Sandberg California V FL SA 3TSB
Fretless Basses
$2,385€2,119Check ↗
Brand profile · Sweden, est. 1987
Sandberg
Sandberg Guitars, hailing from Sweden, has cultivated a reputation for crafting exceptionally high-quality, European-made basses and guitars. The brand emphasizes meticulous construction, unique aesthetic details, and a focus on delivering powerful, articulate tones. Sandberg instruments are highly regarded within professional circles for their playability and distinctive character.
Patchwork Series (aesthetic and construction)California Series (tone and versatility)High-end hardware appointmentsEuropean craftsmanshipUnique body wood combinations
1987founded
Swedencountry
213products in stock
$955–$5,288price range
Sandberg in the charts
Every chart where Sandberg has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Sandberg 4-String J-Basses
51 models$1,012 – $4,275Best Sandberg 4-String P-Basses
35 models$955 – $3,712Best Sandberg 5-String J-Basses
24 models$1,124 – $4,388Best Sandberg short scale basses
19 models$1,631 – $2,587Best Sandberg 4-String lefthanded basses
12 models$1,574 – $2,812Best Sandberg 5-String P-Basses
11 models$2,137 – $3,712Best Sandberg fretless basses
10 models$1,811 – $2,587Best Sandberg premium basses
5 models$2,643 – $5,288
51 models$1,012 – $4,275Best Sandberg 4-String P-Basses
35 models$955 – $3,712Best Sandberg 5-String J-Basses
24 models$1,124 – $4,388Best Sandberg short scale basses
19 models$1,631 – $2,587Best Sandberg 4-String lefthanded basses
12 models$1,574 – $2,812Best Sandberg 5-String P-Basses
11 models$2,137 – $3,712Best Sandberg fretless basses
10 models$1,811 – $2,587Best Sandberg premium basses
5 models$2,643 – $5,288
All 213 Sandberg products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 1 of 5.
Sandberg California VS Lionel RW BKB
Short Scale Basses
$1,912€1,699Check ↗
Sandberg California VS Lionel RW CHSB
Short Scale Basses
$1,912€1,699Check ↗
Sandberg California VS Lionel HCA GB
Short Scale Basses
$2,587€2,299Check ↗
Sandberg California VS Lionel NT
Short Scale Basses
$2,024€1,799Check ↗
Sandberg California VS Lionel PF BK
Short Scale Basses
$2,024€1,799Check ↗
Sandberg California VS Lionel BB
Short Scale Basses
$1,653€1,469Check ↗
Sandberg California VS Lionel PF CR
Short Scale Basses
$2,047€1,819Check ↗
Sandberg California VS RB LH
4-String Lefthanded Basses
$1,631€1,449Check ↗
Sandberg California Central 5 Black MN
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$2,418€2,149Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 VW HCA
4-String P-Basses
$3,037€2,699Check ↗
Sandberg California Central 5 Black PF
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$2,362€2,099Check ↗
Sandberg California VS Lionel BK LH
4-String Lefthanded Basses
$1,574€1,399Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 5 PF MR HG
5-String P-Basses
$2,306€2,049Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 MN GD HCA
4-String P-Basses
$2,925€2,599Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 RW BK
4-String P-Basses
$1,968€1,749Check ↗
Sandberg California Central 5 RW RB
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$2,700€2,399Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 EB Black
4-String P-Basses
$2,812€2,499Check ↗
Sandberg California Central 4 Black MN
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
$1,912€1,699Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 Black EB
4-String P-Basses
$2,249€1,999Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 MN OR HCA
4-String P-Basses
$2,756€2,449Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM4 MP Met Red
4-String J-Basses
$4,275€3,799Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM4 Nighthawk
4-String J-Basses
$2,362€2,099Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM4 MP Black
4-String J-Basses
$3,994€3,549Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 PF BB GH
4-String P-Basses
$1,968€1,749Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 EB BB
4-String P-Basses
$2,238€1,989Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 PF BB
4-String P-Basses
$1,901€1,689Check ↗
Sandberg Florence 4 MN MB
Short Scale Basses
$1,631€1,449Check ↗
Sandberg Florence 4 RW TSB
Short Scale Basses
$1,934€1,719Check ↗
Sandberg Florence 4 MN BRG
Short Scale Basses
$1,934€1,719Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM5 Ida Nielsen
5-String J-Basses
$3,262€2,899Check ↗
Sandberg California Central 5 PF TSB
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$2,587€2,299Check ↗
Sandberg Florence 4 RW RR
Short Scale Basses
$1,934€1,719Check ↗
Sandberg California Central 4 Black PF
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
$1,912€1,699Check ↗
Sandberg California II VS 4 RW SFG
4-String P-Basses
$2,441€2,169Check ↗
Sandberg California II VS 4 RW FR
4-String P-Basses
$2,475€2,199Check ↗
Sandberg California TT MN NT
4-String J-Basses
$2,159€1,919Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 5 MN HG BK
5-String P-Basses
$2,756€2,449Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 5 PF TSB
5-String P-Basses
$2,249€1,999Check ↗
Sandberg California II VS 4 PF 3TS
4-String P-Basses
$1,631€1,449Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM 5 MN RB
5-String J-Basses
$2,193€1,949Check ↗
Sandberg California II TSBS HCA
4-String J-Basses
$2,452€2,179Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 PF MR HCAR
4-String P-Basses
$3,037€2,699Check ↗
Sandberg California II VM 4 BK
4-String P-Basses
$2,925€2,599Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM 5 HCA Orange
5-String J-Basses
$3,262€2,899Check ↗
Sandberg California II VS 4 HCA LPB
4-String P-Basses
$2,306€2,049Check ↗
Sandberg California II VS 4 HCA TB
4-String P-Basses
$2,306€2,049Check ↗
Sandberg California II VS 4 Black
4-String P-Basses
$1,968€1,749Check ↗
Sandberg, honestly
What Sandberg does well
- Exceptional build quality and attention to detail
- Wide tonal palette across models
- Comfortable neck profiles and playability
- Visually striking and distinctive designs
- Excellent sustain and resonance
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, limiting accessibility
- Can be less readily available than larger brands
- Unique aesthetics may not appeal to all players
- Somewhat niche brand recognition
- Customization options can extend lead times
Questions about Sandberg
Where are Sandberg instruments made?
Sandberg instruments are meticulously handcrafted in Sweden, ensuring a high level of quality control and attention to detail throughout the manufacturing process.
What kind of wood finishes do Sandberg use?
Sandberg utilizes a range of premium finishes, including oil finishes which are favored for their feel and ability to allow the wood to breathe, as well as durable lacquers on certain models.
Are Sandberg basses known for a specific tonal characteristic?
Sandberg basses are recognized for their clarity and punch, offering a balanced and articulate tone suitable for a wide range of musical genres, often described as 'modern vintage' sound.