Sandberg Forty Eight 4 AB Victor Brandt
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Sandberg
Forty Eight 4 AB Victor Brandt
Product Info
Article Number:
587821
Brand:
Sandberg
Model:
Forty Eight 4 AB Victor Brandt
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$2,638.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Forty Eight AB Victor Brandt is a seriously refined instrument – the aged finish gives it a cool, worn vibe, and that Sandberg single coil pickup combination is genuinely unique. It's a long-scale bass with a fantastic growl that’s perfect for modern rock, progressive metal, or anyone wanting a distinctive, articulate low end. This is a top-tier choice for discerning players who value quality and tone.
Product Description
- Sandberg Forty Eight 4 AB Victor Brandt
- Electric Bass
- Body: Ash
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Completely black fingerboard: Ebony
- Scale: 864" (Long Scale)
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 1 Sandberg single coil (neck) and 1 Sandberg single coil (bridge)
- Sandberg 3-band Black Label active/passive EQ
- Passive tone control
- Black hardware
- Finish: Special Hardcore Aged
- Colour: Black
- Includes Sandberg gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Ash body provides excellent resonance and a balanced, articulate tone.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers incredibly fast playing feel and clear note definition.
- • Sandberg single coils deliver a unique, scooped-mid growl with surprising clarity.
- • Active/passive EQ provides versatility, retaining natural tone in passive mode.
CONS
- • The aged finish, while visually appealing, might not suit all players’ tastes.
- • Long scale (864mm) may feel unwieldy for players with smaller hands.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many bassists.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
2 x Sandberg Single Coil (Neck & Bridge)
Scale Length
864mm (Long Scale)
Frets
22
Strings
4 (likely Nickel-plated Steel, based on Sandberg's typical string choices)
Weight
4.3kg (approx. 9.5 lbs - typical for an ash body long scale bass)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The aged finish is primarily cosmetic, but the slightly thinner lacquer *might* allow for a touch more resonance – it’s subtle, but some players perceive a slight openness.
They're more vintage-voiced, leaning towards a scooped-mid character with a surprising amount of clarity and articulation – they're not overly 'hot' in the modern sense, which is part of their appeal.
The active EQ provides a wide tonal shaping range, but the passive tone is well-preserved; simply disengaging the active circuit restores a balanced, natural sound – a very well-implemented system.
