70s Jazz Bass Shootout! | Squier Classic Vibe VS Harley Benton JB-75

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Let me know down below which 70s inspired jazz bass you think deserves to be king of the ring in this head to head shootout.
Harley Benton Vintage Series JB-75 review:
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Read more about the JB-75 NA on Harley Benton's website:
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Squier Classic Vibe 70s Jazz Bass review:
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Read more about the Squier on Fender's website:
www.fender.com/en-GB/squier-e...
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  • @jaredthenuhn
    @jaredthenuhn3 жыл бұрын

    It's so refreshing to watch a video where someone is playing rock music with a pick in a bass demo. It's always either somebody doing some shreddy metal style bass, or technical slap bass, or anything other than just rock music. So, thanks for playing all sorts of different styles but especially rock!

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yeah man I feel you! It's definitely neglected in reviews. It's a niche I wanted to help fill. A lots of super technical stuff is not actually appropriate a demo to the average player 🤪 Cheers!

  • @EvertAlbers

    @EvertAlbers

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble I don’t entirely agree. Even if you hardly slap yourself, slapping reveals a lot of sonic differences in a second. The difference between 2 pick- played basses is usually harder to hear.

  • @edwardmcwilliams8371

    @edwardmcwilliams8371

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble especially a true technical advance player isn’t looking at squiers or HB basses . usually something a bit more pricy

  • @petestaint8312

    @petestaint8312

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agreed! 👍

  • @elflakeador09

    @elflakeador09

    Жыл бұрын

    Well said 👍

  • @revlewisrees9880
    @revlewisrees98803 жыл бұрын

    The Harley Benton had far more balls to it, and sat better in the mix than the Squier. To my ear it sounded better throughout its tonal range too, with the Squier losing volume and becoming muddy when the tone was rolled off.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    The Squiers pickups are definitely lower output! Definitely comes down to personal preference and whether you want a more traditional Jazz tone methinks. Thanks for tuning in!

  • @jrkb89
    @jrkb89 Жыл бұрын

    Hard disagree in the tone scoring. The HB sounds waaay better. The squier sounds anemic tbh. 4 HB 3 Squire.

  • @colinfarel

    @colinfarel

    4 ай бұрын

    Harley won. As far as classic sound every bass player will adjust tone knobs and EQ settings on their amp differently. The HB sounded clearer, louder and cleaner.

  • @prefono
    @prefono3 жыл бұрын

    Maybe live it does another effect, but hearing it with headphones the HB sound is much, much richer and fuller. Maybe the Squier sounds more like the original, but the HB sounds a lot better in my opinion.

  • @timmerred5
    @timmerred53 жыл бұрын

    The HB seems to have more “presence”, more “balls” than the Squier, at least when you played with a pick/plectrum.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yeah the pickups are slightly higher output! I think the Squier is more like a classic jazz, but the HB definitely has a more unique sound?

  • @bepitan

    @bepitan

    3 ай бұрын

    squier is just not as loud but that can easily be remedied.

  • @alexmichaels523
    @alexmichaels523 Жыл бұрын

    Sound and playability and price should matter most, Hands down it has to be the Harley Benton.

  • @chrislovesstamps
    @chrislovesstamps Жыл бұрын

    Really helpful review and side to side comparison. I am a beginner, actually don’t have a bass yet, only a guitar. But the way you present this is really helpful. Thanks!

  • @NicolasPare
    @NicolasPare Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. I was quite set on a Squire but learning about HB, how great they look and sound changed my mind. I'll have to see if they ship to Canadia :)

  • @siomairice1127
    @siomairice112710 ай бұрын

    HB's open E when slapped is effin aggressive. I love it.

  • @matthewjunker8914
    @matthewjunker89143 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! I have the Squier, and was really excited to watch this vid! Love the looks and the feel of the Squier! Pickups might be a tad weaker than the HB. I just turn my volume up...! Didn't know the HB was that much cheaper! I totally agree with your final outcome! Both rock!

