Sandberg California II TT 5 MN NT
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Sandberg
California II TT 5 MN NT
Product Info
Article Number:
439387
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California II TT 5 MN NT
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$2,253.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The California II TT 5 MN NT is a seriously well-built bass with a fantastic, vintage-voiced character. It's a premium-priced instrument ideal for players wanting a tight, punchy 5-string with a touch of growl – perfect for rock, funk, or anything needing a defined low-end. The bolt-on neck adds a certain responsiveness you won't always find in set-neck designs.
Product Description
- Sandberg California II TT 5 MN NT
- 5-String electric bass
- Body: Ash
- Bolted neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Maple
- Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Fretboard radius: 14"
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Sandberg single coils
- 2-Band active/passive EQ
- Controls: Master volume
- balance
- treble
- bass
- Chromed hardware
- Pickguard: Black
- Sandberg light-weight machine heads
- Colour: Natural
- Includes gigbag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Ash body delivers a focused, articulate low-end response.
- • Maple neck and fretboard provide snappy attack and clarity.
- • Sandberg single coils offer a vintage-inspired, growly tone.
- • German craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and reliability.
CONS
- • The 14in radius might feel less familiar to players accustomed to flatter boards.
- • Active EQ requires a power source, limiting passive versatility.
- • Natural finish shows every mark, requiring careful handling.
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Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
Sandberg Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
22
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sandberg pickups have a more aggressive, slightly scooped mid-range, delivering a more 'vintage' growl than the often brighter Fender Jazz Bass sound.
The 2-band EQ is straightforward; treble and bass controls offer a wide range of tonal shaping without being overly complex. It’s quite intuitive to find a sweet spot.
The natural finish highlights the wood grain, making it more susceptible to scratches and dings; regular cleaning and careful handling are recommended to maintain its appearance.
