Sandberg California II TT 4 BK
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Sandberg
California II TT 4 BK
Product Info
Article Number:
514892
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California II TT 4 BK
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$2,198.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sandberg California II TT 4 BK is a seriously well-built instrument. The ash body and vintage-voiced pickups give it a classic J-Bass vibe with a bit more clarity and punch. It’s a great choice for players seeking a premium-priced, German-made bass with a responsive feel and a focused, articulate tone.
Product Description
- Sandberg California II TT 4 BK
- Electric Bass
- Ash body
- Bolt-on maple neck
- Roasted maple fretboard
- Black dot fretboard inlays
- Scale length: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 39.4 mm (1.55")
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Sandberg J-style single coils
- Passive electronics
- Master volume
- balance
- tone controls
- Black pickguard
- Sandberg Lightweight machine heads
- Black hardware
- Colour: Black matt
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Ash body delivers a focused, articulate low-end response.
- • Roasted maple fretboard provides exceptional stability and a smooth feel.
- • Sandberg J-style single coils offer a vintage-inspired, clear tone.
- • Bolt-on neck construction provides a snappy, responsive playing feel.
CONS
- • Passive electronics limit tonal sculpting compared to active basses.
- • Black hardware and pickguard can show fingerprints and grime easily.
- • The bolt-on neck, while responsive, lacks the sustain of a neck-through design.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sandberg J-Style Single Coils
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
The Sandberg has a more focused, slightly tighter low-end and a clearer upper-midrange compared to the often 'rounder' Fender. It leans towards a vintage, less scooped sound.
While not as resonant as a neck-through design, the Sandberg's construction still provides respectable sustain, especially considering its responsiveness and comfortable feel.
Being single coils, they're susceptible to some noise, but the Sandberg pickups are well-shielded and generally quieter than many vintage-style alternatives.
