oil to enhance the feel.
The included gig bag is functional for transport and storage, but it’s a basic, padded bag. Serious gigging musicians might want to invest in a more robust hard case for better protection.

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