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks very much! 😄 Yeah its slightly lower output, but both sound great in their own way

  • @enricolombardi4212
    @enricolombardi42122 жыл бұрын

    I really love my HB JB75 ! Great look, great feel, great sound!! Thanks to HB for this! 👍🏽

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Thanks very much 😄

  • @AG02024
    @AG020243 жыл бұрын

    Great comparison of 2 great basses, Johnny! If I had to choose, I would personally go for the HB (actually, I already did and I have 2 of them), not just for it's tone, but it's unbelievable price tag! It's a steal! Fair enough, it's weight will literally wear you down but for recording or seated practice you could do a lot worse! Maybe someday you'll review their even cheaper (and lighter) Standard series? I'd like to hear your opinion on those, maybe compared to a "made in China" Squier.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers Alan! Yeah that would be great! My favourite HB so far is actually the PB-50! The new contemporary squiers are made in China too!

  • @bixbyswrath7639
    @bixbyswrath7639 Жыл бұрын

    I own both of these brands in these models. Let's check the current prices on each as of December 2022: Fender Squier Classic Vibe 75: $449 (new) from Guitar Center Harley Benton JB-75: $149 (new) from Thomann ..............this is a no-brainer, gentlemen. You can literally buy THREE Harley-Benton JB-75's for every ONE Fender Squier Classic Vibe 75.

  • @skooterbrah
    @skooterbrah3 жыл бұрын

    I prefer the tonal quality of the HB. You can definitely hear the definition difference between the two with the tone rolled off. The Squire just doesn't have as much as punch, and seemed to get lost in the mix. Bonus points to the HB for the nicer wood grain. In the US, the Squire is a little bit over $400.00 USD, and the HB comes in right around $200.00, with shipping. I've bought from Thomann before, and you get up to 35kg for one shipping price, so you can use the money to buy another instrument, and still beat the price of the Squire. And, the shipping from Thomann is ridiculously fast!! I bought a Strat and a P-bass from them, and received them in FIVE days!! I have a Squire, and it is a pretty decent instrument, but I grab the HB more... A lot more. As always, Johnny, thanks for another great video, and for being one of the only bass players on KZread that actually uses a pick!!

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's great about Thomann! Didn't realise that about the shipping, so that's such a bonus! Thanks very much Scott 😄

  • @richardrichard5409

    @richardrichard5409

    2 жыл бұрын

    But, on the other hand, the Squier sounded brilliant 👍😎

  • @davelock3166
    @davelock31663 жыл бұрын

    Great video again, Jonny. It would be the HB for me - I don't know how they do it!

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Dave! Never ceases to amaze me

  • @64jazz
    @64jazz26 күн бұрын

    Awesome review, Thank you Jonny D. That Harley Benton (to me) wins across the board; I only wish they were available in a 5 string version, THAT would be TOTALLY AWESOME. Thanks again, Great job and Great playing as well.👊🏾

  • @lanceforney5321
    @lanceforney53212 жыл бұрын

    it is the bridge pickup on the HB that seems to have more presence to me. It sounds really good. I think I like it better than the Squier. I actually personally own the Squier and I love it.

  • @KristianH1986
    @KristianH19862 жыл бұрын

    The only 2 things that really matter are the feel and the sound. Subjective opinions on which ‘looks nicer’ really don’t mean shit. Considering the HB is so close in both feel and sound (I think it sounds a little better) it’s obviously the clear winner because it’s LESS THAN HALF the price.

  • @petestaint8312

    @petestaint8312

    Жыл бұрын

    I preferred the HB! Louder and fuller sound. 👍

  • @andyunwin9260
    @andyunwin92603 жыл бұрын

    The HB does sound better but having briefly tried one it's too heavy for me "weighing in a 1 metric ton". Obviously not quite that heavy(and it is nicely balanced) but gigging with it or playing it for a long rehearsal would mean "it's a no from me". Great video as always Jonny, and the double entendres are getting better and better.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    It is a beast. Thanks as always Andy!

  • @wanderingminstrel1768

    @wanderingminstrel1768

    3 жыл бұрын

    It's heavy, but a wider strap and don't have it dangling around your knees.. (R Trujillo I'm looking at you) ... Will help.

  • @mauricerijsdijk2472

    @mauricerijsdijk2472

    Жыл бұрын

    Mine is just a whopping 5.7kg...

  • @jas2819
    @jas2819 Жыл бұрын

    Both perfectly acceptable basses, but the Squier for me. If I were on a low budget, I would be happy to get my hands on the HB. 🤗🤗

  • @t.j.meechan682
    @t.j.meechan6823 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video Mr. Dibbley.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank-yoooooou!

