Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ4 Morado SIL
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vint JJ4 Morado SIL
Product Info
Article Number:
599065
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vint JJ4 Morado SIL
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,043.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This MetroExp21 is a seriously well-built instrument. The JJ4 pickups nail that classic J-bass vibe, but the active preamp gives you some modern flexibility. It’s a great option for players wanting a vintage tone with a touch of modern convenience and a premium feel without the absolute top-tier price tag.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ4 Morado SIL
- 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 pickups in 60s position
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- 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 hex key set
PROS
- • Okoume body offers a resonant, balanced tonal foundation.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and smooth playability.
- • Sadowsky JJ4 pickups deliver articulate, vintage-voiced tones.
- • Quick Access Compartment simplifies string changes and maintenance.
CONS
- • Morado fingerboard can be prone to dryness requiring regular conditioning.
- • Bolt-on neck construction might not appeal to players seeking a more integrated feel.
- • Active electronics add complexity; preamp bypass is essential to understand.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style (Passive/Active Hybrid)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
.040 - .090 (likely, standard Sadowsky setup)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (based on similar Sadowsky models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bypassing the preamp reveals a more raw, slightly scooped tone characteristic of vintage J-basses, making it surprisingly versatile.
Morado has a slightly denser feel than rosewood, offering a smoother, almost glassy surface, but requires more diligent humidification.
The 19mm spacing provides ample room for fingers, making it comfortable for players with bigger hands or those who like to use a pick.
