Sadowsky MetroExp21 HybPJ4 RM CAO

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Sadowsky MetroExp21 HybPJ4 RM CAO

Sadowsky

MetroExp21 HybPJ4 RM CAO

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 596221
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroExp21 HybPJ4 RM CAO
Price: $1,065.90

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This Sadowsky is a seriously well-made hybrid bass, blending the best of P and J pickup sounds with Sadowsky’s renowned build quality. The roasted maple neck is a dream to play, and the active electronics offer subtle tonal enhancements. It’s perfect for players seeking a versatile, professional-grade instrument with a warm, defined tone—ideal for session work, funk, and a wide range of genres.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroExp21 HybPJ4 RM CAO
  • Electric Bass
  • Body: Okoume
  • Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Roasted maple
  • 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
  • Tortoise 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 Candy Apple Orange Metallic high-gloss
  • Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
  • Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and Allen key set
PROS
  • • Okoume body provides a lively resonance and comfortable playing feel.
  • • Roasted maple neck and fingerboard offer exceptional stability and a smooth, fast action.
  • • Hybrid P/J pickup configuration delivers versatility, from warm growl to articulate bite.
  • • Sadowsky's 2-way active electronics offer tonal shaping without excessive preamp coloration.
CONS
  • • Okoume can be somewhat porous, potentially requiring more diligent finish care.
  • • Bolt-on neck, while stable, lacks the inherent sustain of a neck-through design.
  • • The 12” radius fingerboard might not suit players accustomed to flatter profiles.

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Key Features

Body Material Okoume
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Roasted Maple
Pickups Sadowsky Passive P-style (neck) & Hum-Free J-style (bridge)
Scale Length 864 mm (34")
Frets 21 Nickel Silver (2.4 x 1.3 mm)
Strings N/A (Typically 4-string bass strings)
Weight Approximately 8.8 lbs (3.95 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Sadowsky 2-way system adds subtle EQ shaping, providing a touch more clarity and definition without the aggressive boost often found in full-range preamps.
It's a full bypass, returning the bass to a purely passive configuration, letting you experience the raw tone of the pickups without any electronic intervention.
The Quick Access system significantly simplifies string changes, allowing for faster restringing without needing to adjust the bridge saddle positions, a real time-saver.

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