Sandberg Forty Eight

The Sandberg Forty Eight combines a distinctive character with active tone controls

The Sandberg Forty Eight is a bass guitar for players seeking a distinctive instrument without compromising playability. This model combines an alder body with a Canadian Hard Rock Maple neck and an ebony fretboard. This gives you a familiar foundation in a model with a truly unique identity. The black hardware completes the look, while the included gig bag is practical when taking the bass to a rehearsal, gig, or studio session.

The Forty Eight’s character is well suited to solid basslines, but also allows room for a more understated approach. The balance control lets you determine the mix between the two pickups, so you can find the right presence within the band. The two-band EQ then lets you adjust the lows and highs: a little extra foundation for a laid-back groove, or more clarity when you need your attack to be more clearly audible. The option to play actively or passively makes it easy to try different approaches side by side.

The neck is attached with six bolts and has a 34-inch, or 864-millimetre, scale length. The ebony fretboard has 22 frets and a 14-inch radius. This Sandberg therefore provides a comfortable foundation for both solid accompaniment and melodic lines higher up the neck. The electronics consist of a push-pull volume control for the active/passive selection, a balance control, and separate treble and bass controls. Black tuners match the other hardware and the look of this model.

Are you looking for a Sandberg bass guitar with a distinctive look and practical control over your tone? Pick up the Forty Eight and discover how it responds to your playing.