Sadowsky MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado TSB
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Sadowsky
MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado TSB
Product Info
Article Number:
596864
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado TSB
Category:
5-String P-Basses
Price:
$1,208.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky is a seriously well-built instrument. The hybrid pickup setup gives you a ton of tonal options, from that classic P-bass thump to a more articulate J-bass growl, all with Sadowsky's signature refinement. It's a great choice for players wanting a versatile 5-string with a premium feel and a comfortable, modern playability.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp 21 HybPJ 5 Morado TSB
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Morado (pau ferro)
- 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
- Parchment 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: Tobacco Sunburst Transparent Metallic high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and Allen key set
PROS
- • Okoume body delivers a surprisingly resonant and balanced tonal foundation.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast playing feel.
- • HybPJ pickup configuration offers a versatile blend of P-bass warmth and J-bass clarity.
- • Sadowsky’s 2-way active electronics provide precise tone shaping without harshness.
CONS
- • Morado fingerboard, while beautiful, can be slightly harder than rosewood to get used to.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while offering a snappy response, isn’t favored by all for sustain.
- • The Quick Access Compartment, while convenient, can slightly impact the body’s resonance.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado (Pau Ferro)
Pickups
Sadowsky P-style (neck) / Sadowsky J-style (bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
N/A (Designed for standard 5-string bass strings)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active electronics add a subtle but noticeable clarity and definition, allowing for precise treble and bass adjustments without the typical harshness sometimes associated with active electronics.
Morado is generally more stable than some other tropical hardwoods, but maintaining a reasonable humidity level is still crucial to prevent any issues. A good case humidifier is always a smart investment.
The 18mm string spacing is fairly standard for a 5-string, offering a comfortable balance between playability and allowing for accurate muting. Fingerstyle players should find it very manageable.
