Sandberg California VS Lionel PF CR

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Sandberg California VS Lionel PF CR

Sandberg

California VS Lionel PF CR

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Product Info

Article Number: 483519
Brand: Sandberg
Model: California VS Lionel PF CR
Price: $2,000.90

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This Sandberg California VS Lionel PF CR is a seriously cool little bass. The short scale makes it super comfortable, and those Sandberg pickups give you a surprisingly versatile, vintage-inspired tone that’s great for Motown, blues, and even some rock. It's perfect for players wanting a compact, quality instrument with a retro vibe.

Product Description

  • Sandberg California VS Lionel PF CR
  • Electric Bass
  • Alder body
  • Bolt-on maple neck
  • Pau Ferro fretboard
  • Scale: 762 mm (30")
  • 22 Frets
  • Pickups: Sandberg Split Coil
  • Passive circuit
  • Volume and tone controls
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • Sandberg bridge
  • Chrome hardware
  • Finish: Relic
  • Colour: Soft aged cream
  • Includes gig bag
  • Made in Germany
PROS
  • • Alder body delivers a warm, resonant foundation for the tone.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck provides a snappy, responsive feel and excellent attack.
  • • Sandberg Split Coil pickups offer a thick, punchy sound with surprisingly good clarity.
  • • Relic finish adds character and a vintage aesthetic appeal.
CONS
  • • Short scale might feel cramped for players with larger hands.
  • • Passive electronics limit tonal shaping versatility compared to active basses.
  • • Relic finish, while aesthetically pleasing, might not appeal to all players.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Pau Ferro
Pickups Sandberg Split Coil
Scale Length 762 mm (30 in)
Frets 22
Strings 4 (likely .045-.105, but not specified)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - typical for a short scale alder bass

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Frequently Asked Questions

The relicing is primarily cosmetic, but it can slightly alter the finish's resonance. It shouldn’t significantly impact playability, though some may find the slightly worn feel appealing.
They can exhibit a slight microphonic characteristic when amplified at high volumes, but it’s generally controllable and can add to the vintage vibe.
Bolt-on necks generally have a slightly more defined attack and a bit less overall sustain compared to neck-through designs, contributing to a more articulate sound.

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