Sandberg California II TM4 Marley Blue

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Sandberg California II TM4 Marley Blue

Sandberg

California II TM4 Marley Blue

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 536487
Brand: Sandberg
Model: California II TM4 Marley Blue
Price: $2,528.90

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The California II TM4 Marley Blue is a seriously well-built bass with a fantastic, balanced tone. The Delano pickups are a winning combination – you get that classic J-bass snap alongside a warmer, thicker humbucker growl. This is a great choice for players seeking a premium-priced, versatile instrument for funk, rock, and beyond.

Product Description

  • Sandberg California II TM4 Marley Blue
  • 4-String Electric Bass
  • Alder body
  • Maple neck
  • Rosewood fingerboard (Dalbergia Latifolia)
  • White dots
  • 22 Frets
  • Scale: 864mm (34")
  • Matched headstock
  • 1x Delano J-style pickup
  • 1x Delano M-style humbucker (white caps)
  • Sandberg 2-band EQ
  • active/passive
  • Black hardware
  • Black pickguard
  • Finish: Marley Blue
  • Incl. Sandberg gig bag
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant foundation.
  • • Delano pickups deliver a versatile range, from growl to clarity.
  • • Rosewood fingerboard offers a smooth, comfortable playing experience.
  • • Sandberg's 2-band EQ adds tonal shaping capabilities.
CONS
  • • The alder body can make it feel slightly heavier than some basses.
  • • The pickup configuration, while versatile, may limit extreme tonal sculpting.
  • • Rosewood fingerboard might be a dealbreaker for those preferring maple or ebony.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia)
Pickups 1x Delano J-style, 1x Delano M-style humbucker
Scale Length 864mm (34")
Frets 22
Strings N/A (typically 4-string bass strings)
Weight 4.3kg (approximately 9.5 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Delano pairing tends to be a bit more articulate and defined than many J/P setups, offering a more modern, slightly scooped low-end without losing punch.
Switching to passive offers a more vintage, slightly rolled-off tone with less low-end emphasis; it's a noticeable but still familiar character shift.
The Rosewood provides a comfortable feel for various styles; heavier string gauges will feel slightly more substantial under the fingers, but the neck is robust enough to handle it.

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