Sandberg California Central PF CSB
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
$1,912€1,699Check ↗
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 3 of 5.
Sandberg California II TT 4 Short BK
Short Scale Basses
$2,249€1,999Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM 4 TB
4-String J-Basses
$2,418€2,149Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM 4 PF BKB LH
4-String Lefthanded Basses
$1,934€1,719Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT 5 MN NT
5-String J-Basses
$2,306€2,049Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM4 RW 3TS HCAR
4-String J-Basses
$2,925€2,599Check ↗
Sandberg California II VT 5 BK Rst FL
Fretless Basses
$2,542€2,259Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT4 FL G Passiv
Fretless Basses
$2,418€2,149Check ↗
Sandberg Basic 5 Eby VB FL
Fretless Basses
$1,979€1,759Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM4 Ida Nielsen
Signature Basses
$3,037€2,699Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT 4 RMN HA CB
4-String J-Basses
$3,375€2,999Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT 4 RMN VB
4-String J-Basses
$2,306€2,049Check ↗
Sandberg California TM 5 NT
5-String J-Basses
$2,239€1,990Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT 4 BK
4-String J-Basses
$2,249€1,999Check ↗
Sandberg Florence 4 LH MN BRG
4-String Lefthanded Basses
$1,934€1,719Check ↗
Sandberg California II SLm TM4 MN BK
4-String J-Basses
$2,024€1,799Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM 4 BK LH
4-String Lefthanded Basses
$2,587€2,299Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT4 RW ORM HCA
4-String J-Basses
$2,925€2,599Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT4 MN BLK MHCA
4-String J-Basses
$4,162€3,699Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT4 RW RFB HCAM
4-String J-Basses
$3,937€3,499Check ↗
Sandberg Forty Eight 5 BK Victor Brandt
Signature Basses
$3,206€2,849Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT4 RW RFB HCA
4-String J-Basses
$2,868€2,549Check ↗
Sandberg Electra TT4 RW CR
4-String J-Basses
$1,057€939Check ↗
Sandberg California II VS 4 HCA TB LH
4-String Lefthanded Basses
$2,306€2,049Check ↗
Sandberg Basic 4 EB SPG
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
$3,937€3,499Check ↗
Sandberg Electra TM EF MH SB
4-String J-Basses
$1,012€899Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM4 MN GB
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
$2,024€1,799Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM4 RB MN
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
$2,024€1,799Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM4 BKB MN
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
$2,024€1,799Check ↗
Sandberg California II SLm TT4 RM BK
4-String J-Basses
$2,362€2,099Check ↗
Sandberg California II SLm TT4 MN BK
4-String J-Basses
$2,047€1,819Check ↗
Sandberg California II SLm TM 5 MN BK
5-String J-Basses
$2,249€1,999Check ↗
Sandberg California II SLm TM 4 PF TB
4-String J-Basses
$2,081€1,849Check ↗
Sandberg California II SLm TM 4 PF NT
4-String J-Basses
$2,081€1,849Check ↗
Sandberg California II SLm TM4 Short GB
Short Scale Basses
$2,193€1,949Check ↗
Sandberg California II VT 5 Red Burst
5-String P-Basses
$2,249€1,999Check ↗
Sandberg California VM2 BK
Premium Basses
$2,643€2,349Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM 4 Short BK LH
4-String Lefthanded Basses
$2,024€1,799Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT Short 3TS
Short Scale Basses
$2,306€2,049Check ↗
Sandberg California II VS 5 PF SA CW
5-String P-Basses
$2,531€2,249Check ↗
Sandberg California II TT 5 BK 35"
5-String J-Basses
$3,262€2,899Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM 4 Short Green
Short Scale Basses
$2,137€1,899Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM2 Brownburst
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
$2,362€2,099Check ↗
Sandberg California TT Short PF BB
Short Scale Basses
$1,912€1,699Check ↗
Sandberg California II TM 5 PF NT FLwL
Fretless Basses
$2,081€1,849Check ↗
Sandberg Basic Ken Taylor 4 RW TSB
Signature Basses
$1,968€1,749Check ↗
Sandberg California TT Short PF CRE SA
Short Scale Basses
$2,418€2,149Check ↗
Sandberg Panther 5 fretless 35"
Fretless Basses
$2,520€2,239Check ↗
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.