Sandberg California II VS 4 HCA TB LH
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Sandberg
California II VS 4 HCA TB LH
Product Info
Article Number:
518226
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California II VS 4 HCA TB LH
Category:
4-String Lefthanded Basses
Price:
$2,253.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sandberg California II is a seriously good-looking and feeling lefty bass. The HCA finish gives it a cool, broken-in vibe, and the P-style pickup nails that classic, upright-like tone. It's perfect for players wanting a vintage-inspired sound with modern playability and premium German build quality.
Product Description
- Sandberg California II VS 4 HCA TB LH
- Electric Bass
- Left-handed model
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Rosewood
- Abalone dots fretboard inlays
- Scale length: 864 mm (34")
- Fretboard radius: 14"
- Nut width: 39.5 mm (1.55")
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 1 Sandberg P-Style
- 1 x Volume and 1 x balance control
- Black pickguard
- Sandberg lightweight machine heads
- Aged nickel hardware
- Finish: Hardcore Aged
- Colour: Tobacco-Sunburst
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain
- • Bolt-on maple neck provides snappy response and easy playability
- • Sandberg P-style pickup offers a classic, warm, and punchy growl
- • Aged nickel hardware adds vintage aesthetics and a unique feel
CONS
- • 14in radius might feel unusual for players accustomed to flatter boards
- • Tobacco-Sunburst aged finish may not appeal to those preferring a pristine look
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to basses with more pickup options
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
1 x Sandberg P-Style
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
It's voiced slightly warmer and rounder than a typical Fender P, with a touch more clarity and less mid-range honk, offering a more refined vintage tone.
The finish itself doesn't directly impact the sound, but the aging process can subtly alter the resonance by smoothing out edges – a minimal effect, mostly aesthetic.
Bolt-on necks generally offer a more immediate response, and while they may not 'season' as dramatically as set-neck basses, the quality of Sandberg's construction ensures excellent long-term tonal stability.
