Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series w/Bag
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Harley Benton
PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series w/Bag
Product Info
Article Number:
546577
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series w/Bag
Category:
4-String P-Basses
Price:
$174.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This PJ-4 is a seriously impressive offering for the money. It delivers a surprisingly good tone and feel, blending the classic P-bass thump with the aggressive attack of a J-bass. Perfect for gigging musicians or beginners wanting a versatile, affordable bass with a modern edge.
Product Description
Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series w/Bag
*Bundle offer comprising*, Harley Benton PJ-4 SBK Deluxe Series
- *Electric Bass*
- Body: Poplar
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Roseacer
- Dot fretboard inlays
- Neck profile: modern C
- Double-Action truss rod
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Scale: 864 mm
- Frets: 20
- Pickups: J-style single coil (bridge) and P-style split coil (middle)
- 2 Volume controls
- 1 Tone control
- Black hardware
- PJ-style machine heads
- Original strings: D'Addario EXL .045 - .105
- Colour: Matte Black
- Thomann E-Bass Gigbag BK
- *Nylon Gig Bag for Electric Bass*
- Made of high quality materials
- 20 mm foam padding
- Inner dimensions (L x W x D): approx. 118 x 35 x 8 cm
- Floor protection on the bottom
- Backpack straps
- With external pocket for accessories and large sheet music pouch
- Colour: Black
PROS
- • Poplar body offers a surprisingly resonant and balanced tonal foundation.
- • Bolt-on maple neck provides a snappy response and comfortable modern C profile.
- • PJ pickup configuration delivers versatility, from smooth P-bass warmth to J-bass bite.
- • The included gig bag is surprisingly well-padded and genuinely useful for transport.
CONS
- • Roseacer fretboard might require a bit of initial fretwork for optimal playability.
- • Bolt-on construction, while offering ease of adjustment, lacks the sustain of a neck-through design.
- • Hardware, while functional, feels a little budget-oriented and might be a future upgrade point.
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Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Roseacer
Pickups
J-style single coil (bridge) & P-style split coil (middle)
Scale Length
864 mm (34 inches)
Frets
20
Strings
D'Addario EXL .045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - typical for a bass of this construction
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Frequently Asked Questions
The J-bass bridge pickup adds a brighter, more aggressive edge than a traditional P-bass, making it more versatile for rock and funk.
The modern C profile is generally comfortable, but the 42mm nut width might feel a little narrower for those with very large hands.
The matte black finish is well-applied, but you'll notice some minor inconsistencies – it's a trade-off for the budget-friendly price point.
