Sandberg California Central 5 Black PF
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Sandberg
California Central 5 Black PF
Product Info
Article Number:
540206
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California Central 5 Black PF
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$2,308.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The California Central 5 Black PF is a seriously impressive instrument – German engineering shines through. The ash body gives it a really focused, defined low end, and those Sandberg pickups have a modern, aggressive edge. This bass is ideal for players wanting a high-quality, versatile 5-string with a touch of vintage vibe, perfect for rock, funk, and modern genres.
Product Description
- Sandberg California Central 5 Black PF
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Ash
- Neck: Maple
- Neck attachment: Bolt-on
- Fretboard: Pau Ferro
- 22 Frets
- Nut width: 45 mm
- Scale: 889 mm
- Pickguard: Black
- Pickup: Sandberg Plus humbucker
- Electronics: 3-Band EQ active/passive
- Controls: Master volume (push/pull)
- balance
- treble
- midrange
- bass
- Hardware finish: Pearlblack
- Machine heads: Sandberg lightweight
- Incl. gig bag
- Colour: Black
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Ash body delivers focused, articulate low-end response.
- • Sandberg Plus humbuckers provide a powerful, modern tone.
- • Bolt-on neck offers a snappy, immediate feel and excellent adjustability.
- • Pearlblack hardware adds a touch of class and visual appeal.
CONS
- • Ash body can make it slightly heavier than some basses.
- • Pau Ferro fretboard might feel a bit dry for some players initially.
- • 3-band EQ, while versatile, lacks the precision of more complex systems.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Pickups
Sandberg Plus humbucker
Scale Length
889 mm
Frets
22
Strings
5-String
Weight
4.3 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bolt-on necks generally offer a more immediate attack and slightly less sustain than neck-through designs, but the Sandberg's construction minimizes this difference significantly.
They offer a healthy output without being overly hot, providing a balanced tone with plenty of punch and clarity – great for a variety of styles.
Pau Ferro is generally a bit harder and denser than Rosewood, offering a slightly smoother feel and often requiring less frequent oiling.