  • @catuab4
    @catuab42 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely good job man!👏👏👏👏👏

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank-you! 😄

  • @JAYZIGGY5
    @JAYZIGGY52 жыл бұрын

    Ok Timberlake, I just discovered you as I'm sitting around enjoying my rona virus and ordering cheap basses that I don't need and I'm going to say your reviews, demo's and comparisons might just be the best out there. There are SO many reviewers that play the same thing over and over and over... and over and they're saying they boosted this or cut that and it all sounds the same. Your stuff sounds great! You play hard, you use a pick sometimes as do I sometimes and I can really hear what the damn thing sounds like! Nicely done! And I do not like fender style (especially p basses) or the way they play... I never have, I can't explain why but you made both of these sound really good. My vote is for the Harley. Not just because I swore I'd never own a Squire but it just sounded and looked better. I ordered their weird HH stingray 5 an hour ago out of pure boredom. I have a real one. ...and a 4 string one that looks nice on the wall. I'm a 5 string guy, always have been. Anyway, thank you for doing it right! Oh was that a cat 🐈 that walked in front of the camera? What is it with all the bass guys and cats? I'm a bass guy and I have a little goon of a cat staring at me right now. I gotta do some research on why bassists own cats. Probably because they're both fuckin awesome. Yeah... no need to research it. I figured it out. Keep playin em hard like they're not yours! 👍

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mate, this comment made me smile A LOT. Thabks so much for tuning in! Bass 0layers + cats = heaven. Unfortunately my cat passed away a few moths ago, but her legendary memory lives on! Great to hear from a fell ow pick players. Love hitting those strings with some POWER! 😄 Cheers

  • @JAYZIGGY5

    @JAYZIGGY5

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble Aww I know the feeling, my 22lb big black Buddy passed away about 4 years ago. He was the only kitten to survive from the litter and was abandoned by his mother under my porch. Had him for 15 years. I went a couple years with no cat and I was watching TV one day and this little cat was looking at me through the sliding glass door. I opened the door to try and pet her and she walked right in. Over 2 years now and she's still here. 🤷‍♂️ I definitely play more finger style and some slap but when that pick sound is required, like covering the cure songs which I've been doing a lot of recently 🤷‍♂️ I dunno I was playing a lot of funky stuff, trying to improve my Primus and the next day I'm trying to keep the repetitiveness of the cure going. And now, I just saw that HB makes their version of a fender bass VI... but I'm not seeing anyone demo it as a guitar like Robert Smith used it on Disintegration. Which is exactly the type of use I'd put it to. I got basses for bass. Real basses I mean. Ahhh! I think I'll wait and see how this first HB plays and sounds. Those worry me. They all seem to have issues and I can set stuff up and adjust but I'm not Mr fix it. That and it's not available right now lol

  • @richardrichard5409
    @richardrichard54092 жыл бұрын

    The gloss finish is one reason I sold my CV and, have owned and, still own VMs as they have satin finish necks. Those Squier VM necks are absolutely sublime. My HB jazz's are too chunky in my experience feeling more P bass to my poor hands. HBs are great basses though for the money......for the money is the important bit. Great video as always 😎👍

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    I always recommend sanding off the gloss finishes on the CV necks. Transformed my P bass! Thanks very much 😀

  • @aminuabdullahi5922
    @aminuabdullahi59224 ай бұрын

    Yeah def getting the HB I’m convinced

  • @karlbjornsson9090
    @karlbjornsson9090 Жыл бұрын

    Hi, thanks for the video. I want to do some experiments on a Jazz Bass style. Do you think that HB is the best choice?

  • @AllanGildea
    @AllanGildea2 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant production!

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank-you! 😄

  • @DrBar10w
    @DrBar10w Жыл бұрын

    Please review the Vintage Vj74! These look amazing on paper.

  • @charlieburns1385
    @charlieburns138526 күн бұрын

    Love my HB JB 75 Only down side is it's heavy ,but plays n sounds and looks great Ash body ,block inlays , binding $150 ?

  • @MrAdamSonicDX
    @MrAdamSonicDX2 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I already have a bass ( Ibanez Mikro ) but I'm looking to upgrade. Which one of these 2 would you recommend? I plan on using it for recording Hip-Hop, RnB, Rock and Funk.

