Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint M4 Morado SI
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vint M4 Morado SI
Product Info
Article Number:
597970
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vint M4 Morado SI
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$1,197.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The MetroExp21 is a seriously well-built bass, blending vintage vibes with modern versatility. The Quad Coil pickup gives you a punchy, warm tone that’s perfect for Motown, funk, or even heavier styles, while the active electronics add a layer of refinement. This is a fantastic choice for players wanting a premium instrument with a comfortable feel and a wide range of sounds.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint M4 Morado SI
- Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Morado
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 39.2 mm
- Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
- 21 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
- Pickup: Passive Sadowsky Quad Coil Humbucker with Alnico V magnets (bridge)
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- 3-Way toggle switch for pickup configuration: serial / parallel / single coil
- Transparent 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
- 57 mm Distance from the thickest to the thinnest string
- Sadowsky S-Style security locks
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: 045 - 105 Edelstahlsaiten
- Weight: max. 4.8 kg
- Colour: Solid Silver Sparkle Metallic high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky Fretboard Protector
- hex key set and Sadowsky PortaBag
PROS
- • Okoume body offers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
- • Sadowsky Quad Coil humbucker delivers thick, articulate lows and defined mids.
- • Active electronics with bypass offer tonal flexibility and a clean, vintage character.
CONS
- • Morado fingerboard can be a bit harder than rosewood, requiring some adjustment.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, might not appeal to all purists.
- • The Quick Access Compartment may feel slightly cramped for complex setups.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky Quad Coil Humbucker (bridge), Active Sadowsky 2-way (mid)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
Not specified, likely 4-string standard gauge (e.g., 40-100)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - typical for a bass of this construction
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Quad Coil offers a more complex harmonic profile, providing more clarity and articulation than a standard humbucker, especially when using the parallel wiring option.
Yes, the bypass offers a more passive, vintage tone, reducing the active EQ's impact; it's a subtle but welcome change for a more organic feel.
While neck-through basses often boast slightly more sustain, the MetroExp21’s roasted maple neck and carefully chosen tonewoods deliver excellent sustain and resonance for a bolt-on design.
