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Best Sandberg 4-String J-Basses 2025

Premium Sandberg 4-string j-basses - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Funk For Pop For R&B For Jazz For Session Work
BRANDS: Marcus Miller Harley Benton Fender Sandberg Sadowsky Squier
Sandberg California II TM4 MP Black - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Sandberg California II TM4 MP Black

by Sandberg
Pop R&B Funk
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup blending
✓ PROS
  • • Bright, punchy single-coil tone
  • • Versatile pickup blending
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may not suit all players
  • • Requires EQ adjustment for optimal tone

Sandberg California II TM4 MP BlackElectric BassSandberg Masterpiece SeriesVibration and thermo treatedBody: AlderNeck:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (2 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 533074
$3,904
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Sandberg California II Marlowe DK 4 BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Sandberg California II Marlowe DK 4 BK

by Sandberg
Session Work R&B Jazz
Key Feature:
• Excellent note definition
✓ PROS
  • • Classic Jazz Bass sound
  • • Bright, punchy single-coil tone
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth for some styles
  • • Single-coils can be noisy

Sandberg California II Marlowe DK 4 BKElectric BassMarlowe Signature ModelBody: Alder6-Piece maple bolt-on neck with...

⭐ 4.7/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 559574
$2,584
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Sandberg California TT MN NT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Sandberg California TT MN NT

by Sandberg
Pop R&B Session Work
Key Feature:
• Excellent note definition
✓ PROS
  • • Great for slap bass techniques
  • • Excellent note definition
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth for some styles
  • • String spacing may not suit all players

Sandberg California TT MN NTElectric BassAsh bodyBolt-on neck: MapleFretboard: Maple22 FretsFretboard radius: 356...

⭐ 4.8/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 446459
$2,111
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Sandberg California II TM4 RW BKB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Sandberg California II TM4 RW BKB

by Sandberg
Funk Rock Session Work
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup blending
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup blending
  • • Bright, punchy single-coil tone
✗ CONS
  • • Requires EQ adjustment for optimal tone
  • • Less output than humbucker basses

Sandberg California II TM4 RW BKBElectric BassBody: AshNeck: MapleFretboard: RosewoodScale: 34" (long scale)22...

⭐ 4.9/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 363348
$1,924
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Sandberg Electra TT4 RW 3TSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Sandberg Electra TT4 RW 3TSB

by Sandberg
Session Work Rock Jazz
Key Feature:
• Excellent note definition
✓ PROS
  • • Classic Jazz Bass sound
  • • Versatile pickup blending
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth for some styles
  • • Requires EQ adjustment for optimal tone

Sandberg Electra TT4 RW 3TSBElectric BassBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodScale: Long scale22...

⭐ 4.7/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 500524
$1,055
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Sandberg California II TM4 Marley Blue - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Sandberg California II TM4 Marley Blue

by Sandberg
Session Work Pop Funk
Key Feature:
• Classic Jazz Bass sound
✓ PROS
  • • Classic Jazz Bass sound
  • • Excellent note definition
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth for some styles
  • • Single-coils can be noisy

Sandberg California II TM4 Marley Blue4-String Electric BassAlder bodyMaple neckRosewood fingerboard (Dalbergia...

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 536487
$2,529
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Sandberg California II TM4 Creme HCAR - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Sandberg California II TM4 Creme HCAR

by Sandberg
Funk Pop Jazz
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup blending
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup blending
  • • Excellent note definition
✗ CONS
  • • Less output than humbucker basses
  • • Single-coils can be noisy

Sandberg California II TM4 Creme HCARElectric BassBody: Alderthermo-treatedNeck: MapleFretboard: MapleBlack block...

