Harley Benton HBMA-50 Mandoline VS 5-stars Reviews

Absolutely Brilliant! (for the price)

Harley Benton HBMA-50 Mandoline VS is amazing for the money. Bought as an impulse purchase and now proudly in my collection of instruments. Ideal for a beginner or someone looking for an A-shape mandolin for travelling/festivals. If you're looking to learn seriously I would recommend purchasing a mid range upmarket model. I was pleasantly surprised with this purchase and recommend.

Pros:

- Spruce top, basswood body, teak neck, rosewood fretboard are surprising high quality.

- Rosewood Saddle is great.

- Attractive instrument

Cons:

- Finishing patchy and not perfect at times.

- String only "okay", if possible change

Really pleased with this item. The stock strings were a little tarnished but at this price point I didn't expect them to be great. After a change, it sounds excellent. Quite impressive there are no flaws in the finish at all. Amazing how they do it for the price. If you're thinking of learning but don't want to invest loads of money yet, go for it, you won't regret it! (guitar player of 25 years)

Mandolin

A good entry instrument, took a little longer than expected to tune in.

Great sound, good value for money considering what can be paid.