Sandberg Basic 4 PF NT
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Sandberg
Basic 4 PF NT
Product Info
Article Number:
438287
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
Basic 4 PF NT
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$1,692.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Basic 4 PF NT is a seriously solid German-made bass that nails a classic, punchy tone. It’s surprisingly versatile thanks to the active EQ, and the bolt-on neck gives it a lively feel. This is an ideal choice for players wanting a high-quality instrument with a warm, focused voice – perfect for rock, blues, and funk.
Product Description
- Sandberg Basic 4 PF NT
- Electric Bass
- Body: Ash
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Pau Ferro
- Dot fretboard inlays
- Nut width: 40 mm (1.57")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Fretboard radius: 14"
- 24 Frets
- Pickups: 1 Sandberg humbucker
- 3-Band active / passive EQ
- Master Volume
- Treble
- Mid and Bass controls
- Black pickguard
- Black hardware
- Sandberg lightweight mechanics
- Colour: nature
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Ash body provides a warm, resonant foundation for the tone.
- • Bolt-on maple neck offers snappy attack and comfortable playability.
- • Sandberg humbucker delivers a focused, powerful, and articulate low-end.
- • German craftsmanship ensures excellent build quality and reliable hardware.
CONS
- • Nature finish might not appeal to players seeking a more modern aesthetic.
- • Active EQ adds versatility but relies on a single battery.
- • Pau Ferro fretboard, while nice, lacks the slickness of ebony.
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Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Pickups
1 Sandberg humbucker
Scale Length
864 mm (34in)
Frets
24
Strings
Standard 4-string set (likely Nickel-plated Steel)
Weight
Approximately 8.8-9.7 lbs (4-4.4 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Sandberg pickup offers a more focused and articulate low-end, leaning towards a vintage-inspired tone with a tight, controlled response, unlike the broader, sometimes more scooped sounds of some Fender pickups.
It’s a genuine asset, adding a useful boost and tonal shaping options – you can easily switch to passive mode if preferred, providing flexibility for different playing styles and amps.
The nature finish is a matte, oiled finish, so it will require occasional re-oiling to maintain its appearance and protect the wood – it’s a simple process, but something to be aware of.
