Sandberg California II TM 4 TB
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Sandberg
California II TM 4 TB
Product Info
Article Number:
485683
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California II TM 4 TB
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$2,363.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The California II TM 4 TB is a seriously well-built bass – the roasted maple neck feels fantastic and the Delano pickups are a real highlight. It’s a great option for players wanting a versatile, punchy sound with a German pedigree, perfect for rock, funk, and modern styles.
Product Description
- Sandberg California II TM 4 TB
- Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fretboard: Roasted maple
- 22 Frets
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 39.4 mm (1.55")
- Pickups: Delano JMVC and Delano MCFE humbucker
- Electronics: 2-Band EQ active / passive
- Controls: Master Volume (push/pull active/passive)
- Balance
- Treble
- Bass
- White pickguard
- Sandberg lightweight machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Tobacco
- Bag included
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and feel.
- • Delano JMVC/MCFE pairing delivers a versatile, powerful tonal palette.
- • Alder body offers a balanced tone with good sustain and resonance.
- • Sandberg lightweight machine heads ensure smooth, accurate tuning stability.
CONS
- • The 2-band EQ, while effective, limits precise tonal sculpting.
- • Tobacco finish might not appeal to players preferring brighter aesthetics.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, lacks the complexity of a neck-through design.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Delano JMVC & Delano MCFE Humbuckers
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
22
Strings
4
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Switching to passive mode mellows the tone, reducing the EQ's impact and offering a more vintage, rounder character.
Yes, it’s finished with a thin satin lacquer, providing a smooth, fast feel that's comfortable for extended playing sessions.
The Delano pickups and the German craftsmanship offer a unique blend of power and refinement, setting it apart from many mass-produced J-basses.
