THIS HARLEY BENTON FINALLY BROKE ME !!

[@xMTLKx]

The finish is crazy, the color of the body, the neck binding This bass is just beautiful

[@bradforward850]

Looks like the Geddy Lee Fender

[@thrumyeyesphoto]

I ordered the same bass after watching this video. It arrived today (4 days from Germany to USA!) and all I can say is WOW! It’s absolutely incredible especially given the price tag. It feels and looks like an instrument costing 5x the price. Finish is perfect. Came setup perfectly. Neck and fret work feels fantastic. Looks like a $1000+ bass. I honestly don’t understand how they can produce an instrument this high quality for this price. I’ve been playing guitar and bass for 25 years and owned my own retail music store for many years. I know the guitar world very well and I’m genuinely blown away by this one.

[@infusion26]

I ordered the same bass too after watching this video and make my first 2 video's with it. It sounds pretty amazing :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXTEaaWeYq58nrM

[@infusion26]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmKpiYGDlNx1rsk

[@wecanrebuildhim]

Why Harley Benton discontinued this bass is beyond me. This was literally the best passive bass in their line-up.

[@Fikser11]

Too insane quality to price ratio

[@xMTLKx]

Man I'm actually regretting not buying it

[@wecanrebuildhim]

@@xMTLKx The best passive jazz bass that Harley Benton has is the HB JB-75 with the ash body. It's heavy, with a beefy 'D' profile neck........It's a beast of a bass for $145 U.S.D. The CC series is a great value well.

[@xMTLKx]

but still weighs 22lbs ? lol@@wecanrebuildhim

[@wecanrebuildhim]

@@xMTLKx ....feels like it,......just get the widest shulder strap you can find and you'll be good.

[@bassimprovjams3772]

Harley Benton is killing it lately!! Sounds just like a 2k$ fender J love that roasted maple!!

[@jamesreynolds4487]

Dude they’ve sold me on this

[@bassimprovjams3772]

@@jamesreynolds4487 same!! I’m still thinking about that bass! I was just talking about is to my buddy 15 mins ago

[@jamesreynolds4487]

@@bassimprovjams3772 yeah I’m gonna pull the trigger and sup it up

[@bassimprovjams3772]

@@jamesreynolds4487 DO IT!!! 🤘🤘 I even love that color!!

[@jamesreynolds4487]

@@bassimprovjams3772 yeah dude I’m majorly impressed

[@scottmatthews172]

These guys play so well they can make any bass sound good and make it look like it plays easy.

[@danepaulstewart8464]

I have been playing for 15-years, and I currently own 9 basses including a HB Jazz Bass in the standard sunburst, and it is in the top 3 of my easiest playing basses. It’s ridiculous considering how little I paid for it.

[@LudwigBeefoven]

The thumb rest at the bottom is actually a tug bar. You anchor your index, middle and ring fingers below the tug bar and you pluck the strings with your thumb.

[@biga6856]

They need to make a 5 string version asap. They would give Sire and Fender a run for their money.

[@danepaulstewart8464]

Oh ABSOLUTELY!

[@longdongbongchong]

@@danepaulstewart8464 they charge soooo much for shipping, better off buying used locally which will also have resale value

[@danepaulstewart8464]

@@longdongbongchong - That’s why we buy multiple instruments in each order, it lowers the per-instrument shipping cost! 😁

[@longdongbongchong]

@@danepaulstewart8464 it raised mine! I held off on my order cause 2 basses and a guitar - over $215 shipping!!!!!

[@Vinterloft]

It already weighs 9001kg in 4-string version

[@hawedehre]

Thomann website says the pickups are Roswell, not Wilkinson 2:20 Zoom in and you can even read Roswell on the pickup covers. My HB PB-50 has another Roswell in it and I have no complaints. 😊😮

[@hawedehre]

Ok nobody cares.

[@jreid641]

It does sound great! Of course anything with Rene playing it probably sounds good too.

