Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado CAO
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado CAO
Product Info
Article Number:
599215
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado CAO
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,153.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This MetroExp21 is a seriously well-built bass. The JJ5 pickups and active electronics give you a huge range of tones, from vintage thump to modern growl, and the roasted maple neck is a dream to play. It's ideal for gigging musicians who need versatility and reliability without sacrificing premium feel and tone.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado CAO
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Morado
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 47.5 mm
- Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut
- 21 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
- Pickups: 2 passive hum-free stacked Sadowsky J-style (middle and bridge) single coils - bridge pickup in 60s position
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Controls for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- Pickguard: Tortoise
- Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment
- Sadowsky bridge with quick string release
- String spacing at bridge: 18 mm
- Distance from the thickest to the thinnest string: 72 mm
- Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gears
- Sadowsky S-Style security locks
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: .045 - .135 Stainless Steel
- Weight: max. 4.8 kg
- Colour: Solid Candy Apple Orange Metallic
- high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fingerboard Protector and Allen key set
PROS
- • Okoume body provides a balanced, resonant tone with surprising warmth
- • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and a silky-smooth feel
- • Sadowsky stacked humbuckers deliver clarity and punch with minimal noise
- • Quick Access compartment simplifies string changes and maintenance significantly
CONS
- • Morado fingerboard can be a bit harder than rosewood, requiring some adjustment
- • Bolt-on neck design, while stable, isn't favored by some for vintage tone
- • Active electronics add complexity; bypass function is essential for pure tone
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style Stacked/Active 2-Way
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
N/A - standard 5-string set
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Morado is denser than rosewood, offering a slightly harder feel and a brighter, more articulate tone. It's a matter of personal preference, but it’s generally considered durable.
Yes, the active preamp provides a noticeable boost in output, allowing for more stage volume or direct recording without needing external amplification. The bypass function lets you experience the pickups' pure passive voice.
The quick-release system simplifies string changes dramatically, especially useful for frequent gigs or experimentation with different string gauges. It's a thoughtful detail that enhances the overall user experience.
