Osiris Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 For sale, my trusty Sandberg California VM (now renamed as the TM). I'm looking for a straight sale only, no trades thank you. The bass has a stunning Cocobolo top with matching finish on the headstock. There are also some nice sparkly blue Sims fitted LED's on the fretboard dots. It has Delano pickups, the humbucker is coil tapped to add to the tonal flexibility. The pre-amp is a 3 band Glockenklang model. This combination of pups and pre offer a wide range of tones that have the warmth and character of a passive bass but with extra control. There is also active/passive switching too. The bass has been regularly gigged but always looked after and is in excellent condition. However there are some signs of wear - but no damage. There is slight wear above the neck pickup and another patch of wear towards the bottom horn where a previous owner obviously slapped the bass. This wear manifests itself as a shiny patch in the matt finish and is only noticeable under certain light and from a certain angle, it is no way way obvious at all times. There is also a small, shallow scratch on the back of the neck. This is also minor but thought I'd mention it. There are no other dings, dents or scratches and no buckle rash either. The only other sign of use is that half of the Sandberg 'S' is missing from the headstock, it came off when I was once cleaning the bass! Test drives are welcome if you are serious about buying, I'm just outside of Wellingborough in Northamptonshire. I'd prefer not to post this if possible simply because of previous bad experience with couriers. However if the buyer is willing to risk it then I'm happy to post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alfie Noakes Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Sorry, missed the No Trades comment - my mistake, darn it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted November 2, 2014 Author Share Posted November 2, 2014 Sorry Alfie, just looking for a straight sale as I need to thin the herd! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuNkShUi Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Yeh lovely bass. Should you ever consider trades, let me know aswel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudi8 Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Stuning!! and great price! wish i had the cash for it... I'm sure that it will be snapped fast! GLWTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderbird Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 Bump for a stunning bass and a top geezer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okusman Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 What's the neck profile like? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted November 4, 2014 Author Share Posted November 4, 2014 The neck is a Slim C shape similar to a standard Jazz type neck but thinner from front to back, if that makes sense??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okusman Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 That's the answer I wanted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 Great looking bass GLWTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adee Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 Very tempting .... GLWTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted November 8, 2014 Author Share Posted November 8, 2014 A little something for the weekend, Sir? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted November 11, 2014 Author Share Posted November 11, 2014 BUMp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted November 15, 2014 Author Share Posted November 15, 2014 Any offers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JazzBassfreak Posted November 19, 2014 Share Posted November 19, 2014 Dayum. If only youd take trades Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted November 19, 2014 Share Posted November 19, 2014 [quote name='JazzBassfreak' timestamp='1416407857' post='2609883'] Dayum. If only youd take trades [/quote] I'll second that JBF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted November 20, 2014 Author Share Posted November 20, 2014 In response to the last couple of posts, ideally I’m looking for a straight sale on this (I’m open to offers) as I have too many basses and this just isn’t getting the use it deserves. Having said that, let me know what you have for trade – you never know. My preference would for a P or P/J plus a chunk of cash my way. Or if you have a Sandberg VM4 / PM4 or VS4 I could also be tempted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 Nope, not got any of them sadly. Have a bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted November 22, 2014 Author Share Posted November 22, 2014 [quote name='karlfer' timestamp='1416512714' post='2611084'] Nope, not got any of them sadly. Have a bump. [/quote] karlfer, let me know what you have in mind for a trade, you never know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted November 26, 2014 Author Share Posted November 26, 2014 Anyone? Anything? If there's no interest by the weekend this will be making it's way to Bass Direct .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
okusman Posted November 26, 2014 Share Posted November 26, 2014 Any interest in my Spitfire? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted November 27, 2014 Author Share Posted November 27, 2014 (edited) [quote name='okusman' timestamp='1417017460' post='2616181'] Any interest in my Spitfire? [/quote] Thanks for the offer, it's certainly a good looking bass but it's not really what I'm looking for. Good luck with the sale. Edited November 27, 2014 by Osiris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlfer Posted November 28, 2014 Share Posted November 28, 2014 Sorry, been holding out for a bit of luck, but it looks like I've been ripped off on Bumtree for £650 and PAINPal are currently distancing themselves. Hence I am probably going to have to sell one of mine, so I'm sadly out. Lovely bass, good luck with the sale. Bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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