Sadowsky Custom Shop 24-5 Ebony Top NTS

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Sadowsky Custom Shop 24-5 Ebony Top NTS

Sadowsky

Custom Shop 24-5 Ebony Top NTS

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Product Info

Article Number: 568837
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: Custom Shop 24-5 Ebony Top NTS
Price: $7,588.90

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This Sadowsky 24-5 is a serious instrument – the combination of the roasted maple neck, chambered swamp ash, and those signature Sadowsky pickups delivers a remarkably versatile and powerful tone. It's perfect for the discerning player seeking a refined, professional-grade 5-string with a modern feel and vintage character, excelling in funk, jazz, and modern rock.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky Custom Shop 24-5 Ebony Top NTS
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Custom Shop Masterbuilt model
  • Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
  • Top: Macassar ebony with black accent line
  • Chambered body: American swamp ash
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fingerboard: Roasted maple
  • Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12")
  • Scale length: 864 mm (34")
  • Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut
  • Nut width: 47.6 mm (1.875")
  • Neck width at 12th fret: 68
  • 6 mm (2
  • Neck width at last fret: 78.7 mm (3.1")
  • Neck thickness at 1st fret: 21.8 mm (0.86")
  • Neck thickness at 12th fret: 23.6 mm (0.93")
  • 24 Nickel silver frets (width: 2.4 mm / height: 1.3 mm)
  • Pickups: 2 Sadowsky Soapbar
  • Sadowsky Mid-Boost Preamp with switchable Mid-Boost and Trim-Poti
  • Volume and balance control
  • Treble and bass controls (stacked)
  • Vintage tone control with push/pull function for preamp bypass
  • Mid-Boost switch
  • Push/pull function on VTC control for preamp bypass
  • Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gears
  • Sadowsky S-Security Locks
  • Sadowsky bridge with Quick Release for the strings
  • Black hardware
  • Strings: 045 - 130 Sadowsky Blue Label strings
  • Weight: approx. 3
  • 86 kg
  • Colour: Natural Transparent Satin
  • Includes Sadowsky Professional Road Bag (SAC BAG BASS PROF)
  • hexagonal key adjustment set and individual certificate of authenticity
  • Made in Germany

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Swamp ash chambering delivers surprising resonance and comfortable weight.
  • • Macassar ebony top provides stunning aesthetics and a focused upper midrange.
  • • Sadowsky Soapbar pickups offer a refined, articulate, and powerful tone.
  • • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy response and excellent clarity.
CONS
  • • The ebony top, while beautiful, can be prone to minor cracking with humidity changes.
  • • The mid-boost can be a bit aggressive for some players’ tastes, requiring careful EQ adjustments.
  • • The premium-priced nature makes it a significant investment for most players.

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Key Features

Body Material American swamp ash, chambered
Neck Material Roasted maple
Fingerboard Roasted maple
Pickups 2 Sadowsky Soapbar
Scale Length 864 mm (34 in)
Frets 24 Nickel silver
Strings 5-string
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NTS joint provides a more immediate feel and quicker response than a set-neck, often perceived as having a slightly brighter tone and increased sustain, though the difference is subtle in Sadowsky’s hands.
They're not overly hot, but they deliver a robust low-end and clear highs – a balanced output suited for a wide range of playing styles and amplification setups.
Maintaining a stable humidity level around 45-55% is ideal to prevent cracking; a case humidifier is a wise investment for long-term preservation.

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