Geoff Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 [quote name='niceguyhomer' post='493168' date='May 20 2009, 12:20 PM']Years ago when I bought my first LMII from Electromusic in Doncaster, the guy handed me a Sandberg to try the amp with and I turned my nose up at it. Boy was I surprised when I plugged it in and played it - it was fantastic and I've wanted one ever since. A coupla weeks ago I bought this off another BCer and I love it - it's a superb bass. Hope the person who took the photo doesn't mind me using it. [/quote] That was mine and I kinda regretted selling it, as it looks awesome! I really loved the neck on it. Glad you're enjoying it! Im tempted to get myself a California J when I have some money sorted. Quote
markyboy2106 Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 [quote name='tombboy' post='494086' date='May 21 2009, 11:42 AM']My custom was ordered through Darren at Bass Merchant in Colchester. You can't order direct from Sandberg. Synergy is the UK distributer and all dealers go through them. Darren was very helpful and kept me fully updated. Gave a generous discount off the RRP (I know they all do but this was a very good whack!!). The whole process from idea to product in my hands was about nine weeks, which is bloody quick for a custom finish.[/quote] Cheers for that. I'm based in Manchester and I think my nearest Sandberg dealer is PMT (previously Sound Control Salford). I'll get in touch and see wht they say. Mark Quote
niceguyhomer Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 [quote name='Geoff' post='494088' date='May 21 2009, 11:43 AM']That was mine and I kinda regretted selling it, as it looks awesome! I really loved the neck on it. Glad you're enjoying it! Im tempted to get myself a California J when I have some money sorted.[/quote] Twas indeed yours Geoff - I'm really glad you sold it Quote
LeftyJ Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 I own a fretless Sandberg Bullet 5, one of Sandbergs own models, and I love it. Very fast neck, and a beautiful tone. Workmanship is absolutely flawless. And I love the finish of the body: it has a matt tobacco burst lacquer finish over a sandblasted ash body. During the sandblasting, the dark softer parts of the grain were etched somewhat deeper, creating a beautiful texture. Quote
lapolpora Posted May 21, 2009 Posted May 21, 2009 [quote name='niceguyhomer' post='493168' date='May 20 2009, 12:20 PM']Years ago when I bought my first LMII from Electromusic in Doncaster, the guy handed me a Sandberg to try the amp with and I turned my nose up at it. Boy was I surprised when I plugged it in and played it - it was fantastic and I've wanted one ever since. A coupla weeks ago I bought this off another BCer and I love it - it's a superb bass. Hope the person who took the photo doesn't mind me using it. [/quote] I was after this bass myself but missed out due to shortcomings in the cashflow department. Gutted I was. If you ever decide you don't want it anymore I'll have a second crack at trying to afford it Quote
mike257 Posted May 22, 2009 Posted May 22, 2009 Got a Cali JM, and I really feel GAS free (at the moment) ever since. If I get another bass, I think I'd go for another one, maybe a PM. Couldn't be happier with it, I'd go for it if I was you!! Quote
Clarky Posted May 22, 2009 Posted May 22, 2009 [quote name='tombboy' post='493678' date='May 20 2009, 08:32 PM'][/quote] Love that bass! Totally punk. Amazing it only took 9 weeks to build Quote
StevieC Posted May 22, 2009 Posted May 22, 2009 For what it's worth, here's my California MM 5 - I love it! [attachment=25716:Sandberg_Bass_001.jpg] Steve Quote
bigthumb Posted October 24, 2009 Posted October 24, 2009 I'm the proud new owner of Tombboys blackburst California PM. I forgot just how good these basses are! Quote
Legion Posted October 24, 2009 Posted October 24, 2009 He sold it? I think I might have missed something... Quote
OutToPlayJazz Posted October 24, 2009 Posted October 24, 2009 I played another one of those PM "Supreme" models the other week. That Candy Cola Jazz 5 may have to go on hold... Quote
pietruszka Posted October 25, 2009 Posted October 25, 2009 I have a Fretless Basic, it sounds amazing, really nice low bottom end. And i mean low! The neck plays really fast and its pretty light to. Got mine off a BC'er and have absolutly loved it. Well worth at least a really good look into, if not, just buy one! Dan Quote
lowfer Posted October 25, 2009 Posted October 25, 2009 just found this website [url="http://www.musik-produktiv.co.uk/(s(y9yd7jaa5ubn0ojsbzdcn4pi))/guitar-bass/electric-basses/electric-bass-guitar/sandberg.aspx"]http://www.musik-produktiv.co.uk/(s(y9yd7j...r/sandberg.aspx[/url] lots of sandberg bass's at reasonable price and will post to the uk Have look, N Quote
Rich Posted October 25, 2009 Posted October 25, 2009 The Cali JM5 is one of the few basses I have serious GAS for. Quote
tombboy Posted October 26, 2009 Posted October 26, 2009 [quote name='Legion' post='635549' date='Oct 24 2009, 06:55 PM']He sold it? I think I might have missed something...[/quote] Traded it for Paul's MB106HR. Stealth!! Quote
Legion Posted October 26, 2009 Posted October 26, 2009 [quote name='tombboy' post='636803' date='Oct 26 2009, 11:48 AM']Traded it for Paul's MB106HR. Stealth!! [/quote] Was secretly lusting after that - still have a Sandberg on my wish list of basses to try Quote
mike257 Posted October 26, 2009 Posted October 26, 2009 [quote name='Legion' post='636807' date='Oct 26 2009, 11:52 AM']Was secretly lusting after that - still have a Sandberg on my wish list of basses to try [/quote] I was eyeing that blackburst last time it came up on here too, it's gorgeous, I want!!!! Quote
Bottle Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 Grrr, I hate these kind of threads. Am now GAS'ing for a 4/5 string Sandberg Cali PM in LPB - they look stunning (just need to find that spare 1300 quid I have lying around....[i]not!![/i]) Thanks guys Quote
mark_random Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 Just so you know chaps, GAK is now a Sandberg dealer. I only have on bass in at the moment but I have it on an incredible deal. It's a Bullet Special 5 and there would be a silly, silly deal available to BC members. PM me for more details. Quote
Russell Posted December 6, 2009 Posted December 6, 2009 Can't go wring with Sandbergs in my opinion - here's one of mine..... [attachment=37792:IMG_1213.JPG] [attachment=37793:IMG_1214.JPG] [attachment=37794:IMG_1216.JPG] Quote
BB3000S Posted December 6, 2009 Posted December 6, 2009 Here's my Sandberg, one of my all time favourite basses - plays and sounds like an absolute dream! Quote
silverfoxnik Posted December 7, 2009 Posted December 7, 2009 [quote name='BB3000S' post='676193' date='Dec 6 2009, 09:52 PM']Here's my Sandberg, one of my all time favourite basses - plays and sounds like an absolute dream! [/quote] That's really cool!!! Quote
StevieC Posted December 8, 2009 Posted December 8, 2009 (edited) [quote name='Russell' post='675751' date='Dec 6 2009, 03:12 PM']Can't go wring with Sandbergs in my opinion - here's one of mine..... [attachment=37792:IMG_1213.JPG] [attachment=37793:IMG_1214.JPG] [attachment=37794:IMG_1216.JPG][/quote] I don't believe it! Another MM owner..and I thought I was the only one in the flippin' country who thought they sounded (and looked) superb. Mine's bubinga faced. Steve Edited December 8, 2009 by StevieC Quote
bottomfeed Posted December 8, 2009 Posted December 8, 2009 Recently bought a Basic 5..... & I'm well happy with it. very well made bass & a warm articulate tone Quote
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