Sandberg California II SL TT 4 Short NT
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Sandberg
California II SL TT 4 Short NT
Product Info
Article Number:
515318
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California II SL TT 4 Short NT
Category:
Short Scale Basses
Price:
$2,088.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The California II SL TT 4 is a seriously cool short-scale bass. Its lightweight construction and snappy bolt-on neck make it a joy to play, and those Blacklabel pickups deliver a fantastic, vintage-inspired tone that cuts through the mix. This is a great option for gigging musicians or players who want a comfortable, versatile bass with a distinct character.
Product Description
- Sandberg California II SL TT 4 Short NT
- Electric Bass
- Body: Paulownia
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Pau Ferro
- White dot fretboard inlays
- Scale length: 762 mm (30")
- Nut width: 39.4 mm (1.55")
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Sandberg Blacklabel T Noiseless Single Coils
- Active/passive electronics with 2-band EQ
- Master volume control with push/pull function
- Balance
- treble and bass controls
- Black pickguard
- Sandberg Lightweight machine heads
- Black hardware
- Colour: Natural matt
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Paulownia body offers surprising resonance and lightweight feel
- • Blacklabel pickups deliver articulate, vintage-inspired tones with minimal noise
- • Bolt-on neck provides snappy response and comfortable playability
- • German craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and reliable hardware
CONS
- • Pau Ferro fretboard can feel slightly drier compared to rosewood
- • Short scale might not suit players needing extended reach or super low tunings
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to basses with more complex EQ options
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Paulownia
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Pickups
Sandberg Blacklabel T Noiseless Single Coils
Scale Length
762 mm (30 in)
Frets
22
Strings
4
Weight
Approximately 8.8 lbs (4 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Switching to passive mode mellows the tone, reducing the EQ's impact and providing a more classic, warmer sound. It’s a nice way to dial back the aggression when needed.
The frets are slightly rounded, offering a comfortable playing experience without being overly pronounced. It's a nice balance for both fast playing and comfortable chords.
The balance control adjusts the relative output of the pickups, allowing you to tailor the tonal emphasis between the bridge and neck pickups for a more focused sound or a wider spectrum.
