Sadowsky MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado SIL
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Sadowsky
MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado SIL
Product Info
Article Number:
596988
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado SIL
Category:
5-String P-Basses
Price:
$1,208.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 is a serious contender for players wanting a versatile, well-built 5-string. The hybrid pickup setup provides a surprising amount of tonal range, and the roasted maple neck is a joy to play. It's perfect for session players or anyone needing a bass that can cover a lot of ground, from funk to rock.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado SIL
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Morado
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 47.5 mm
- Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
- 21 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
- Pickups: passive Sadowsky P-style (neck)
- passive
- hum-free Sadowsky J-style single coil in 60s position (bridge)
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Black Pearloid pickguard
- Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment
- Sadowsky bridge with quick release for the strings
- String spacing at the bridge: 18 mm
- Distance from the thickest to the thinnest string: 72 mm
- Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gears
- Sadowsky S-Style security locks
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: .045 - .135 Stainless Steel
- Weight: max. 4.8 kg
- Colour: Solid Silver Sparkle Metallic high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Okoume body offers excellent resonance and a balanced tone.
- • Roasted maple neck provides stability and a smooth, fast feel.
- • HybPJ pickup configuration delivers versatility – P-bass thump meets J-bass clarity.
- • Sadowsky's 2-way active electronics add punch and tonal shaping options.
CONS
- • Morado fingerboard, while beautiful, can be slightly harder than rosewood.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, isn't favored by some for sustain.
- • The Quick Access Compartment, while convenient, can slightly impact body resonance.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky Passive P-style (Neck) / Sadowsky Hum-Free J-style (Bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
Not specified, likely 5-string standard gauge (e.g., 40-105)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - based on similar Sadowsky 5-string models
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Frequently Asked Questions
The J-style bridge pickup adds more high-end detail and a slightly brighter character, preventing the typical P-bass 'mud' while retaining its fundamental low-end punch.
The controls are straightforward: volume, blend, treble, and bass with a push/pull for bypassing the active circuit. It's designed for quick adjustments, though exploring the full range takes some experimentation.
Morado is generally a bit harder and denser than rosewood, providing a slightly slicker feel; it might require a bit more occasional oiling to prevent dryness.
