Sandberg California II TT 4 Buckeye
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Sandberg
California II TT 4 Buckeye
Product Info
Article Number:
526062
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California II TT 4 Buckeye
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$3,463.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The California II TT 4 Buckeye is a seriously refined instrument. The Delano pickups offer a modern, articulate tone with a surprising amount of growl, while the maple/ebony combination provides a fantastic feel. This bass is perfect for players seeking a high-quality, German-made instrument with a distinctive look and versatile tonal capabilities, especially suited for session work and modern styles.
Product Description
- Sandberg California II TT 4 Buckeye
- Electric Bass
- Body: Ash
- Top: Buckey maple
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Ebony (Diospyros Crassiflora)
- Block Whitepearl fretboard inlays
- Matched headstock
- Scale length: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 39
- 4 mm (1.55")
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Delano JMVC FE/M2 single coils
- Active/passive 2-band EQ
- Controls: Master Volume
- Balance
- Treble
- Bass
- Sandberg Lightweight machine heads
- Black hardware
- Colour: Natural
- Includes bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Buckeye Burl top adds stunning visual flair and unique resonance.
- • Delano JMVC pickups deliver a focused, articulate, and punchy tone.
- • Ebony fretboard provides exceptional note definition and a smooth playing experience.
- • Bolt-on neck construction offers a responsive feel and easier adjustability.
CONS
- • Active EQ adds complexity; might be overwhelming for purely passive bass players.
- • Ash body, while resonant, can be somewhat prone to feedback at high volumes.
- • Premium-priced; represents a significant investment for many bassists.
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Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony (Diospyros Crassiflora)
Pickups
Delano JMVC FE/M2 Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
22
Strings
4
Weight
4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - Estimated
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active EQ provides a more precise tonal shaping than the passive options on some other Sandberg models, offering a wider range of sounds, but requiring a bit more experimentation to master.
While traditionally associated with a slightly different feel, Sandberg's bolt-on design maintains excellent sustain thanks to the quality of the woods and precise construction techniques.
The buckeye burl adds a subtle complexity and 'airiness' to the tone, enhancing the natural resonance of the ash body, offering a slightly more nuanced and characterful sound.
