Is this the BEST cheap bass?!? The $250 Harley Benton JB75
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0:00 intro and discussion
0:45 recording chain
0:51 solo'ed bass
2:26 how is it so cheap?
2:51 in a funk context
3:17 in a punk/rock context
3:55 slap because you have to sometimes
4:35 in a fusion context
I got this bass about a month ago now, and after playing it a bunch, recording several tracks with it, and letting it settle in, I can honestly say this is the best low-cost instrument I've ever had. It was cheaper than any other piece on the market except the random Amazon / eBay guitars, but it actually has all the attributes of a MUCH more expensive instrument.
Things like an ash body, a maple neck, and a set of Alnico pickups take it far above the level of the others. Frankly, it's more like a $600 bass, but it was $250 (including shipping from Germany). If you're in EU, the shipping will be quite a bit less.
My only complaints? It's a bit heavy, but every ash body jazz bass will be, because that's a very dense wood. Also I may re-finish it at some point because tbh I just don't love the look of natural-finish instruments. Gimme that early 60s-style nitrocellulose.
I can't help but dig into it because it's got that classic jazz bass growl that's just so fun! I would wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone, no matter their skill level.
Check it out and let me know what you think!
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I bought one too. I'm so happy with it. I love the tone and the building quality. So far, the only bass of wich I like the tone (a little bit) better is the original '68 Fender Jazz bass. Can't afford that one though, and the tone difference does not make up for the difference in price, I'm afraid. How Harley Benton can make this instrument for this price I can't understand. But I'm glad I bought one.
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
100% agree you have to spend a lot more to get a noticeable improvement over this one.
Love the editing on this vid! And always enjoy hearing you on bass bro
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I’m thinking about doing a full bass lesson series, it’s been a while since I really focused on it!
@DrDannyMannGuitar
2 жыл бұрын
@@jackpaynebassist I would be totally on that! I recently got a nice bass and really want to play more
I almost bought one of these but when I saw the Ash body I knew it would be a heavy one. Very beautiful and sounds awesome. I still may go for the HB JB-20. Thanks for the post.
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah part of me is considering routing out some of the body if I were to use it live.
0:00 intro and discussion 0:45 recording chain 0:51 solo'ed bass 2:26 how is it so cheap? 2:51 in a funk context 3:17 in a punk/rock context 3:55 slap because you have to sometimes 4:35 in a fusion context
I have the same one ,love it and l always get comps
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
I believe it! It's an excellent axe.
A good post..thanks. I'm a beginner (again). I had a German Warwick Corvette to start with but found it way too heavy..switched to a PB but couldn't handle the neck width...maybe this JB is the way to go!
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! I will say this jazz bass is pretty heavy, it comes in at a whopping 12lbs!
Well, I don’t know if it’s the best cheap bass, but I have it, and after been playing for 2 years still very very awesome.
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
Very awesome and very cheap indeed!
I just got this bass today (B-stock purchase) and the fit and finish, the pickups, the ash body and maple neck puts the Fender basses to shame,...and for only a fraction of the price. I got mine from Thomann in Germany, shipped to the U.S. in five days, for only $135, plus shipping.
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
They're really great!
@anotherrandombassguitarcha9482
Жыл бұрын
@@jackpaynebassist ....indeed, they really are.
I got the MV-4JB with Gotoh tuners… 🤘🏾
I love the look of this bass.the headstock reminds me of the Flintstones..yabba Dabba doooooo!!! Thats a good thing btw.
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
Definitely got big Dino rib energy
Great demo, your playing ability showcased it well. A 70's jazz bass should be ash but there's heavy and light. Many of the cheaper basses that use ash end up heavy. e.g. The Japanese 75 reissue. They are noticeably heavy compared to the US counterpart and also generally 3 piece instead of 2. You get what you pay for but as a second or beginner these look like a great option.
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! That's exactly how i feel about this one. Honestly the weight is my only complaint, everything else about it is fantastic.
Geiles Teil, geile Brille.
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
Danke schön!
Cool bass🎸, nice color. Sounds very awesome. Wondering how heavy is it. 🎶I stop playin because of my back, and bben looking for something lighter.🎹
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
I weighed this one the other days it's like 12 pounds. That's the only real problem with it.
@charleswidmore5458
Жыл бұрын
could you thin the body on the back about 1/3rd of an inch to lower the weight?
I bought it and I'm glad I did. It sounds perfect.....it looks perfect. A bit heavy but I don't mind.
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
Great to hear! That was my exact experience with it. They record wonderfully.
@peterkaiser3682
Жыл бұрын
@@jackpaynebassist actually I would need a few tips for editing recorded bass in DAW(Cakewalk)....I'm kinda new in this so if you could share some hints....
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
@@peterkaiser3682 i'm unfortunately not super familiar with cakewalk, but i'm sure there are a bunch of other videos with people who are!
Got me GASing for a Harley Benton bass now. Thanks 😆
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
I can honestly say it’s well worth the money
bought one lastbweek. love it. only thing is pickup cant be lowered enough. experience that crack noise when slappingm apart from that uk price 133. BARGAIN
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
You can always route out a lower pickup cavity!
yo what is that jazz bass at 2:34 i LOVE that color!!!
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
It is an MIJ Aerodyne Jazz. It's a non export model so look at Japanese sellers to find one. It is the absolute prettiest
@Blakeadam52
2 жыл бұрын
@@jackpaynebassist BRO i was WONDERING why it looked like an aerodyne! Lol
hey man! Thank you for this review. I am 153 centimeters tall girl. Everyone says that this bass has got a big body and is really heavy. But i'm in love with the looks. I'm going to play standing. So do you think this bass is right for me or not really?
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
It is a very heavy bass, I measured it at almost 6.5kg! The best way to help with that is to get a very wide strap to spread out the weight on your shoulder. I'm a big fan of wide leather straps for guitars!
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
I think the Squier series basses are lighter, although they are a bit more expensive.
Hey Good Day. May I ask is it heavier than 'normal' bass guitar? do you think it is a heavy one? I am a guitar player and doesnt like heavy one as it is a bit hard when you stand when playing a heavy one.... thx!
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
Yes, it is definitely heavier - most basses I have are more like 7-10 lbs but this measured 12lbs on my scale!
I bought one couple of weeks ago. It is intended asa moding platform but damn, I don't think I'll have to change a lot. I have no idea how do they manage to build such a good instrument for a 170€. It is a bargain. I tryed an almost the same Squier Jazz bass several times and the only diffrence is the headstock shape and the price tag. I brought it to my band rehersal, they couldnt belive the sound and build quality. And mind you, I was really sceptical. I saw a bunch of videos on that bass and Harley Benton in general and 97% of them were saying only good stuff. I thought Thomann is really investing in marketing but they got me convicned with this one...
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
I thought I would change the pickups too but it's not necessary!
@SD0409
Жыл бұрын
@@jackpaynebassist Right? The more I play it the more I like the sound...
@jackpaynebassist
Жыл бұрын
@@SD0409 They're solidly constructed Alnico V pickups. My only beef with the bass was the weight!
@SD0409
Жыл бұрын
@@jackpaynebassist you are right. It is a heavy one.
This the Best cheap bassplayer. 67%......sorry.↙️
send two HB bassed back cause they were shit, squier is a lot better, get a squier
@jackpaynebassist
2 жыл бұрын
That's a shame! I've had some decent Squiers in the past too, but this one is far better than any I've personally had. With any of these cheap instruments, knowing how to do the basic setups usually gets you a very playable instrument.