Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado SIL

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Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado SIL

Sadowsky

MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado SIL

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 599282
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado SIL
Price: $1,098.90

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This Sadowsky is a seriously well-built 5-string, blending vintage J-bass vibe with modern electronics. The JJ5 pickups and active EQ give you a huge range of tones, while the roasted maple neck keeps things comfortable. It’s a great choice for players seeking a versatile, premium-priced instrument with that classic Sadowsky quality.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint JJ5 Morado SIL
  • 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
  • Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
  • 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) - bridge pickup 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: 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 Silver Sparkle Metallic high-gloss
  • Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
  • Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key
PROS
  • • Okoume body provides a lively, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
  • • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
  • • Sadowsky JJ5 pickups deliver a balanced, articulate J-bass tone.
  • • Quick-access compartment and string release bridge enhance practicality and setup.
CONS
  • • Morado fingerboard, while beautiful, can be a bit harder than rosewood.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, though reliable, limits some high-end resonance.
  • • Active electronics add complexity; preamp bypass requires understanding.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Okoume
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Morado
Pickups Sadowsky J-Style Stacked (Middle/Bridge) & Active 2-Way
Scale Length 864 mm (34")
Frets 21 Nickel Silver
Strings Not Specified (Likely 5-String Standard)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The active preamp adds clarity, expands the frequency range, and allows for more precise EQ adjustments, but it can be bypassed for a more authentic, vintage J-bass tone.
While less common than rosewood, Morado can still experience similar issues; proper humidity control and careful handling are recommended to prevent them.
The 18mm string spacing is fairly standard for a 5-string, and the 47.5mm nut width provides ample room for comfortable playing, even for those with larger hands.

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