  • @GergodrKos
    @GergodrKos Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this video, I like it very much! :) I prefer the HB against the Squier, it's a beast! :) I think, I 'll buy one! :)

  • @BlackuLaLa
    @BlackuLaLa4 ай бұрын

    Came for the bass shootout; subbed for the "tossing"

  • @petestaint8312
    @petestaint83122 жыл бұрын

    Finally, a proper demo. 👍

  • @RussellCatchpole
    @RussellCatchpole6 ай бұрын

    Great review 👍 I’ve just bought the squire in sunburst (it is truly beautiful) 2nd hand for £200 and after a bit of setup I love it to bits! My only criticism is the bridge pup is a little weak but overall the sound is awesome. I didn’t even consider a HB as I am a bit of a snob .. more fool me as they are obviously fantastic bang for buck 😂

  • @MrJoeAkuma
    @MrJoeAkuma3 жыл бұрын

    Aside from the looks, the HB sounds just better to me. I think I'm gonna pull the trigger on that one as soon as they re-stock the left handed version...

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! It's more unique I think. Less Jazz bassey 😊 Let me know how you find it once you have it!

  • @gabrielegazzotti5582
    @gabrielegazzotti55823 жыл бұрын

    Wow,a full review,that's the way to do it.... I was surprised by the sound of the Harley Benton, if I think that it costs half of the Squier is really a bargain ... in the end, however, I prefer the Squier, but one thing does not drive me crazy about it, the sound of the pick up of the bridge.... of course is that as price the Harley Benton is unreachable, for those who want to start playing is perfect....as always great video Jonny....good boy, Cheers..🤪🙂✌

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    I feel like with the Harley Benton, you'll never be disappointed because of the price, and whilst the Squier is great, it's not double the price great! All cones down to which elements you prefer in each I think. Cheers mate!

  • @gabrielegazzotti5582

    @gabrielegazzotti5582

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble Honestly I'm a little biased about the Squier, and having one already it's like I feel at home ....but maximum respect for Harley Benton...yeah...

  • @CyrilViXP
    @CyrilViXP2 жыл бұрын

    Sounds completely as you described for me. But HB is also usable and good.

  • @brentheathersimons7042
    @brentheathersimons70423 жыл бұрын

    Hi Jonny. Nice comparison video! Non bass related question... where did you get that r2d2 shirt??Brilliant! Cheers-Brent

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi! Thanks so much 😊 haha its a Levis top, it was a limited edition one from Topman. Couldn't not get it!

  • @tontrenner
    @tontrenner2 жыл бұрын

    For me, the HB has much more warm punch and sustain. The roswell-pickups seem to be not the worst. Nice comparision, thx :-)

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    So cool to see for a bass under £200! Cheers 😊

  • @MarcG7424
    @MarcG74242 жыл бұрын

    3 issues 1 is the HB's weight roughly 2 lbs heavier which can wear on you while standing for awhile 2 shipping I can go around the corner and grab a Squire and 3 I don't mind modding so throwing in another set of pick ups (Fender) isn't a issue I'd feel much better about putting money into a Squire than a Harley Benton if I wanted to do that

  • @rchrd3353
    @rchrd3353 Жыл бұрын

    the squier has THAT jazz sound that i look for and expect from a jazz bass. the harley benton still sounded good, but didn't nail the jazz sound i want and expect

  • @frankperricone2065
    @frankperricone20652 жыл бұрын

    In America you have to put the shipping cost into the mix and it cost me around 75$ to get the HB Thunderbird sent to my house in N.Y. I have Fender P and J and two Squier basses with the PJ pups. Squier makes good basses, and I have a couple of Squier guitars that are O.K. If all the HB bassas are as good as my T-bird they are not bad for the money, had to give it a set up and that's it. I have had the HB T-bird for about 2 weeks and definitely needs new tuners and a upgraded nut, I thought about new pups but the ones on there are very likable.

