Sadowsky MetroExp 21 Vintage MJ 4 RM BK
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Sadowsky
MetroExp 21 Vintage MJ 4 RM BK
Product Info
Article Number:
596990
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp 21 Vintage MJ 4 RM BK
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$1,076.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The MetroExp 21 is a seriously versatile instrument. The blend of vintage aesthetics and modern electronics makes it a great choice for players seeking a flexible, comfortable bass with a wide tonal palette—ideal for session work or gigging musicians who need to cover a lot of ground.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp 21 Vintage MJ 4 RM BK
- Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 34"
- Nut width: 39.2 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
- 3-Way toggle switch for humbucker configuration - serial / parallel / single coil
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Transparent 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: Solid Black
- high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and Allen key set
PROS
- • Okoume body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Roasted maple neck and fingerboard provide exceptional stability and smooth playability.
- • Sadowsky pickups offer a versatile range, from warm P-bass tones to brighter J-bass clarity.
- • Quick Access compartment simplifies string changes and setup adjustments.
CONS
- • Okoume can be a bit plain aesthetically for some players’ tastes.
- • Active electronics introduce potential for battery dependency and a slight hum if improperly shielded.
- • The 12” radius, while comfortable, might feel less familiar to players used to flatter profiles.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sadowsky P-style (neck), Sadowsky J-style single coil (bridge)
Scale Length
34"
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
Sadowsky Light
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bypassing the preamp delivers a more raw, vintage tone with less output and a slightly different EQ curve, offering a warmer, more organic feel.
Yes, the roasting process stabilizes the wood, minimizing warping and movement due to humidity changes, resulting in a more consistent playing experience over time.
The 19mm string spacing is fairly standard, offering a comfortable balance for fingerstyle and pick playing, while the 39.2mm nut width provides ample room for comfortable hand positioning.
