Sandberg California TM 5 NT
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Sandberg
California TM 5 NT
Product Info
Article Number:
568941
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California TM 5 NT
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$2,189.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The California TM 5 NT is a seriously well-built German bass that nails that classic J-Bass vibe with a modern edge. It’s a premium-priced instrument that feels great in your hands and delivers a versatile, punchy tone – perfect for players wanting a 5-string with serious growl and a touch of active sophistication.
Product Description
- Sandberg California TM 5 NT
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Ash
- Neck: Bolt-on maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 1 Sandberg single coil (neck) and 1 Sandberg single coil (bridge)
- Electronics: active/passive
- Controls: Volume
- Blend
- Bass
- Treble
- Black hardware
- Colour: Natural matt
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Ash body delivers a focused, articulate low-end with excellent sustain.
- • Bolt-on maple neck provides snappy response and comfortable, fast playability.
- • Sandberg single-coil pickups offer a balanced, vintage-inspired tone with clarity.
- • Active/passive switching provides versatility for various recording and live scenarios.
CONS
- • Rosewood fingerboard might feel a little dry for some players – consider seasoning.
- • The natural matte finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints.
- • 864mm scale length might feel slightly longer than standard for some bassists.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
2 x Sandberg Single Coil
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
22
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - typical for a 5-string
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Frequently Asked Questions
Passive mode provides a more traditional, warmer J-Bass tone, while active mode boosts the signal and adds a subtle mid-range focus for a more modern sound.
Sandberg pickups are generally well-shielded and designed to minimize noise, but you might experience a touch of hum at very high gain settings, like with any single-coil.
Bolt-on construction typically provides a snappier, more responsive feel compared to set-neck basses, and contributes to a quicker attack and good sustain.
