Sadowsky MetroExp 21 Vint. 4 MO FL TB
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Sadowsky
MetroExp 21 Vint. 4 MO FL TB
Product Info
Article Number:
598545
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp 21 Vint. 4 MO FL TB
Category:
Fretless Basses
Price:
$1,197.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky MetroExp is a seriously well-made fretless bass. The Okoume body provides a lovely, warm foundation, while the Sadowsky pickups give you that classic J-bass growl. It's perfect for players who want a premium fretless experience without the extreme price tag – think jazz, soul, and anything needing that smooth, expressive vibe.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp 21 Vint. 4 MO FL TB
- Electric Bass
- Fretless
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Morado
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 39.2 mm
- Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
- 21 Fret lines
- Pickups: 2 Passive hum-free Sadowsky J-style (centre and bridge) - bridge pickup in 60s position
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- Parchment pickguard
- Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment
- Sadowsky bridge with quick release for the strings
- String spacing at the bridge: 19 mm
- Distance from the thickest to the thinnest string: 57 mm
- Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gears
- Sadowsky S-Style security locks
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: .045 - .105 Stainless Steel
- Weight: max. 4.8 kg
- Colour: Tobacco Sunburst Transparent high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Okoume body offers a balanced, resonant tone with surprising warmth.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
- • Sadowsky J-style pickups deliver a classic, punchy tone with great clarity.
- • Quick Access Compartment simplifies string changes and internal adjustments.
CONS
- • Fretless basses require a dedicated learning curve and careful handling.
- • Bolt-on neck design, while stable, isn't quite as resonant as a neck-through.
- • The 34” scale might feel a bit long for players with smaller hands.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
2 Passive Sadowsky J-Style (center & bridge), Active 2-way electronics
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21
Strings
.045 - .105 Stainless Steel
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp adds a subtle boost and EQ control, allowing for more tonal shaping; however, the push/pull function lets you bypass it for a purely passive, vintage tone.
Morado is a bit harder and denser than rosewood, offering a slightly snappier feel and a brighter tone; it's known for its durability and beautiful grain.
Yes, it's genuinely convenient; string changes are noticeably faster and easier, making it a great feature for gigging musicians.
