Sandberg California II TM5 Grand Dark
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Sandberg
California II TM5 Grand Dark
Product Info
Article Number:
441178
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California II TM5 Grand Dark
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$2,495.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The California II TM5 Grand Dark is a serious instrument – a powerhouse for modern rock, funk, and metal. That extended scale really stretches those strings, giving you incredible low-end definition and a unique feel. It’s a fantastic choice for experienced players looking for a high-performance 5-string with a distinct Sandberg character.
Product Description
- Sandberg California II TM5 Grand Dark
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Ash
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Pau ferro
- 22 Frets
- Scale: 889 mm (Extra Long Scale)
- Pickups: Sandberg Darkglass Single Coil Plus (neck) and Sandberg M-Style Plus humbucker (bridge)
- 3-Band EQ
- Active passive
- Black hardware
- Plexi pickguard
- Colour: Black matte
- Sandberg gig bag included
PROS
- • Ash body delivers a resonant, articulate low-end with excellent sustain
- • Darkglass pickups offer a modern, aggressive tone with impressive clarity
- • Bolt-on maple neck provides a snappy, responsive feel and fast action
- • Pau ferro fretboard adds warmth and complexity to the overall sonic palette
CONS
- • Extra long scale (889mm) might feel unwieldy for players with smaller hands
- • Premium-priced, positioning it outside reach for budget-conscious players
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to basses with more pickup configurations
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Pickups
Sandberg Darkglass Single Coil Plus / Sandberg M-Style Plus humbucker
Scale Length
889 mm
Frets
22
Strings
5-string
Weight
Approx. 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
In passive mode, you get a more vintage, rounded tone; active engages the EQ for a more aggressive, focused sound with greater output.
It's a design choice for quicker response and a brighter tone, and Sandberg's construction is incredibly solid – it’s not a compromise, just a different feel.
It's less brittle than many high-output pickups, retaining more of the wood's natural tone while still delivering substantial punch and growl.
