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Pleasantly surprised
This is my first experience with harley benton instruments and thomann in general and om glad to say that I am pleasantly surprised.
The bass feels quite sturdy and well built. It did have some small cosmetic issues on the finish but nothing major at all.
No fret sprout (frets also feel fine)
The knobs feel okay. Not scratchy or anything like that.
The tuners aren't the best but they absolutely get the job done.
I keep this bass in drop a and it has stayed like that since I got it.
The picks sound fine,. not great, not bad. At least with a clean tone.
I feel like the p-bass pick is the stronger of the two. Alot more low end.
BUT with a bit of drive this bass sounds huge.
The finish on this bass looks very cool but it does feel very fragile and prone to scratches and the like.
But overall I am more than pleased with this for the time being
The bass feels quite sturdy and well built. It did have some small cosmetic issues on the finish but nothing major at all.
No fret sprout (frets also feel fine)
The knobs feel okay. Not scratchy or anything like that.
The tuners aren't the best but they absolutely get the job done.
I keep this bass in drop a and it has stayed like that since I got it.
The picks sound fine,. not great, not bad. At least with a clean tone.
I feel like the p-bass pick is the stronger of the two. Alot more low end.
BUT with a bit of drive this bass sounds huge.
The finish on this bass looks very cool but it does feel very fragile and prone to scratches and the like.
But overall I am more than pleased with this for the time being
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Sound and Feel is Expensive
This instrument will shock you!
Worth way more than your paying!
I had basic setup done as I usually do!
This my 5th Harley Benton and I already have my eye on one more !!
Great investment and instruments!
Worth way more than your paying!
I had basic setup done as I usually do!
This my 5th Harley Benton and I already have my eye on one more !!
Great investment and instruments!
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Perfect introduction to 5 string bass!
My first 5 string and I couldn't be happier!
Set up was fine out of the box, no sharp fret edges or anything. Action is good and the neck smooth and accessible up to the highest fret. The P pickup purrs but has some bite if needed and J adds more clarity if you want it.
Build quality is very good and the finish is perfect. The B string is pretty solid, certainly good enough for gigging.
All in all I'm delighted with my first 5 string.
Set up was fine out of the box, no sharp fret edges or anything. Action is good and the neck smooth and accessible up to the highest fret. The P pickup purrs but has some bite if needed and J adds more clarity if you want it.
Build quality is very good and the finish is perfect. The B string is pretty solid, certainly good enough for gigging.
All in all I'm delighted with my first 5 string.
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XG
Amazing bass
This 5 string bass is the best bass for beginners everything is amazing about it apart from the slight fret rattle that can be fixed easily with the included Alan key
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O
5 String version is ok
For the price I can't complain. The overall sound is good(not great). The weight and balance is ok-ish. The B string on this bass is useless though. Even with a good setup after purchase(this is needed) the B string lacks power and punch. The neck pickup is too low and there is no way to lift it( unless you go full rebuild). I give this an overall 3 stars, because of the price. It's a beginner base and once you are more advanced you'll need to move on. I have a 4 string HB as well and that gets a 4 stars from me.
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AG
Wow
I’m blown away the quality and looks of this base are insane, you have to see it to believe it!!!
Thanks Thomann music very happy with my new bass
Thanks Thomann music very happy with my new bass
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DC
Another Great HB Guitar
As usual the guitar was really well packed for delivery by Thomann.
I have never owned a 5 string bass guitar before. Previously only played 4 string basses, so this guitar is a bit of a change for me.
Virtually no issues with the guitar, except for me snapping a string while tuning up (always a pain).
However I always plan to change strings straight away, so I bought a set of D'Addarios to restring it.
The guitar played great, straight out the box. Action / intonation great.
So good, one of my friends has asked me to order him the 4 string version, with a HB 40W amp same as I have just purchased.
Thomann will be pleased with the repeat business.
I have never owned a 5 string bass guitar before. Previously only played 4 string basses, so this guitar is a bit of a change for me.
Virtually no issues with the guitar, except for me snapping a string while tuning up (always a pain).
However I always plan to change strings straight away, so I bought a set of D'Addarios to restring it.
The guitar played great, straight out the box. Action / intonation great.
So good, one of my friends has asked me to order him the 4 string version, with a HB 40W amp same as I have just purchased.
Thomann will be pleased with the repeat business.
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Pickups output level
The pickups output level is too low (at leas on mine), and some frets are a bit sharp on the edges other than that the frets are nicely leveled, so nothing major. Overall it's a nice bass.
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Good Bass, Impressive with the sound.
I'm impressed by the quality of the bass sound. I would highly recommend it to both beginners and advanced bass players.
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Harley Benton PJ- SBK
Just as Good as Sire and Better than Squier!
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