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Harley Benton BeatBass
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Published on 08/16/06 at 05:47
Imitation Hofner bass (played by Paul McCartney in particular the time of the Beatles).
Short handle (ideal for guitarists).
2 humbuckers with separate volume controls and a single tone for all.
No dial, no plate (pickguard).
Very nice finish, a feast for the eyes!
Fund convex (archtop).
Adjustable easel.
Chinese-made.
Comes with a cord jack.
Unbeatable price, 155 euros Thomann, delivered at home to 10 other small euros.

UTILIZATION

Very enjoyable to play right out of box. Even with the strings of origin.
That said I think shooting them a little light, so I will change soon.
I quickly found a sound that I like.
The small size and light weight are significant.
The particular shape is not a problem to play seated.

Perfect for the guitarist seeking a record low for models or just have fun from time to time. Obviously it is not worth a real Höfner!

SOUNDS

The sound that interests me is that of ... Beatles!
A rounded tone, dull and accurate is easily obtained with the neck pickup alone and cutting the treble with the tone knob.
However we can also obtain treble to slap but then I'm not an expert and in my opinion this is not why we chose this bass.
In any case perfect for rock, pop, in particular, but also the blues or jazz.
By the way, I use a Fender Twin Reverb amp (sorry I am guitarist), but it sounds!

OVERALL OPINION

I for a month. I play in a group of sixties garage rock.
As a guitarist, I did not want to type a lower accuracy because of the length of the handle.
What I like most: lightness, space, sound, look and price!
What I like least:
- Putting the cash bulging cords high enough at the easel
- The absence of selector
- The lack of skid plate,
but these are small details that you get used easily.
In my opinion, the price / quality ratio is simply amazing!
This choice I would do without hesitation.