Sadowsky J-Style Bass Pickup Long 5
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
$77€69Check ↗
Brand profile · USA, est. 1980s
Sadowsky
Sadowsky guitars and basses have cultivated a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship and tonal clarity, appealing to discerning players seeking a refined alternative to vintage designs. Founded by Sheldon Sadowsky, the brand initially focused on replicating and improving upon classic Fender instruments, quickly establishing itself as a go-to for high-quality basses and guitars. Sadowsky instruments are renowned for their attention to detail, comfortable playability, and consistently excellent build quality.
Masterbuilt SeriesNeo-Vintage DesignsCustom Shop InstrumentsExceptional Neck ProfilesSeymour Duncan-Sadowsky Pickups
1980sfounded
USAcountry
316products in stock
$77–$10kprice range
Sadowsky in the charts
Every chart where Sadowsky has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Sadowsky 5-String J-Basses
32 models$1,094 – $4,970Best Sadowsky 4-String J-Basses
25 models$982 – $4,579Best Sadowsky 5-String P-Basses
24 models$1,004 – $4,691Best Sadowsky 4-String P-Basses
20 models$992 – $1,038Best Sadowsky fretless basses
15 models$1,027 – $1,664Best Sadowsky premium basses
12 models$4,133 – $10,267Best Sadowsky 5-String lefthanded basses
12 models$1,094 – $1,261Best Sadowsky 4-String lefthanded basses
12 models$1,004 – $5,250Best Sadowsky pickups for 4-String J-Bass
9 models$77 – $401Best Sadowsky pickups for 5-String J-Bass
6 models$77 – $423Best Sadowsky electronics for basses
5 models$189 – $334Best Sadowsky signature basses
5 models$1,116 – $1,395
32 models$1,094 – $4,970Best Sadowsky 4-String J-Basses
25 models$982 – $4,579Best Sadowsky 5-String P-Basses
24 models$1,004 – $4,691Best Sadowsky 4-String P-Basses
20 models$992 – $1,038Best Sadowsky fretless basses
15 models$1,027 – $1,664Best Sadowsky premium basses
12 models$4,133 – $10,267Best Sadowsky 5-String lefthanded basses
12 models$1,094 – $1,261Best Sadowsky 4-String lefthanded basses
12 models$1,004 – $5,250Best Sadowsky pickups for 4-String J-Bass
9 models$77 – $401Best Sadowsky pickups for 5-String J-Bass
6 models$77 – $423Best Sadowsky electronics for basses
5 models$189 – $334Best Sadowsky signature basses
5 models$1,116 – $1,395
All 316 Sadowsky products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 1 of 7.
Sadowsky J-Style Bass Pickup Short 5
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
$149€133Check ↗
Sadowsky J-Style Bass Pickup Long 5
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
$149€133Check ↗
Sadowsky J-Style Bass Pickup Short 5
Pickups for 5-String J-Bass
$77€69Check ↗
Sadowsky Custom Shop 24-5 Poplar 59Brst
Premium Basses
$8,490€7,599Check ↗
Sadowsky Custom Shop 24-5 Cocobolo NT
Premium Basses
$7,819€6,999Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM CH
5-String J-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM TSB
5-String J-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vin JJ5Mor FL LH BK
Fretless Basses
$1,116€999Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vin JJ5 Mor FLwL BK
Fretless Basses
$1,205€1,079Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage MJ5 RM CH
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,228€1,099Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage MJ5 RM SGR
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,228€1,099Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage MJ5 RM OWH
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,228€1,099Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp 21 Hyb PJ 5 RM CAR
5-String P-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vin JJ5Mor FLwL TSB
Fretless Basses
$1,205€1,079Check ↗
Sadowsky Custom Shop 24-5 Ebony Top NTS
Premium Basses
$7,261€6,499Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp22 Will Lee 5 BK
Signature Basses
$1,395€1,249Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage MJ5 RM SIL
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,228€1,099Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint MJ5 Morado CAO
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,261€1,129Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint MJ5 Morado CAR
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,261€1,129Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint MJ5 Morado BK
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,261€1,129Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp24 Mod 5 Morado SGR
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,228€1,099Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp24 Mod 5 Morado SIL
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,228€1,099Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM CAR
5-String J-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vin JJ5Mor FLwL OWH
Fretless Basses
$1,205€1,079Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM BK
5-String J-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint MJ5 Morado SIL
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,261€1,129Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint MJ5 Morado OBL
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,261€1,129Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint MJ5 Morado TSB
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,261€1,129Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage MJ5 RM CAR
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,228€1,099Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp 21 Hyb PJ 5 RM SIL
5-String P-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp 21 Hyb PJ 5 RM CH
5-String P-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp 21 Hyb PJ 5 RM TSB
5-String P-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp24 Mod 5 Morado TSB
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,228€1,099Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM SGR
5-String J-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp 21 Hyb PJ 5 RM SGR
5-String P-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp24 Modern 5 RM CAR
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,205€1,079Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp24 Modern 5 RM WH
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,205€1,079Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp24 Modern 5 RM SGR
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,205€1,079Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp24 Modern 5 RM BK
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,205€1,079Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM OWH
5-String J-Basses
$1,094€979Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage M4 RM OWH
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
$1,083€969Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage M4 RM BK
Miscellaneous 4-String Basses
$1,083€969Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado SIL
5-String P-Basses
$1,116€999Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado TSB
5-String P-Basses
$1,116€999Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado CAO
5-String P-Basses
$1,116€999Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado CAR
5-String P-Basses
$1,116€999Check ↗
Sadowsky MetroExp24 Modern 5 RM TSB
Miscellaneous 5-String Basses
$1,205€1,079Check ↗
Sadowsky, honestly
What Sadowsky does well
- Impeccable build quality and attention to detail
- Outstanding tonal clarity and responsiveness
- Comfortable and ergonomic neck profiles
- Premium-grade materials and hardware
- Highly customizable options available
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, representing a significant investment
- Limited availability, especially for custom orders
- Can be perceived as a stylistic echo of Fender designs
- Lead times on custom orders can be lengthy
- Relatively smaller brand presence compared to larger manufacturers
Questions about Sadowsky
Where are Sadowsky instruments made?
Sadowsky instruments are primarily manufactured in their factory in Massapequa, New York, with a focus on meticulous handcrafting and quality control.
What makes Sadowsky basses different from Fender basses?
While inspired by Fender designs, Sadowsky basses incorporate modern refinements like improved neck profiles, upgraded electronics, and often, higher-grade woods, resulting in enhanced playability and tone.
Are Sadowsky pickups any good?
The Seymour Duncan-Sadowsky pickups are highly regarded for their clarity, articulation, and vintage-inspired tone, offering a significant upgrade over many stock pickups.