[@Emily_M81]

Purple, my one weakness... I'm a 5-string player... b-but purple. I'd replace the pickguard immediately, but... such a lovely purple...

[@bradferguson9840]

Rene, you're incredible! My fave player on the channel for sure.

[@etpslick100]

Yikes! That jazz bass sounds killer! Harley Benton? ARE YOU KIDDING ME? Love that color! Wish they had a white finish but that’s ok. FINALLY found a knock around bass that doesn’t SOUND like a knock around! Well done HB!!!🤨🎶👍🏾

[@daelowkey]

From the sound, the build quality looks and price this is insane, I can’t believe this bass sounds like a $2k american original Fender

[@malcelinho]

That bass is a beauty, both in appearance and in sound

[@stoutlager6325]

Honestly the most impressive part of this to me is the triple string tree. I replace the stock double tree on most of my Fender-style basses because they only hold the D and G strings down, meanwhile the A is just flapping in the breeze with a much shallower break angle than the others. Drives me nuts.

[@phipschi4255]

should be standard or at least included on ever F style bass (in case you only care about the vINtAgE loOkS)

[@minibuns5397]

That triple string tree really makes a big difference for tone.

[@ileutur6863]

Makes almost zero difference in tone or tension

[@minibuns5397]

@@ileutur6863 sorry newb here the string tree is important for Tone. You can hear the difference if you know what to listen for!

[@KramerCmor]

Which string tree do you use for this ?

[@alanreynolds4328]

Got mine yesterday, love the colour (same as this one) and the sound is stunning. £199 inc delivery, superb value.

[@JNeedels]

When I heard the opening demo, it grabbed my attention. I play a 78 Jazz and it sounded very similar. I’ll have to see if I can find a HB to try.

[@maximiliankuhn8345]

We need this Type with precision Basses, totally would buy it. At the momant i dont need a Jazz 😅

[@kman-mi7su]

I'm listening to this on my laptop and the bass sounds amazing! I'd take that to a gig.

[@bostrowskij]

Have spent a week with this bass now and it really is a great bass for the money. Had to tighten the truss rod a little (truss rod works smooth and responds good to adjustment) but otherwise good setup from Thomann. Mine weighs 4,4 kg (9,7 lbs) and is well balanced. No complaints at all, it even rivals my 90ies MIA Fender JB . It does not have quite the same feel of quality but soundwise it really holds up very well.

[@sr80bassguy]

I bought this bass immediately after this video was released. I fooled all of my colleagues. They thought it was a $2k+ bass and were mind blown when I told them the actual retail. Amazing.

[@BassAdvisor]

I fell in love with it since I saw it online. Heck, I hope I’ll be able to get one from this first batch.

[@jorjablake]

On the Thomann website it mentions that the fretboard is Laurel, it also looks a lot brighter in those pictures, but it looks really dark in this video, almost like another wood.

[@justaamateur6533]

Laurel is a wood that takes oil, so they probaply had it set up and the fretboard oiled

[@hawedehre]

@@justaamateur6533 I found another video with the bass in shell pink. There the fretboards right unboxed looks brighter.

[@jorjablake]

ok, I bought it and can confirm - the fretboard really is as dark as it looks in this video (not as bright as on the Thomann website) - really happy with it so far!

[@christoguichard4311]

HB stuff just gets better and better!

[@BassMusician7]

Thanks for the review! Just ordered mine and shell pink along with a case and strap! Going to do some minor modding on this baby.

[@Mazinga]

What minor modding will that be?

[@BassMusician7]

@@Mazinga A shielding job, customize the neck plate, 500k volume and balance pots and a .041 tone cap. All non soldering by Tone Monster 🔥❤️🔥. The total would be around $40 bucks

[@dominicrossitto5890]

Harley Benton has a very nice lineup of Jazz Basses, but are a bit limited with their selection of Precision basses and PJ style basses. I'd like to see them add some cool colors to their P and PJ basses.

