Sandberg California II TT 5 BK 35"
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Sandberg
California II TT 5 BK 35"
Product Info
Article Number:
554549
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California II TT 5 BK 35"
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$3,188.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The California II TT 5 BK is a seriously well-made bass. The extended scale and German craftsmanship combine for a tight, punchy tone with impressive clarity – it’s a fantastic choice for players seeking a modern, articulate 5-string J-Bass sound with a touch of vintage vibe. Ideal for funk, slap, and rock players who want a refined, professional instrument.
Product Description
- Sandberg California II TT 5 BK 35"
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- White pearl block inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 14"
- Scale: 889 mm (35")
- Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 1 Sandberg single coil (neck) and 1 Sandberg single coil (bridge)
- White pickup cover
- Electronics: 2-band EQ active/passive
- Controls: Master Volume
- Balance
- Treble
- Bass
- Pickguard: Black
- Matched headstock
- Machine heads: Sandberg lightweight
- Hardware: Black
- Colour: Black
- high-gloss
- Bag included
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Ebony fingerboard provides a slick, fast playing experience and articulate note response.
- • Sandberg single-coil pickups offer a clear, defined sound with a vintage J-Bass character.
- • Bolt-on neck construction provides a snappy attack and excellent note definition.
CONS
- • 35-inch scale might feel unwieldy for players accustomed to shorter scales.
- • High-gloss finish, while beautiful, can be a fingerprint magnet and requires diligent care.
- • Active EQ adds versatility, but passive mode lacks the raw, unfiltered character some prefer.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
2 x Sandberg Single Coil
Scale Length
889 mm (35 in)
Frets
22
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 4.5 - 5 kg (9.9 - 11 lbs) - typical for a 35” 5-string
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Frequently Asked Questions
In passive mode, the bass offers a more raw and direct J-Bass tone, while active mode allows for tonal shaping via the 2-band EQ.
Yes, the longer scale noticeably stretches the strings, resulting in a lower, more fundamental tone and a different feel; it requires some getting used to.
Sandberg pickups offer a more refined, less harsh tone than many Fender pickups, retaining clarity and definition while avoiding excessive mid-range honk.
