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Sandberg California VS Lionel PF BK

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Sandberg California VS Lionel PF BK

Sandberg

California VS Lionel PF BK

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 500513
Brand: Sandberg
Model: California VS Lionel PF BK
Category: Short Scale Basses
Price: $1,978.90

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The California VS Lionel PF BK is a seriously cool little bass. It nails that classic P-bass vibe in a short scale package, making it fantastic for Motown, blues, and anyone wanting a compact, punchy instrument. The build quality is excellent, typical of German craftsmanship, and it’s a great option for gigging musicians who want something that feels and sounds fantastic.

Product Description

  • Sandberg California VS Lionel PF BK
  • Electric Bass
  • P-Style
  • Body: Alder
  • Neck: Maple
  • Neck attachment: Bolt-on
  • Fretboard: Pau ferro
  • 22 Frets
  • Scale: 762 mm (30")
  • Pickguard: Black
  • Pickup: Sandberg split coil (bridge)
  • Electronics: Passive
  • 1 Volume control
  • 1 tone control
  • Bridge: Sandberg
  • Hardware finish: Nickel
  • aged
  • Colour: Soft-Aged
  • Chrome
  • Gig bag included
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a warm, resonant foundation for the tone.
  • • Sandberg split coil pickup delivers a powerful, focused P-style growl.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction offers a snappy, responsive feel ideal for quick playing.
  • • Aged nickel hardware adds a touch of vintage charm and character.
CONS
  • • Short scale might feel cramped for players with larger hands.
  • • Passive electronics limit tonal sculpting options compared to active basses.
  • • Soft-aged finish, while aesthetically pleasing, might be perceived as less durable.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Pau Ferro
Pickups Sandberg Split Coil (Bridge)
Scale Length 762 mm (30 in)
Frets 22
Strings Typically uses Roundwound, likely .045-.105 gauge
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Sandberg split coil offers more clarity and a slightly tighter low-end, reducing muddiness while retaining the P-bass punch and growl.
It’s primarily cosmetic, designed to give a vintage look, but the slightly worn finish can subtly affect resonance; it's minimal but adds character.
Bolt-on necks generally have a slightly more immediate attack and less sustain than neck-through designs, but the quality construction here minimizes this difference considerably.

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