Sandberg California II VS 4 HCA LPB
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Sandberg
California II VS 4 HCA LPB
Product Info
Article Number:
521666
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California II VS 4 HCA LPB
Category:
4-String P-Basses
Price:
$2,253.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The California II VS is a seriously cool bass—German craftsmanship shines through. The split-coil pickup gives it a unique vintage voice that’s surprisingly versatile, and the aged nickel hardware just looks fantastic. This is a fantastic choice for players seeking a vintage-inspired P-bass vibe with a modern feel and premium build quality.
Product Description
- Sandberg California II VS 4 HCA LPB
- Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Rosewood
- White dot fretboard inlays
- Fretboard radius: 356 mm
- Nut width: 39.5 mm
- Scale length: 864 mm
- 22 Frets
- Pickup: 1 Sandberg Precision Split Single Coil
- Passive electronics
- Master volume and tone controls
- Pickguard: Mint
- Sandberg Lightweight machine heads
- Hardware: Aged Nickel
- Finish: Heavily aged
- Colour: Lake Placid Blue
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Alder body provides a warm, resonant foundation for the tone
- • Bolt-on maple neck offers snappy attack and excellent clarity
- • Sandberg Precision Split Single coil delivers a unique, vintage-inspired growl
- • Aged Nickel hardware adds a touch of class and vintage vibe
CONS
- • Heavily aged finish might not appeal to players wanting a pristine look
- • Passive electronics limit tonal versatility compared to active basses
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while snappy, isn’t as tonally integrated as a neck-through design
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
1 Sandberg Precision Split Single Coil
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
22
Strings
4
Weight
4.2 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s brighter and more articulate than a traditional P-bass pickup, offering a more defined midrange and a slightly more aggressive edge, while retaining a similar fundamental character.
It's primarily cosmetic, but the thinner finish can contribute slightly to a more open and resonant tone compared to a thicker, modern finish. The impact is subtle but noticeable to a trained ear.
Bolt-on necks generally have a slightly shorter sustain than neck-through designs, but the quality of the Sandberg’s construction minimizes this difference, offering a still respectable level of sustain and a more direct attack.