[@h-dawg969]

I considering a harley benton as I really want to try out owning a fretless, but as I have no idea if I'll get on with it, there's no point spending nearly 500 for the Sire V5 fretless when I can get the Harley benton fretless (the brown one that looks like a jazz bass) for under 200! Deffo keen to give it a go. I have an eBow and really wanna use it with a fretless. I mostly make sample based music, (Trip Hop, Downtempo/Lounge etc) so I don't really need to be too good for long periods of time. Just lay down some nice 4 bar loops and I'm good. I just love the sound and vibe of fretless and the Harley Benton seems the most sensible way to go.

[@carloszagal1934]

I more of a P bass with heavy flats kind of guy (doubling on upright as well) I might just need to buy this bass!

[@skafanatic19]

Bought this bass and I have been nothing but impressed with its build quality and sound. It is a tad on the heavy side weight wise, but it is a very nice bass and rivals my fenders.

[@lizard6402]

How much does it weight in kg?

[@FLITT]

Mine arrived last week and it's not just the bass you have in your hands, mine too is an absolute masterpiece! I shielded the electronics and changed the pickguard to a nice purple holographic one and it is just perfect!

[@1234drums]

Ahw, that lovely finish 🥰

[@schepler2]

This is probably a hundred times better than a Squier Jazz Bass!

[@henks9]

Not at all . Squier is way better classic vibes series are the best

[@skafanatic19]

Confirmed, this is 100 times better than most squier jazz basses.

[@paultraynorbsc627]

Thanks for sharing Gregor 🎸🇬🇧😓🎶

[@samdelossantos2864]

Love the finish. Reminds me of an early 70s bass with the box inlays and binding.

[@leighcoulson2148]

Very nice ...normally more of a p-bass guy but that looks and sounds very nice. ...and having just got a Harley Benton JP450 I know how good these relatively 'cheap' basses can be.

[@YanevBass]

Great Review! Aren't the pickups Roswells instead of Wilkinsons though? That's what it says in the Thomann description.

[@basstheworldofficial]

my fault. not that it really matters in this price range ;)

[@robertayers1804]

They need to come out with a 3 band active 5 string version of this bass.

[@edwinrivera5695]

I'm a sunburst finish guy but I have to admit that this color really caught my eye.

[@MrThijs2011]

You have a sun burst like version of it!

[@tucsinglek2042]

Keep it. It’s not hoarding if your stuff is cool. Is the cavity space shielded? I own the regular Harley Benton JB20 which is not shielded. Also the neck is really raw on the joint between neck and headstock which needs some sanding. HB makes great basses but there are „some“ things that distinguish them from more expensive Squire basses for example.

[@jerryjohnson6520]

Would love to have the same color but a 5 String

[@trueknowledgeispower]

I'm pleased to announce that this series has returned and has been re-released for May 2024..even in 5-string models.

[@Stewkeithmtb]

Excited for mine to arrive. Yet another superb Harley Benton.

[@johnjonesToffeeman]

Love that you said you get a kick back from thoman so long as you are honest it is cool

[@jameschristy5204]

Beautiful, well made and great sounding bass. A steal for the money. I have gigged this bass and it gets talked about. Mine is Black.

[@jasoncherry5849]

This is a great video and a smooth looking bass, it’s giving me something new to think about for my next bass. Thanks for the video.

[@markbass354]

WOW VERY NICE BASS IT SOUNDS REAL GOOD

[@eoinjennings519]

Got one of these as a Christmas present for my daughter - looks like a good pick !

[@ferrybasman1969]

I ordered one today in black finish. Unfortunately they didn't offer the burgundy mist finish for this model anymore.

[@beatapt5]

I've set up a couple of HB Jazz basses. Not bad for the money, but still have that "cheap" feel. Spend a little more on at least a decent Squier, if you can.

[@Stefan-]

Looks and sounds great !!

