Harley Benton PB-62 Sunburst
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Harley Benton
PB-62 Sunburst
Product Info
Article Number:
590430
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
PB-62 Sunburst
Category:
4-String P-Basses
Price:
$174.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This PB-62 is a seriously impressive budget option, nailing that classic Precision Bass vibe. The Roswell pickups are a real highlight, offering a punchy and warm tone that’s perfect for rock, blues, and Motown. It's an ideal starter bass or a great beater for seasoned players who want that vintage tone without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Harley Benton PB-62 Sunburst
- Electric Bass
- Comfortable body shape
- Body: Basswood
- Bolt-on neck: Vintage caramelized Canadian maple
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- White ABS dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 43 mm
- White graphite nut
- 20 Medium frets
- Pickup: Roswell PBA AlNiCo 5 Split Coil
- 1 volume and 1 tone control
- 3-ply tortoise pickguard
- B401 CR bridge with brass saddles
- String spacing: 20 mm
- CB01-CR machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: Daddario EXL165 .045 - .105 (Art. #144505#)
- Colour: Sunburst
PROS
- • Roswell pickups deliver a surprisingly warm, vintage-voiced tone.
- • Bolt-on maple neck offers comfortable playability and snappy response.
- • Laurel fingerboard provides a smooth, familiar playing surface.
- • Solid basswood body contributes to a resonant, balanced sound.
CONS
- • Bolt-on neck construction limits high-end sustain compared to set-neck designs.
- • Graphite nut, while stable, can feel slightly less 'organic' than bone.
- • Basswood body, while resonant, lacks the premium feel of mahogany or ash.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Basswood
Neck Material
Caramelized Canadian Maple
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
Roswell PBA AlNiCo 5 Split Coil
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
20 Medium
Strings
Daddario EXL165 .045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - typical for a P-Bass
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Frequently Asked Questions
The caramelized maple neck finish is a bit glossier than some of their other options, offering a slick feel that some players might prefer, but it could require a little getting used to.
The CB01-CR machine heads are decent for the price point; they'll hold tune well for most players, but a worthwhile upgrade for serious gigging could be considered.
It captures a similar tonal character, but the Fender will generally have a more refined overall feel and potentially a wider dynamic range due to higher-quality components.