  • @kensolo6793
    @kensolo67932 жыл бұрын

    Here in California I can get free shipping from numerous sources on the Squier. Whereas, the shipping costs for a Harley Benton to California is $200 US dollars. It is for this reason that I do not own any Harley Benton's. The shipping cost wipes out any price savings.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Such a shame! I suppose that's the drawback of exclusively supplying through their own retailer

  • @shawnhuff3920
    @shawnhuff39208 ай бұрын

    I have a squier classic vibe 70's jazz bass and a squier classic vibe 70's precision bass and high quality fender player series jazz bass and i will say that squier by fender is a great way for fender to sell scap's of wood and components that are cheap

  • @KrisperKenvue
    @KrisperKenvue3 жыл бұрын

    I wouldn't pick any of those two... but just because I don't like Jazz basses ;) After a break of 25 years I decided to pick up bass playing again. After some research I choose a Harley Benton PJ4-HTR - and I didn't regret it. Ok, living in Germany there's no risk at all - 30 day money back and you don't even have to pay shipping. I'm quite impressed for what you get for the money. For 130 € the PJ4 is a very decent bass. I tweaked the setup to my preferences and upgraded the shielding (roughly one hour of work and 5 € for material). That transformed the PJ4 from decent to good ;) It's a keeper. Not only for rekindling my love for bass playing, but also for being a good, reliable bass for a bargain price.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'm more of a P bass guy too overall. The Harley Benton PJ is great! 🔥

  • @daveandrews5485
    @daveandrews54853 жыл бұрын

    Good video Jonny. So in the end it really comes down to how much you are willing, or can afford, to pay? Squier have, arguably, a better reputation as a brand while HB (rubbish name btw) win on vfm. I have a Squier 70’s vibe precision and it is a superb instrument so I know which knobs I will be twiddling……

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Could've just saved everyone 18 minutes and summed it up like that! Haha, yeah Squier is a way bigger company that's been in the game for a long time so it's no surprise, but it is a surprise when a smaller company can challenge! Thanks mate x

  • @MicroBanshee
    @MicroBanshee3 жыл бұрын

    I came here for the innuendos, tossing up… fnar, fnar! …knobs 🤣

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    I hope I left you satisfied 😏😏

  • @MicroBanshee

    @MicroBanshee

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble you did mate 😂

  • @soultabs
    @soultabs18 күн бұрын

    I prefer the Benton as far as tone goes. Great reviews.

  • @Michael-kz1wh
    @Michael-kz1wh3 жыл бұрын

    Great comparison! I'm thinking of getting this Harley Benton. I don't play in a band, just in my room seated. The HB weight won't bother me at all?

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Awesome, yeah I think you'll be okay 😄

  • @Michael-kz1wh

    @Michael-kz1wh

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble Thanks, mate! Appreciate it.

  • @222rich
    @222rich Жыл бұрын

    My 1983 BC Rich NJ Series through neck was wonderful with none of that star shaped rubbish! I have never seen a bass as good looking. Unfortunately it got nicked at my daughters 21st birthday party.

  • @davidsiriperalta5301
    @davidsiriperalta5301 Жыл бұрын

    Both are great basses

  • @boomboxtv4082
    @boomboxtv40823 жыл бұрын

    Nice video I like it a lot

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you I like you a lot

  • @myflyisopen.8732
    @myflyisopen.8732 Жыл бұрын

    I have a HB bass (the Aria RSB-618/4 knockoff) in sunburst on an ash body. I ripped out the electronics and put in a passive system (PIO cap @ 1.0, not 0.45) with Bartolini 9S. Incredibly punchy! They make great basses for the money.

  • @johndelong9230
    @johndelong9230 Жыл бұрын

    I liked both but the Squier had a brighter tone to me. But given the Squier cost twice as much..if I was on a budget I would go for the HB.

  • @nrich5127
    @nrich51272 жыл бұрын

    The only negative I can see with the Harley Benton is it's weight - if it is indeed 5 Kg that equals 11 lbs. That can be a real issue for some people. The Squier CV 70's I've seen on Sweetwater vary from 9 lb 3 oz to 10 lb 1 oz. You might want to upgrade the tuners on either bass for some expensive ( $140 US ) Hip Shot Ultra Lite's ( 1.4 oz weight each ). Sound wise the HB has more body and punch from it's pickups but in defence of the Squier you should be able to address any weakness with your amps EQ or an EQ pedal. What stands out with the 2 basses is the price difference with the HB about 1/2 the price of the Squier. It must be noted that the shipping cost to get the HB from Thomann to your door should be calculated before you make your decision.