⭐ 4.9/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 514838
$3,024
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Sandberg California II TT4 MN BLK MHCA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Sandberg California II TT4 MN BLK MHCA

by Sandberg
Rock R&B Pop
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup blending
✓ PROS
  • • Bright, punchy single-coil tone
  • • Classic Jazz Bass sound
✗ CONS
  • • Less output than humbucker basses
  • • Requires EQ adjustment for optimal tone

Sandberg California II TT4 MN BLK MHCAElectric BassBody: Thermo alderNeck: Roasted mapleRoasted maple...

⭐ 4.6/5 (4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 590896
$4,069
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Sandberg California II TT 4 Greenburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Sandberg California II TT 4 Greenburst

by Sandberg
Jazz Funk Session Work
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup blending
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup blending
  • • Classic Jazz Bass sound
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may not suit all players
  • • Single-coils can be noisy

Sandberg California II TT 4 GreenburstElectric BassBody: AshBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFretboard: Birdseye mapleScale...

⭐ 4.7/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 515370
$2,309
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Sandberg California II TT 4 Buckeye - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Sandberg California II TT 4 Buckeye

by Sandberg
Funk Rock Session Work
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup blending
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup blending
  • • Great for slap bass techniques
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth for some styles
  • • Single-coils can be noisy

Sandberg California II TT 4 BuckeyeElectric BassBody: AshTop: Buckey mapleBolt-on neck: MapleFretboard: Ebony...

⭐ 4.5/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 526062
$3,464
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Sandberg California II TM4 RW NT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Sandberg California II TM4 RW NT

by Sandberg
Jazz Funk Session Work
Key Feature:
• Excellent note definition
✓ PROS
  • • Bright, punchy single-coil tone
  • • Classic Jazz Bass sound
✗ CONS
  • • May lack warmth for some styles
  • • Less output than humbucker basses

Sandberg California II TM4 RW NTElectric BassBody: AshNeck: MapleFretboard: RosewoodScale: 34 "(long scale)22...

⭐ 4.4/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 363350
$1,979
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Sandberg California II TTp 4 MN CSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Sandberg California II TTp 4 MN CSB

by Sandberg
R&B Funk Rock
Key Feature:
• Excellent note definition
✓ PROS
  • • Bright, punchy single-coil tone
  • • Versatile pickup blending
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may not suit all players
  • • Less output than humbucker basses

Sandberg California II TTp 4 MN CSBElectric BassBody: AshNeck: MapleNeck attachment: Bolt-onFretboard: Maple22 FretsNut...

⭐ 4.7/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 439389
$1,781
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Sandberg California II TM 4 Greenburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Sandberg California II TM 4 Greenburst

by Sandberg
Jazz Rock Pop
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup blending
✓ PROS
  • • Classic Jazz Bass sound
  • • Great for slap bass techniques
✗ CONS
  • • Single-coils can be noisy
  • • Less output than humbucker basses

Sandberg California II TM 4 GreenburstElectric BassBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia...

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 533075
$2,089
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Sandberg California II SL TT 4 Black RM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Sandberg California II SL TT 4 Black RM

by Sandberg
Session Work Rock R&B
Key Feature:
• Bright, punchy single-coil tone
✓ PROS
  • • Bright, punchy single-coil tone
  • • Great for slap bass techniques
✗ CONS
  • • Requires EQ adjustment for optimal tone
  • • Single-coils can be noisy

Sandberg California II SL TT 4 Black RMSandberg California II SL TT 4 Black RM4-String electric bassBody:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 522087
$2,309
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Sandberg California Grand Dark HCA San - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Sandberg California Grand Dark HCA San

by Sandberg
Funk R&B Session Work
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup blending
✓ PROS
  • • Great for slap bass techniques
  • • Classic Jazz Bass sound
✗ CONS
  • • Less output than humbucker basses
  • • Single-coils can be noisy

Sandberg California Grand Dark HCA SanElectric BassBody: AlderBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFretboard: Pau ferro22...

⭐ 4.6/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 505378
$2,749
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How to Choose the Best 4-String J-Basses

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 4-string j-basses typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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