I'm considering to buy sandberg California tm5 black matt maple finger board?
What are pros and cons in sandberg California basses?
What are pros and cons in sandberg California basses?
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Have you used sandberg tm5?
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So what are the pros and cons?
pros: i want one 
cons: i’m broke
(seriously, the only thing wrong with a Sandberg is the price, imo)
cons: i’m broke
(seriously, the only thing wrong with a Sandberg is the price, imo)
Hi Bassguitar man
pros:
A very good, "made in Germany" instrument.
Available in over 30 different colours, matt, glossy and relic finishes and 14 different rarewood tops… drool
Lefthand version available with all the same options!
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cons: For a new build, you have to wait between 8 months and a year!
Wise(b)ass
Pros : excellent basses at good price point when comparing with other similar basses.
Cons : not a Fender (yes its ironic/sarcastic, but it may have an effect on resale value unfortunately)
Cons : not a Fender (yes its ironic/sarcastic, but it may have an effect on resale value unfortunately)
Pros:
Build Quality
Tuning stability
Ease of setup
Bridge design v Fender
Low action players will love them
Larger Neck pocket with 6 fixings is better than Fenders
Price (for a custom built) is fantastic.
All are custom built, not mass produced.
If you like relics, Sandberg are right up there with the best. (Fodera even use Sandberg to do any relic work and they would only use the best).
Neck stability and playability.
Good choice of finishes and colours
Good pick up choices
Sound great
Zero frets
Great backup from the company if you have an issue.
Reputation.
Cons:
Order period is min of 9 months (They only produce 100-120 per month)
For Reserve and Masterpiece models the order period can extend to 18 months.
Resale value generally lower as they are custom built v standard Fender production models.
Weight (of older models using European alder and ash). New basses are coming in much lighter.
Build QualityTuning stabilityEase of setupBridge design v FenderLow action players will love themLarger Neck pocket with 6 fixings is better than FendersPrice (for a custom built) is fantastic.All are custom built, not mass produced.If you like relics, Sandberg are right up there with the best. (Fodera even use Sandberg to do any relic work and they would only use the best).Neck stability and playability.Good choice of finishes and coloursGood pick up choicesSound greatZero fretsGreat backup from the company if you have an issue. Reputation.Cons:
Order period is min of 9 months (They only produce 100-120 per month)For Reserve and Masterpiece models the order period can extend to 18 months.Resale value generally lower as they are custom built v standard Fender production models.Weight (of older models using European alder and ash). New basses are coming in much lighter.
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I haven't tried one through an amp, but last month I played a California 5 (and another model I don't remember) unplugged and was highly impressed. I loved the solid construction, neck feel, and playability, and it had the strong acoustic resonance I like.
I don't have experience with models other than california TT or TM jazz basses.
Pro - I love the SOUND and FEEL of every one I've picked up.
Con - I don't like the new rounded california body style. I only the like the "sexy hips offset waist" that they don't make anymore. I'm relegated to the used market where I've found fantastic basses.
Pro - I love the SOUND and FEEL of every one I've picked up.
Con - I don't like the new rounded california body style. I only the like the "sexy hips offset waist" that they don't make anymore. I'm relegated to the used market where I've found fantastic basses.
