Harley Benton HBMA-50E Mandoline VS Reviews

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12 years ago

Very good for the price

The finish may be a little rough around the edges but for the price this is a great instrument. I've used it live with no problems at all. The stock strings weren't very good but I restrung it with D'Addarios and it made a massive difference. I'm no mandolin expert and this is my first, but I'm impressed with the sound and playability of such a cheap instrument.

Short version: buy one, but buy some new strings as well.

12 years ago

Harley Benton HBMA-50E Mandoline

crazy money for such a wonderful instrument - I have played it live with the band and its amazing starter mandoline for the price - you cant go wrong!

12 years ago

My firts mandolin....

I have wanted a mandolin for some time but had no idea what I was looking for. My budget was limited and so was my choice. Someone recommended this mandolin to me and after giving it some thought I decided to order it. I have to say I was not disappointed! It is very well made and the finish is excellent, more importantly its a nice instrument to play and has a beautiful tone.

Well worth considering if you have a limited budget

12 years ago

Nice, basic mandolin

Not really a mandolin player, but I thought it would be nice to have one to play around with, Nice looking instrument, seems solid enough, and it has a pick-up if I ever need to plug in.