Sandberg California II TT4 MN BLK MHCA
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Sandberg
California II TT4 MN BLK MHCA
Product Info
Article Number:
590896
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California II TT4 MN BLK MHCA
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$4,068.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sandberg California II is a serious contender for players craving that vintage J-Bass vibe with modern refinements. The roasted maple neck and thermo alder body provide exceptional feel and tone, making it ideal for classic rock, blues, and funk. It's a premium-priced instrument, but the build quality and sonic character justify the investment.
Product Description
- Sandberg California II TT4 MN BLK MHCA
- Electric Bass
- Body: Thermo alder
- Neck: Roasted maple
- Roasted maple fingerboard
- Dovetailed and heat-treated woods
- Scale 34"
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 J-style single-coils
- Passive electronics
- Controls: Master volume
- balance
- tone
- White pickguard
- Aged nickel hardware
- Finish: Masterpiece Hardcore Aged
- Colour: Black
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Thermo alder body delivers a resonant, balanced tonal foundation.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a silky-smooth feel.
- • J-style single-coils offer a classic, articulate, and punchy tone.
- • Dovetail joint and heat-treated woods enhance sustain and resonance significantly.
CONS
- • Passive electronics limit tonal sculpting compared to active basses.
- • The Masterpiece Aged finish adds cost and may not appeal to all players.
- • Thermo alder, while excellent, can still make the bass relatively heavy.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Thermo Alder
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
J-Style Single-Coil
Scale Length
34"
Frets
22
Strings
4
Weight
Approximately 11 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The aged finish, being thinner, allows more of the wood’s natural resonance to project, offering a slightly more open and vintage tone.
Yes, the standard J-style pickup mounting allows for relatively straightforward pickup replacements, though modifications may require professional assistance.
The dovetail joint provides a tighter bond between the neck and body, increasing sustain and offering a warmer, more connected feel compared to a bolt-on design.
