Harley Benton PB-Shorty BK Standard Set 1

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Harley Benton PB-Shorty BK Standard Set 1

Harley Benton

PB-Shorty BK Standard Set 1

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Product Info

Article Number: 176157
Model: PB-Shorty BK Standard Set 1
Price: $196.90

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This Harley Benton PB-Shorty is a fantastic entry point into bass playing, especially for beginners or those wanting a compact, vintage-inspired instrument. The short scale and comfortable neck profile make it easy to play, and the pickup delivers a warm, growly tone that's perfect for rock, blues, and punk. It's a seriously impressive package for the price.

Product Description

Harley Benton PB-Shorty BK Standard Set 1

*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton PB-Shorty BK Standard Series

  • *Shortscale Electric Bass*
  • Standard Series
  • Body: Poplar
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Laurel
  • Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: Modern "C"
  • Frets: 19
  • Scale length: 762 mm
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Double-Action Trussrod
  • Pickup: 1 PB-style split coil
  • 1 Volume and 1 tone control
  • Chrome hardware
  • Classic PB-Style machine heads
  • Strings: .040 - .095c
  • Colour: Black high-gloss
  • Suitable gig bag: Art.#142777# (not included in the scope of delivery)
  • Suitable strings available under Art. #205074# and Art. #238524# (not included in the scope of delivery)
  • Harley Benton HB-20B
  • *Combo Amplifier for Electric Bass*
  • Power: 20W
  • Equipped with: 8" Custom Voiced Speaker
  • TEC Circuit (Tube Emulating Circuit)
  • Gain control
  • Integrated compressor with LED display
  • 3-Band EQ with parametric mids
  • Volume control
  • Headphone outputs
  • Aux input to play CD or MP3 playback tracks
  • Energy saving Standby function
  • Voltage: 230 V
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 380 x 340 x 175 mm
  • Weight. 7.5 kg
  • Thomann Nylonstrap

*Guitar Nylon Strap*, Adjustable length of about 80 to 139 cm, Width: 5 cm, Reinforced leather ends, Colour: Black, the sssnake IPP1030

*Instrument Cable*, Both sides: 6.3 mm mono jack, 0.22 mm² / AWG 24, Outer diameter: 6.0 mm, Length: 3 m, Colour: Black

PROS
  • • Poplar body delivers a surprisingly resonant, balanced tone.
  • • Short scale makes it exceptionally comfortable for smaller hands or travel.
  • • PB-style split coil pickup provides a thick, punchy, vintage-inspired sound.
  • • Bolt-on neck offers a snappy, responsive feel with quicker attack.
CONS
  • • Laurel fretboard can be prone to slight dryness and may require occasional oiling.
  • • Hardware, while functional, feels a bit basic and might be a future upgrade point.
  • • Limited tonal versatility compared to basses with more pickup options.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Poplar
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Laurel
Pickups Single PB-style split coil
Scale Length 762 mm
Frets 19
Strings .040 - .095c
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It captures a similar warmth and growl, but the Harley Benton's pickup has a slightly more aggressive edge and less of the classic Fender 'thump'.
The 'Modern C' profile is generally comfortable, but the shorter scale length might feel a bit cramped for those with very large hands.
The 20W amp is ideal for practice, small gigs, or recording; it's not designed for loud stage performances.

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