[@johndevos9746]

What a nice bass from HB again. I hope that one day they will produce an mustang bass copy. With matching headstock and racing strpes😉

[@saujac7473]

wow, I'm looking for a new bass just for playing at home, and that looks a great option. Thanks

[@juanmendoza2993]

00:15 What a Funk

[@dmon7464]

Nice color ! I prefer it over a Sire MM (Who can stand an egocentric name like Marcus Miller on his bass ?) and pickups seem better than Squier ! Perfeto !

[@johnfoss5490]

Marcus is an accomplished musician and producer to back that name up. Who is Harley Benton?

[@dmon7464]

@@johnfoss5490 he is fortunately not the only accomplished musician. But the others are otherwise more humble. Bass can exist without Marcus Miller. God bless us (sic)

[@dmon7464]

an emotional problem between dream and reality?

[@texacomann]

I love the metallic colouring! Buy this one!

[@marksanders8066]

Now you know how much money Fender is making and they just keep going up.

[@emmanuelleblanpain45]

J'adore ce que ce mec joue à chaque fois, il a un de ces groove 🤩 Il fait tout sonner je crois... Merciiiiii

[@emmanuelleblanpain45]

@NiecgramMe@Bass-The-World who are you?

[@joecasa85]

A bass like this for 230€?! 🤯 With Gotoh tuners by default?! 🤯My first Stingray-style 120€ bass was already killer but...man, this blows away everything!

[@randommishaps]

I should have gotten the bass when I had the chance, I can’t find the bass anywhere 😢😢😢

[@geraldp494]

Rene is a Bass Legend

[@bassatnight]

Literally just bought one, as the owner of a Wal and Sadowsky jazz I expect a lot, let’s see how good these are.

[@obangbass]

Beautiful bass it is. How much does this bass weigh?

[@Davimotta]

Beautiful bass! 😍

[@NotThatOneThisOne]

Love it. Looks a bit odd to have the modern style gotoh heads rather than mini clovers.

[@enricoviappiani4305]

I want it purple!!!! Yours is the only one I saw

[@dennleavy4407]

I seriously think Harley Benton are going start giving Squier and all the other popular entry level ranges, some serious competition in the next few years!

[@australier263]

Unbelievably good and sounding too for low budget!

[@ThorRavnsborg]

What an awesome bass. Love the available colors too. The only thing not to my taste is the tortoise pickguards but otherwise they totally nailed it with this model.

[@jonartan4754]

Looks like the 66 style to me rather than 70s which are everywhere now. Be interesting to know what the pickup placement is. Ill get a 5 string if it comes out. Definately a gap in the market for 60s fender style 5 strings

[@joshuagriffith7904]

I'll admit they are fantastic basses for the money. I had the JB75 with the Laurel fretboard...it looked great, and played great, but the thing was almost 12lbs. That isn't worth the savings lol

[@BARTFUNKBASS]

OMG! This one looks incredible! It has that Nik West vibe 😎

[@richardrichard5409]

Stunning thing that.....and bass players play a lot with their eyes😉

[@totomoyap8648]

Squier classic vibe jazz bass's killer !!!

[@curbowbass6124]

“I know you just got in port from shrimping, but could you demonstrate this bass for my channel”?

[@Basstank]

Boah, unfassbar heißes Teil, ich bin verliebt..und klingt Bombe!! Allerdings sind es Roswell Pickups statt Wilkinson, oder? 🤔

[@pgpete]

0:34 arggh! - I've heard that riff before - is it "Heaven on their minds" from JC Superstar?

[@profk3742]

Purple Power

[@brajkraft]

They just realeased a mustang variant in amazing colours and I can not hold on to my money hard enough!!!

[@basstheworldofficial]

I’ve already ordered one!

[@Genson50]

Good basses they make. But I sold my HB because tried Fender. HB is more brutal and strings became old very quickly. Because low sustain .

[@fernandes5986]

It's gorgeous.

