Harley Benton HBV 990RD Electric Violin

Electric Violin

Size: 4/4
Active pickup system
Body: Basswood
Plastic frame
Fingerboard and tuning pegs: Birch
Headphone outputs
Jack output
Colour: Red
Includes a case, shoulder rest, composite bow, rosin and 9V battery

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Available since February 2015

Item number 351785

Sales Unit 1 piece(s)

Number of Strings 4

Fretboard Birch (Betula Albosinensis)

Body Material Maple

Pegs Birch

Chin rest Wooden

Neck Maple

Incl. Bag No

Incl. Case Yes

Incl. Bow Yes

Incl. Shoulder Rest Yes

Incl. 4 Fine Tuners Yes

Size 4/4

Electronics Active

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The perfect entry into the world of electric violins

The Harley Benton HBV 990RD electric violin does not have an acoustically resonant body like a classical violin, but a solid centre block instead. This means that the instrument is primarily designed for electrically amplified playing, which is possible thanks to an active pickup system complete with a three-band EQ and various connection options. A circumferential black plastic frame provides the perfect grip when playing. Starting on the electric violin is as easy as can be with this instrument featuring a fine bird's-eye maple finish. In addition to the violin itself, the scope of delivery includes a case, a shoulder rest, a composite bow, rosin for coating the bow hair, and a 9V battery for powering the active pickup.

A perfectly designed instrument

The body of the Harley Benton HBV 990RD is made of basswood with a red finish, and the neck is made from maple, as used on classical violins. The tailpiece features a set of fine-tuners to facilitate precise tuning of the violin. The pickup unit is active (i.e. equipped with a preamp) and allows the volume to be controlled via a rotary knob on the underside of the instrument, while the three faders adjust the bass, middle, and treble frequencies as desired. The compartment for the 9V battery that powers the pickup system and the mount for the chin rest are also located on the underside. Two mini-jack sockets (3.5mm) are placed laterally so that headphones and an external sound source, such as an MP3 player, can be connected. These features are very useful when practising: For example, backing tracks can be listened to using headphones.

This one can be really loud!

Violinists from all manner of musical backgrounds will be delighted by the Harley Benton HBV 990RD, because this instrument comes with straightforward amplification that is also very flexible in terms of sound. With the piezo-based pick-up system, feedback problems are hardly to be expected, even at higher volumes. The attractive price makes the Harley Benton HBV 990RD suitable not only for beginners, but also for advanced players who are looking for a flexible electric violin as a second instrument. Incidentally, many violin players use an electric violin alongside their acoustic one for practising at home - so the neighbours are not bombarded with piercing violin tones. In any case, the unamplified sound of the Harley Benton HBV 990BEM is loud enough to be heard at a sufficient volume when playing alone.

About Harley Benton

Since 1998, the Harley Benton brand has been catering for the needs of numerous guitarists and bassists. In addition to an extensive range of stringed instruments, Thomann's house brand also offers a wide choice of amplifiers, speakers, effect pedals, and other accessories. In total, the range includes over 1,500 products. Built by established names in the industry, all Harley Benton products combine quality and reliability at attractive and affordable prices. The continuous expansion of the range ensures that Harley Benton always provides new, exciting, and innovative products that keep players perfectly in tune with the musical world, day after day.

Sounds to suit any style

The Harley Benton HBV 990RD is the perfect all-in-one instrument to explore the wide and varied world of electric violins, and it comes at an exceptionally attractive price. Whether it's in a Jazz combo, a Bluesgrass group, or a Rock band: Wherever a clear and powerfully amplified violin sound is required, this electric violin hits the spot. Thanks to its active pickup system, the Harley Benton HBV 990RD is totally hassle-free when playing - just plug it into an acoustic amplifier or sound system, adjust the volume and timbre, and you're ready to go. Moreover, if you like experimental sounds, you will enjoy enhancing the violin's sound using effects devices. Whether pimped with distortion, echo or octaver, or simply played with an unadulterated, loud sound - this electric violin is real fun.

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Amazing Electric Violin :)

Dr.Diva 21.04.2024

I purchased this violin according to the positive reviews and kept my fingers crossed....and the quality of this violin exceeded my expectations. The violin is light and has a wonderful soft shoulder rest. It comes in a very good case with a bow that is surprisingly good! The sound of the violin is decent, and one can play this violin somewhere onstage or for practising at home without annoying the neighbours. My impressions all together are for 5 stars. It is just wonderful!

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Good first violin

Nez 18.10.2020

The violin is pretty good for it's price.
The case is great.
However the strings and the bow feel a bit low quality, but easily replaced.
Overall very happy with my purchase and looking forward to continue my practice with this violin.

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Erfüllt die Erwartungen in dieser Preiskategorie

MichaelScha 26.10.2020

Ich habe mir zusätzlich zu meiner klassischen Violine nun als E-Violine die Harley Benton HBV 990RD zugelegt. Hauptzweck für mich ist das direkte Einspielen von Tracks (insbesondere Begleitungen) mit Effekten über das Interface ohne Micing. Diese E-Violine erfüllt für mich dafür voll ihren Zweck und ich bin mit Preis/Leistung rundum zufrieden. Ich gehe auch davon aus, dass sich mit einem Wechsel auf höherwertige Saiten klanglich noch deutlich mehr herausholen lässt (habe die Saiten schon besorgt, aber noch nicht getauscht). Lediglich die mitgelieferte Schulterstütze passte für mich nicht wirklich, hält auch nicht sonderlich gut am Instrument und bietet kaum Einstellmöglichkeiten. Ich habe mir hier mit einer Kun-Schulterstütze beholfen.

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Un bon violon électrique de débutant

Roseau 29.11.2021

Acheté pour ma fille qui débute au violon, nous avons changé les cordes et l'épaulière, réglé le chevalet: très bon résultat.
Un peu plus lourd qu'un violon accoustique, mais on peut avec ça répéter au casque sans déranger et en jouant sur de l'harmonie (IrealPro) ou un morceau mp3 grâce à l'entrée audio.
Ça ne remplace pas totalement un violon accoustique, mais on peut par contre exploiter de suite et avec un très bon son des pédales d'effets.

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