  • @Sweetnuglyproductions
    @Sweetnuglyproductions Жыл бұрын

    I like the squire here I love the twang

  • @laszloszaniszlo9662
    @laszloszaniszlo966211 ай бұрын

    The Harley Benton sounded better to me. Thank you.

  • @emmanuelgire8513
    @emmanuelgire85132 жыл бұрын

    The HB is incredible regarding its price... you're right.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Insane value guitars!

  • @kamelele4638
    @kamelele46383 жыл бұрын

    I think I'm gonna get that harley benton as my first bass. I live in Europe so with a few useful accessories the shipping will be free, that means bigger budget for an amp.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    A phenomenal first bass! Let me know how you find it 😊

  • @kamelele4638

    @kamelele4638

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble I will!

  • @kamelele4638

    @kamelele4638

    3 жыл бұрын

    Update: I bought a used one yesterday. It's beautiful, but really heavy. Feels pretty comfortable in my small hands, but I think that I have a problem... The volume knob doesn't lock? It's hard for me to explain that in English, but when I turn other knobs all way up and down I can't go any further, but with this one I feel like I could turn it all around. I don't know if this is going to affect the sound...

  • @dm4728

    @dm4728

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@kamelele4638 sounds like the knob just keeps turning when you turn it. Probably just need to tightened it up.....but would be a good idea to remove the control plate to make sure you have twisted and broken any wires.

  • @kamelele4638

    @kamelele4638

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@dm4728 thank you, I'll try that

  • @henrikbrunberg1357
    @henrikbrunberg13572 жыл бұрын

    Hi great comparison! I'm about to buy my first bass. Is the Harley Benton a good beginner bass? or would you recommend something else?

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank-you! Yeah definitely :)

  • @henrikbrunberg1357

    @henrikbrunberg1357

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble Hi again found one of your older reviews so now im thinking Harley Benton JB-75 or MJ-4 for first bass? what do you suggest?

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@henrikbrunberg1357 Hi! Personally, I prefer the JB75. For a first bass I would recommend sticking with a passive bass with no active preamp on board. I think it's more important to get to know your way around a more stripped down but classic sounding bass 😁

  • @radikulture7485
    @radikulture74853 жыл бұрын

    Hmmm interesting video mate, lets compare some japanese samurais like aria pro ll and greco🙃

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Omg can you imagine. Would love a Greco!

  • @Kosthoms
    @Kosthoms Жыл бұрын

    I'm not a bass player but I need a bass for my recordings. At that price, I am really tempted by the HB, but the weight might be a concern. Has the weight caused you uncomfort? Would you recommend a lighter instrument?

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    Жыл бұрын

    If you're using it for recording at home, the HB should be totally fine 😊 only if you're doing long stood up performances will the weight start to become an issue imo

  • @Kosthoms

    @Kosthoms

    Жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble thank you so much for your answer, this is so helpful 😊 Enjoy your Xmas week!

  • @Chicken-1923
    @Chicken-1923 Жыл бұрын

    Man i want that HB so bad, bought their best seller Pbass and although the setup ain't great and the sound needs heavy mixing to sound good to my ears I need another one from them. This. God why did Flabba Holt have this exact Jbass in the original fender version? 😭

  • @johanborehall2337
    @johanborehall23373 жыл бұрын

    The Harley Benton has a more midrange grindy tone, it comes trough better in a mix, maybe the Squier fit better in genres where it is better with a more mellow tone. But it is possible to get a mellow tone with the Harley Benton to with some adjustments. But the Squier looks better

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Agree! Both have their merits. Depends what is more important to you 😁

  • @ralphhenderson7270
    @ralphhenderson7270 Жыл бұрын

    Harley Benton all day long.

  • @pjmuck
    @pjmuck5 ай бұрын

    I prefer the tinted neck look of the Squier, but the Harley Benton body looks better with more noticeable wood grain. For half the price, I agree, Harley Benton is the way to go.

  • @paulklement4511
    @paulklement45113 жыл бұрын

    Well that will be interesting

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Place yer bets!