[@TheChrist117]

Are Roswell pickups made by Wilkinson or is this a verbal typo, Gregor? What's the weight of this alder-bodied model? I did buy a Harley Benton JB-75MN but had to return it Thomann as the weight was 'anchor-like'.

[@alessandroc.6876]

Fingerboard should be Laurel but seems rosewood in the video

[@kruzti]

What's the signal path? great sound even on youtube, great playing btw 🙌. Thomann should give you a bonus :P

[@linkert810]

Ok, got to vent. I enjoy basstheworld and you Craig as the host of this channel buuuut, there’s been a thousand experiments trying to find out what effects the wood of an electric instrument has. Turns out a concrete Stratocaster sounds just like a regular stratocaster and so on. It’s pickups, positions, setups, tuning and such aspects that makes the electric bass, guitar and whatever stringed electric instrument what it is, not the wood. The notion that the maple neck sounds good is not to be attributed to the type of wood. Jim something, the guitarist from Nashville reaaally put the last nail into the tone wood coffin with his fabulous experiments.😅

[@basstheworldofficial]

Usually I don’t answer to these kinds of comments, but I’ll make an exception, since you seem to care. Please go to a music shop and try a rosewood neck jazz bass vs. the same model with maple neck. And then go back on KZbin, look for all these embarrassing comments and delete them. Some differences are subtle, some are huge. If you don’t hear them, that’s ok. But don’t try to educate professionals on topics you obviously have no personal experience with. There are enough idiots on KZbin doing tests, some with massive channels. They put high gain distortions on guitars and then start a discussion about tonewood. Embarrassing and insulting to the ten thousands of people who actually work in this industry

[@D14V0R05]

I wish that I could get those HB bass guitars for their actual price in my country, over here they go for about twice of their NA/EU price...

[@johnmendez9849]

Try the Newen Jazz bass it's even better for the money, I tried them both and the Newen was even better ash solid body with an awesome boday and way cheaper than the Harley Benton

[@marcussousabass]

Não encontro mais esse baixo à venda na Thomann !! Que tristeza!

[@rome8180]

I feel like this bass should have had gold hardware. Otherwise, I really like the look of it.

[@tonemonkey98371]

How heavy are these? I'm hearing 11 lbs (yikes).

[@jefersoneisma1464]

Definitely a bang for the buck, I wanna buy this so bad! The only thing that hinders me is the shipping fee, I have to pay 60$ that’s crazy high. (I’m from the Philippines)

[@TheAnimo92]

Tax pa. Wala bang free shipping until you reach for a certain cost?

[@gianni1646]

Beautiful! Wish I could get that in the USA.❤

[@basstheworldofficial]

You can!

[@BankruptBassplayer]

I think i will get one anyway, and i will definitely get a t shirt! Thanks for the great review. See you, Raoul

[@everready19373]

That bass is almost identical to the old Global one I pulled out of the trash a few years ago. I resurrected it, put flats on it and it plays great. However, I'm a pretty bad bass player...

[@DiogoBaeder]

Sounds pretty darn good to me. I'd do gigs and sessions with it for sure.

Looks like it has Roswell mics. Roswell JBA-B AlNiCo (bridge) and Roswell JBA-N AlNiCo 5 (neck) single coils

[@sbotsford1]

Just seeing this video for the first time nine months after it was released. I can’t seem to find this exact instrument. Especially in purple! Does anyone know if it’s still available? And where?

[@basstheworldofficial]

It’s sold out but they said it’s coming back

[@sbotsford1]

@@basstheworldofficial okay, thank you and thanks for the great bass the world chanel!

[@michaelf1847]

Leider ist das Produkt Harley Benton MV-4JB Gotoh SP nicht mehr im Sortiment.

[@GVike]

That color, oh my

[@etrarkia]

I'm looking for recommendations: I have Ibanez GSR200 and I'm happy with it, but I'm more then curious to try an HB that sounds different to GSR200. Can you recommend me a few models?

[@warburgaby]

Just ordered .)))