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Sandberg California II VS 4 Black

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Sandberg California II VS 4 Black

Sandberg

California II VS 4 Black

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Product Info

Article Number: 514265
Brand: Sandberg
Model: California II VS 4 Black
Category: 4-String P-Basses
Price: $1,923.90

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The California II VS 4 Black is a seriously impressive instrument. It's got that classic P-Bass vibe, but with a modern edge thanks to the split coil pickup and roasted maple neck. This is a great choice for players wanting a premium-priced, reliable workhorse for rock, blues, or anything needing a solid, defined low-end.

Product Description

  • Sandberg California II VS 4 Black
  • Electric Bass
  • Body: Ash
  • Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
  • Fertboard: Maple
  • Black dot fretboard inlays
  • Scale length: 864 mm (34")
  • Fretboard radius: 14"
  • Nut width: 39.5 mm (1.55")
  • 22 Frets
  • Pickup: 1 Sandberg Precision Split Coil
  • Passive electronics
  • 1 x Master volume and 1 x tone control
  • Black pickguard
  • Sandberg lightweight machine heads
  • Black hardware
  • Colour: Black matt
  • Includes gig bag
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and feel.
  • • Sandberg Precision Split Coil delivers a powerful, articulate tone.
  • • Ash body provides a balanced resonance and pleasing sustain.
  • • German craftsmanship ensures impeccable build quality and attention to detail.
CONS
  • • Passive electronics limit tonal sculpting options compared to active basses.
  • • The 14in radius might feel a bit steep for players accustomed to flatter boards.
  • • Black hardware and pickguard can show fingerprints easily.

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Key Features

Body Material Ash
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups 1 x Sandberg Precision Split Coil
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 split coil retains the P-Bass’s punch but offers a slightly wider frequency response and reduced hum, providing more clarity and a more modern character.
Yes, it's finished with a thin satin lacquer; it offers a smooth, fast feel that’s noticeably stable and resistant to warping compared to standard maple.
Bolt-on construction generally provides a more direct and immediate attack compared to set-neck basses, contributing to a slightly more aggressive and present low-end response.

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