  • @ulash12344321
    @ulash123443213 жыл бұрын

    10:09 I think I have seen a cat :D :D :D :D Hi Jonny, The most important difference between these two is the pickup positions. Squier has the correct position in terms of "70's" which means the bridge pickup is a little bit closer to the bridge. On the other hand Harley Benton has the 60's position and in the end it makes HB a 60's jazz with 70's cosmetics. In the past Squier did the same mistake too. The early Vinatge Modified (which are replaced with Classic vibe later in bass models) models are nothing but a 60's jazz with 70's look just like the HB here. Any way Squier sounds correct but HB sounds louder. If I have to choose one, I think I won't go with any of them. Most of the jazzbasses sound so weak in the mix. You need to shape it until it became unrecognizable. I can tel the same for these two as well.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Always causing mischief! 😼 I regret not measuring the distance and comparing it. Thanks for tuning in!

  • @samlelowitch
    @samlelowitch3 жыл бұрын

    The G&L Tribute JB is worth considering too although it costs a bit more.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    NEED to try a G&L! Hear great things about the tributes 👍

  • @samlelowitch

    @samlelowitch

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble They are delightful but weight/mass is often a problem.

  • @shawn.denton
    @shawn.denton3 жыл бұрын

    Based on those scores, I'd get the Harley Benton, chuck a 3ply pick guard on, new machine heads and crack on. I "preferred" the sound of the HB

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    The fact its half the price means it should get bonus points for keeping up! 🔥

  • @bflo1000
    @bflo10003 жыл бұрын

    HB is very impressive...especially wince it's priced more like an Affinity. I'd like to see an SX vs HB.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    That would be a great comparison! I'm a big fan of SX

  • @bflo1000

    @bflo1000

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble Yeah, Rondo has an ash Shorty w hi output PJ's for $265, along w their cheaper line. Of course, you want the $89 case to make sure it gets to you in 1 pc, LOL. The only shorty I see from HB is the mini P.

  • @aspyr5681
    @aspyr56813 жыл бұрын

    Why is there so much fret buzz? Did you adjust the truss/bridge?

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Aggressive playing style for you!

  • @matthewspencer9497
    @matthewspencer94973 жыл бұрын

    Any chance you could add your podcast to Google Podcasts please?

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hi! Slowly getting there with the Distributions. Didn't want to pay straight away and people didn't like it. Luckily feedback has been good so I'll be increasing accessibility 😁 Its on Spotify now, more to come! Cheers

  • @fullhd6598
    @fullhd65982 жыл бұрын

    and Sire v5 ???

  • @keithmcduffie7182
    @keithmcduffie71822 жыл бұрын

    Were The Settings On The Basses The Same? The Harley Had Much More Presence And Tonal Variety Than The Squier .... Maybe You Got A Bad One. I've Been Trying To Decide Between 3 Different Fender Jazz Basses (Final Instrument Acquisition ..... REALLY!!! .... & I Wanted To Take A Nostalgic Look Back To My Musical Beginnings). I Played A Squier Classic Vibe Jazz 70's At My Local Guitar Center And That One BLEW MY FREAKING MIND .... 🤯 It Was THAT Good. I Thought I Had Settled The Issue, But DAMN, THE HARLEY BENTON WON! So, Now THEY'RE In The Running For Christmas ⛄🎄

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah all the same in teach comparison, interesting eh?!

  • @nym053
    @nym053 Жыл бұрын

    I prefer the HB

  • @dynodansmoking
    @dynodansmoking Жыл бұрын

    2023 I paid no extra money besides shipping. And I split that between 2 basses . I liked the HB better in the sound department.

  • @sinlokemp
    @sinlokemp Жыл бұрын

    Sound comparison starts @ 7:30

  • @TheJohnnyjean
    @TheJohnnyjean2 жыл бұрын

    The HB sounded way better, fuller and most importantly had depper bass extension, for a bass guitar that helps ;)

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    So impressive!

  • @michaelvarney.
    @michaelvarney.2 жыл бұрын

    Thumbs up for the cat.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    RIP 🙏

  • @amwartwork
    @amwartwork2 жыл бұрын

    JUST PAID IN 3 WITH PAYPAL CREDIT. 140 for the harley benton. 38mm nut width and nicer grain and better neck pickup what sold it for me. and of course..... 140 quid helped lol

  • @makumbolindo3566
    @makumbolindo35663 жыл бұрын

    The HB has a warmer, deeper and defined sound than the S

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    SO impressive for the money 👌

  • @aleksandarpopovic369
    @aleksandarpopovic369 Жыл бұрын

    well.. H.B. is, actually, not what we call 70s j.b. today. You have noticed difference in tone of basses and it is because bridge pickup on 70s j.b. is placed half of an inch further to the bridge which is not the case with H.B. So...

