Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint MJ4 Mora LH OW
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vint MJ4 Mora LH OW
Product Info
Article Number:
597122
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vint MJ4 Mora LH OW
Category:
4-String Lefthanded Basses
Price:
$1,241.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky MetroExp21 is a serious contender for lefties wanting a modern edge with vintage vibes. The blend of passive and active electronics gives you incredible tonal flexibility, while the roasted maple neck and morado fingerboard provide exceptional playability. It’s a great choice for players who need a bass that can handle everything from funk to rock.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint MJ4 Mora LH OW
- Electric Bass
- Left-handed model
- 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: Passive hum-free Sadowsky J-Style (middle) and passive Sadowsky Quad Coil Alnico V Humbucker (bridge)
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- 3-Way toggle switch for humbucker configuration - serial / parallel / single coil
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- 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
- 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 Olympic White high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex wrench set
PROS
- • Okoume body offers a balanced, resonant tone with surprising warmth.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
- • Sadowsky J/Quad Coil combo delivers versatility from growl to articulate clarity.
- • Quick Access Compartment is a thoughtful touch for easy electronics maintenance.
CONS
- • Okoume can be a bit soft; requires careful handling to avoid dings.
- • Active electronics add complexity; may not appeal to purist passive players.
- • The 12” radius, while comfortable, might feel flat for some accustomed to vintage radii.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style (middle) & Quad Coil Alnico V Humbucker (bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
Not Specified (likely 4-string standard gauge)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp boosts signal and adds EQ control, resulting in a more defined low end and increased output; it's a noticeable shift but still retains a natural feel.
It bypasses the active electronics, allowing you to experience the pickups in a purely passive configuration, offering a different tonal character.
Absolutely; the Quad Coil pickup, in particular, handles slap well, providing a punchy and articulate tone, though you'll need to dial in the EQ appropriately.
