Sadowsky MetroExp21 V JJ4 Mo FLwL LH BK
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 V JJ4 Mo FLwL LH BK
Product Info
Article Number:
598473
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 V JJ4 Mo FLwL LH BK
Category:
Fretless Basses
Price:
$1,197.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This left-handed Sadowsky MetroExp21 V is a seriously refined fretless bass. The JJ4 pickup voicing is fantastic for a vintage-inspired, articulate tone, and the active electronics give you some flexibility without getting overly processed. It’s ideal for players seeking a high-quality fretless experience with a comfortable neck and a focused sonic palette.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 V JJ4 Mo FLwL LH BK
- Electric Bass
- Left-handed model
- 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 (neck and bridge) single coils - bridge pickup in 60s position
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- 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 Black
- high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hexagon spanner set
PROS
- • Okoume body offers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth playing feel.
- • Sadowsky J-style pickups deliver a warm, articulate, and vintage-inspired sound.
- • Active electronics offer tonal shaping while retaining a natural, fretless character.
CONS
- • Morado fingerboard can be a bit harder on the fingers initially compared to ebony.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, isn't favored by some for ultimate sustain.
- • The 21 fret design may limit high-register access for some players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
2 Passive Sadowsky J-Style Single Coils (Neck/Bridge) & Active 2-Way Electronics
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21
Strings
Sadowsky Custom Stainless Steel (likely .045-.105, but not explicitly stated)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated, based on similar Sadowsky models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp adds subtle shaping, but Sadowsky's design prioritizes a natural sound, preserving the fretless character rather than introducing harshness.
Like any hardwood, it can, but a consistent humidity environment and occasional oiling will keep it stable and prevent issues.
It’s a lever-based system allowing for rapid string changes without needing to adjust the bridge; it's straightforward and convenient once you understand the mechanics.
