Blindfold Challenge: Squier Classic Vibe VS Harley Benton Jazz Bass
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- Опубліковано 5 лип 2024
- Removing the element of sight, which basses will I prefer on these two 70s inspired basses?!
Let me know which you prefer in the comments. Full review of the Harley Benton and shootout coming soon!
Click here to watch my review of the Squier Classic Vibe:
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Harley Benton VT JB:
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Squier Classic Vibe 70s Jazz Bass:
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I have that squire. Every single time Jonny was about to mention a characteristic about it, he said the exact opposite I *thought* he would say about it. I love my bass and at this point in my life. I'll stick with the one that brought me to the dance.
It's a great bass! Can't wait to shoot these out properly 😊
I can't say that you would really notice a difference in sound on stage with drums and the room ambiance but I believe by the last set the extra weight could give you an aching shoulder. For that reason I would personally go for the Squier for live performances and maybe the HB in the studio.
Cheers for doing this shoot out and I cant wait for the review of the Harley Benton because I firmly believe they are better than people give them credit, especially given their price.
There is a lot of elitism in the music gear world unfortunately! But yeah, I've had good experiences with HB!
Alway love the comparison reviews. Thanks a lot. You just stimulated me in buying my second HB Bass. Although the frets were sharpish and the neck pickup was not proper installed I decided to keep it anyway. Very nice color (metallic blue) and itś just a good basis to tweak it ....
Ah nice one! I havent tried the JB-20, they're all such great value for money though 😁 Cheers!
The HB is my favourite!
Can't wait to do the full review! 😁
I love this concept!
Wish Andertons did more blindfolded bass stuff!
Still not sure with the differences in smell are between the two basses ;P
After my hands have been on them, they both stink of ditch.
I really wish the HBs weren't so heavy. I went with a J&D Bass which is similar to HB but a little bit lighter - still not as light as i'd like it maybe but very nice bass overall. I'd really like if HB address this in future, otherwise I'll probably get something else for a second bass.
Interesting video as always, good to see that you experiment with different forms of videos! Have you considered taking a look at Aria Pro II Jet-B bass? Seems to be a cool alternative to standard jazz bass. Greetings from Poland :D
Thanks very much! Was going to do this as part of my full comparison, but thought this was more fun 😊
@@JonnyDibble Can't wait then!
I'm just wondering is the heaviness of the Harley Benton jazz bass a sign of a cheaper wood that was used to make the body? Or is it just that they used a heavier kind of wood compared to the Squier jazz bass?
@Сергей Демешкин So Ash is heavier than Poplar? Would Ash be considering a cheaper wood to Poplar?
Ash is more expensive, but I presume heavy ash is relatively cheaper than lighter (swamp) ash.
Loooove the HB; deep sound too. Only negative side: heavy to stand with. Sitting is oke.
I like the block inlays. I will buy a HB as soon as they are back in stock. All ready have the fretless J Bass and it's heavy as hell;
I like to have my basses have a bit of weight to them, the HB is QUITE heavy though 😅
Yes; it's a bit of a workout to play it
Need to say thanks to the gracious assistant , Mrs Dibbles
I will pass on the thanks x
Could You do this with their PJs?
You can immediately recognize by tone knob
The HB is £200 less than the squier at thomann currently. If you're not satisfied with the pups you could easily get upgrades with the extra cash. Then again for me is it worth doing? If you're using it to gig with nobody in the audience will ever say I don't like the tone of that bass 🤣 and for recording everything is manipulated through the daw anyway.
I know it's nice to have things that people go 'ooooo' at but who could honestly tell in those situations? Probably only the player 😳👍👍👍
I think you are a pretty awesome player, thanks for the comparison 👍👍👍👍
Depends what kind of tone your after too! I think having something consistent, reliable and fun to play is super important 😊 Thanks very much!
Nice. Think I just slightly prefer the HB with a pick.
It's got a great growl to that neck pickup!
I picked up the HB second hand practically for nothing. It has a great aggressive pick tone that I love.
I was gonna mod the bass but to be honest I'm gonna leave as is.
Great for the money.
They sound pretty the same but if i had to choose one i should say the squier...for the fact that the Harley seems to be heavier and because the squier is made in indonesia...i had many instruments made in Indonesia ,i'm trust of them..good review jonny...yeah!!🙂🙂🤪
It is a heavy beast! There are some great affordable basses coming out from Indonesia 😊 Cheers!
Nice comparison video. I've not played either of them but I'd heard that the Harley Benton was a touch on the heavy side
Its a bit of a beast! Thanks 😊
@@JonnyDibble I'm glad It isn't just mine that weighs the same as a small moon
@@Barrow754 that's no moon
@@JonnyDibble They done a great job matching the ash to the point I thought it was a two piece body for a few months
Nice video, but you had to know which was which by the feel of the neck. The Squire has a heavier finish on it.
That's what gave it away!
He's right though. I had a harley benton for about a week. It was a 4 string that weighed almost 12lbs. It was a shame because it was built great for the price, but there is no way a 12lb bass is every going to work for me. Good to know it wasn't just mine. Wonder why they all weigh so much.
Body is American Ash, guess thats got some WEIGHT to it!!
@@JonnyDibble Sometimes, but that was the first time I ever held a 12lb 4 string J style instrument.
just boightnthe harley Benton today based on comparison loose difference vs price and the fact i could use pay in 3 with paypal credit on 143 quid :)
You didn’t do the blind knob test Jonny! Missed opportunity. 😂
There's a blind knob in screen at all times in this video! 😆
the weight of a bass is best heavier so it holds its self sonu can beat it hearder ehen slapping.
ule be able to tell by the necks finish
Good brother 👍👍👍
Thanks! ☺
The Jb ist best.
That Squier bass has better sound (pickups) and it's slimmer and lighter...it's enough to spend 255 euros more!
if the bass is well made, it can not be fender^^
Squire is more jazz bass
Hey it turns out Daredevil is pretty good on Bass!
Lawyer by day, bassist by night 😈
I prefer the other guy with the messy hair and glasses. This new guy is rubbish 😉😆
The evolved pokemon is never as iconic.
@@JonnyDibble charizard just called and he's pretty upset with you lol
@@GC-rg6in it's cool, Blastoise and I are pretty tight 🤜🤛