  • @gurjantm
    @gurjantm2 жыл бұрын

    You remind me of the English man in the movie 'Something About Mary'

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lee Evans is a funny man. I'll take that 😝

  • @michaelvarney.
    @michaelvarney.2 жыл бұрын

    Which triggers music store owners the most? That is the true winner.

  • @luisj.sanchez6983
    @luisj.sanchez698311 ай бұрын

    H.B. mid range , Squier, low and bass range

  • @Garedot
    @Garedot2 жыл бұрын

    There is no way to go with HB. Squier is much more recognized brand in market meaning you will receive a good money selling your Squier when you are planning to upgrade your Bass.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    I would totally agree that the Squier definitely holds its value more. But the HB is a great alternative if you're on a budget!

  • @elsienova4269

    @elsienova4269

    2 жыл бұрын

    why would you ever sell a HB bass instead of just modding it down the line.

  • @aubreymcmaster47

    @aubreymcmaster47

    Жыл бұрын

    You buying for playability and tone, or just resale value? Spending $200 means you shouldn't care. The HB already sounds punchier than the Squier by far. Everything I own was bought based on tone and feel, so I don't own a Gibson or Fender, and I can afford them.

  • @cubbykovu8955
    @cubbykovu89554 ай бұрын

    THE KNOBS !!!!!

  • @Griffin-sr3ej
    @Griffin-sr3ej2 жыл бұрын

    I think the fact that the Harley Benton is nearly half the price, you can upgrade hardware and have a better instrument for around the same price

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Such a deal!

  • @user-gh2kb8oq9r
    @user-gh2kb8oq9r6 ай бұрын

    Si sente benissimo che è equalizzato Troppo forte le alte

  • @dandaris2153
    @dandaris2153 Жыл бұрын

    I prefer the Benton sound. So sad my back is not strong enough for that 5 kg bass.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    Жыл бұрын

    It is a heavy beast. Good for studio work!

  • @dandaris2153

    @dandaris2153

    Жыл бұрын

    @@JonnyDibble I LOVE the neck, so far.

  • @kevinturvey8213

    @kevinturvey8213

    Жыл бұрын

    do some exercises

  • @adamtucker3128
    @adamtucker31282 жыл бұрын

    This review is not helping my GAS for one of those Harley Bentons... Those Roswell pickups sound fantastic.

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Many apologies

  • @Alex_994
    @Alex_9942 жыл бұрын

    Squier just sounds better in mix and live.

  • @geraldp494
    @geraldp4943 жыл бұрын

    HB WINS EVERY TIME...EASY

  • @dannyhelton9314
    @dannyhelton93146 ай бұрын

    I think you’re getting paid by Fender!!! Other than the great look of Squier… the HB sounded far superior (at least on my speakers)…so were you endorsed by Fender???

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    6 ай бұрын

    I wish 😂😂😂

  • @dannyhelton9314

    @dannyhelton9314

    6 ай бұрын

    …nothing wrong in being a team player!!!…just my opinion….great job on the video!!!👍❤️😊

  • @cubbykovu8955
    @cubbykovu89554 ай бұрын

    I don't like to play exepsnive instruments I am afraid to break them

  • @daveyboyd784
    @daveyboyd784 Жыл бұрын

    Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn!!! Squier got knocked the fck out!!! 🤕🤯😅😂😆

  • @ruitomagalhaes1946
    @ruitomagalhaes19462 жыл бұрын

    -pra que tanta palhaçada?

  • @Bass.Player
    @Bass.Player3 жыл бұрын

    Why not show the items while you talk about them. Is this a video about your mug?

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    3 жыл бұрын

    So I did have some B roll, but I accidentally wiped the card 😆😆😆 plenty if shots in the other videos

  • @bernhardmagsaam5209
    @bernhardmagsaam52092 жыл бұрын

    .... tooooo much words - come on :-((

  • @JonnyDibble

    @JonnyDibble

    2 жыл бұрын

    Can always skip my face 😄

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