Sadowsky MasterBuilt JJ 5 LTD 2023 MRH
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Sadowsky
MasterBuilt JJ 5 LTD 2023 MRH
Product Info
Article Number:
567083
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MasterBuilt JJ 5 LTD 2023 MRH
Category:
Premium Basses
Price:
$6,928.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky JJ 5 LTD is a serious instrument for the discerning bassist. The combination of the quilted mahogany top, chambered Okoume body, and Sadowsky’s signature electronics delivers a refined, articulate tone with a vintage warmth. It’s ideal for players seeking a premium, comfortable 5-string with a unique aesthetic and a touch of exclusivity.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MasterBuilt JJ 5 LTD 2023 MRH
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Limited Edition 2023 model
- Only 30 pieces worldwide (4- and 5-string combined)
- Slightly scaled-down J-style body with deep cutaways
- Top: selected Mastergrade quilted mahogany with black accent line
- Body: Okoume (chambered)
- Matched headstock: selected quilted mahogany
- Bolt-on neck: roasted flamed maple
- Neck profile: C (neck width 68.6 mm at 12th fret
- 78.7 mm at last fret)
- Fingerboard: Honduras rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: Mother-of-Pearl blocks
- Fretboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
- Nut width: 47.6 mm (2.7")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- 21 Nickel silver frets (B x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
- Pickups: 2 hum-free Sadowsky J-style single coils
- Active Sadowsky 2-band electronics (bass and treble boost) with Vintage Tone Control (VTC)
- Volume / Balance / Vintage Tone Control (P/P) / Treble and Bass (stacked) controls
- Push/pull function on VTC control for preamp bypass
- Electronics compartment with matching wooden cover
- Sadowsky Light tuners with open gears
- Sadowsky S-security locks
- Sadowsky bridge with Quick Release for the strings
- Gold hardware
- Original strings; .045 - .130 Sadowsky Blue Label
- Colour: Majestic Red Transparent
- high-gloss
- Incl. Sadowsky Professional Road Bag (SAC BAG BASS PROF)
- Sadowsky leather strap with logo
- Sadowsky MasterBuilt Genuine Leather User Kit - Brown (RB PROD USER KIT SBR) and individual certificate of authenticity signed by Roger Sadowsky
- Made in Germany
*Note:* Register your product on www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the warranty to 4 years.
PROS
- • Mastergrade quilted mahogany top offers stunning visual depth and resonance.
- • Chambered Okoume body provides surprising lightweight comfort despite 5-string status.
- • Sadowsky hum-free J pickups deliver clarity and punch without unwanted noise.
- • Active 2-band electronics offer precise tonal shaping and a vintage vibe.
CONS
- • Limited edition availability makes acquisition challenging and resale potentially complex.
- • Roasted maple neck, while stable, might be too thin for players preferring thicker profiles.
- • Okoume, while resonant, can be less dense than other body woods, impacting sustain slightly.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume (chambered) with Quilted Mahogany Top
Neck Material
Roasted Flamed Maple
Fingerboard
Honduras Rosewood
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style Single Coils (Hum-Free)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver (B x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active circuit offers more precise tonal shaping, particularly in boosting the bass and treble frequencies, but retains a vintage-inspired character compared to more modern active systems.
Limited edition instruments often appreciate in value, especially if they are well-regarded and maintain a strong demand, but this is not guaranteed and depends on market factors.
While Sadowsky offers a range of neck profiles, the specified 68.6/78.7mm measurements place this 'C' profile on the slimmer side of their typical range, providing a comfortable and relatively modern feel.
