Sandberg California TM5 MR
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Sandberg
California TM5 MR
Product Info
Article Number:
577834
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
California TM5 MR
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$3,023.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Sandberg TM5 MR is a seriously well-made instrument, offering a premium feel and a fantastic sonic palette. The active/passive electronics give you a lot of tonal options, and the Delano pickups are just superb for modern rock, funk, and even some jazz. It's ideal for the gigging bassist who wants a high-end, versatile 5-string without the absolute top-tier price tag.
Product Description
- Sandberg California TM5 MR
- 5 String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Scale: 34" longscale
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: delano JMVC and delano MCFE / PU-split
- Active/passive electronics: Sandberg 2-band EQ
- Passive tone control
- Controls: master volume (push/pull active/passive)
- balance
- treble
- bass
- Black pickguard
- Colour: Metallic Red
- Incl. gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Delano JMVC/MCFE pickups deliver a versatile range, from growl to clarity.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience with a crisp attack.
- • German craftsmanship ensures exceptional build quality and meticulous attention to detail.
CONS
- • Metallic Red finish might not appeal to players seeking a more understated look.
- • Long scale length and heavier construction can be fatiguing for smaller players.
- • Active/passive switching, while useful, adds complexity for some users.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Delano JMVC (bridge) / Delano MCFE (neck) with PU-split
Scale Length
34in
Frets
22
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The pickup splitting allows you to access single-coil tones, broadening the sonic palette and providing a brighter, more articulate sound for different genres.
The 2-band EQ is relatively simple to adjust, offering basic control over treble and bass frequencies. It’s a straightforward enhancement, not a full-blown multi-band system.
The Sandberg offers a very competitive package with excellent components and a refined feel, often found in instruments costing considerably more. The Delano pickups are a key differentiator, providing a unique character.
