Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ4 Morado CAO
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vint JJ4 Morado CAO
Product Info
Article Number:
598994
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vint JJ4 Morado CAO
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,098.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky is a seriously well-built instrument. The JJ4 pickups nail that classic J-bass vibe, and the active electronics give you a little extra something when you need it. It’s a great option for players seeking a premium-priced, versatile bass with a vintage character and modern playability.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ4 Morado CAO
- Electric Bass
- 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 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
- Pickups: 2 passive hum-free Sadowsky J-style (middle 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
- 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 hex key set
PROS
- • Okoume body offers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
- • Sadowsky JJ4 pickups deliver a focused, vintage J-bass tone with clarity.
- • Active/passive electronics offer tonal flexibility and a convenient bypass.
CONS
- • Morado fingerboard can be prone to dryness if not properly maintained.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, lacks the sustain of a neck-through design.
- • The 864mm scale may feel slightly long for players accustomed to shorter scales.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style (Passive) & Active 2-way
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
.045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The passive mode delivers a traditional, warm J-bass sound, while the active mode adds a bit more punch and clarity, and allows for EQ adjustments.
Morado is denser and often feels a bit harder than rosewood; it requires regular oiling to prevent cracking and maintain its playability.
Sadowsky's system is exceptionally smooth and reliable, allowing for very fast string changes without needing any tools, a real boon for gigging musicians.
