Sadowsky MetroExp21 HybPJ4 Morado SSM

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Sadowsky MetroExp21 HybPJ4 Morado SSM

Sadowsky

MetroExp21 HybPJ4 Morado SSM

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 596260
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroExp21 HybPJ4 Morado SSM
Price: $1,098.90

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The MetroExp21 HybPJ4 is a seriously well-built bass—Sadowsky’s attention to detail shines. The hybrid pickup setup and active/passive switching give you a surprising amount of tonal flexibility, perfect for gigging musicians who need a workhorse instrument that can cover a wide range of styles. It’s a premium-priced instrument, but the quality and versatility justify the investment.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroExp21 HybPJ4 Morado SSM
  • Electric Bass
  • Body: Okoume
  • Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Morado (pau ferro)
  • Fingerboard radius: 12"
  • Scale: 864 mm (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
  • 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: 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 Silver Sparkle Metallic high-gloss
  • Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
  • Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and Allen key set
PROS
  • • Okoume body offers a balanced, resonant tone with surprising clarity.
  • • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
  • • Hybrid pickup configuration delivers P-bass warmth with J-bass articulation.
  • • Sadowsky 2-way electronics offer versatile tonal shaping and preamp bypass.
CONS
  • • Morado fingerboard can feel slightly harder than rosewood for some players.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the inherent sustain of a neck-through design.
  • • The quick-release string system, while convenient, might feel less secure to some.

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 Not specified, likely standard 4-string bass strings (e.g., nickel-plated steel)
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.86 kg) - based on typical Sadowsky bass construction

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bypassing the active preamp gives you a more vintage, raw P-bass sound, while the active circuit adds clarity, definition, and extended EQ control.
It's typically finished with a thin satin lacquer, offering a smooth feel while preserving the wood's natural character. It's a bit harder than rosewood but offers a bright, snappy tone.
It allows for incredibly fast string changes, ideal for quick setups and touring, but some players might prefer the added security of a traditional bridge.

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