Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint MJ5 Mora LH BK
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vint MJ5 Mora LH BK
Product Info
Article Number:
597202
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vint MJ5 Mora LH BK
Category:
5-String Lefthanded Basses
Price:
$1,351.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky MetroExp21 is a seriously versatile left-handed 5-string, blending vintage vibe with modern electronics. The combination of the J-style pickup and Quad Coil humbucker provides a huge range of tones, and the roasted maple neck makes it a joy to play. Ideal for players wanting a premium instrument with a broad sonic palette and a comfortable feel.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vint MJ5 Mora LH BK
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Left-handed model
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Morado
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 44.5 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 (centre) and passive Sadowsky Quad Coil Alnico V Humbucker (bridge)
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- 2 x 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: 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 Black
- high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and Allen key set
PROS
- • Okoume body delivers a resonant, lively, and balanced tonal foundation.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast playing experience.
- • Sadowsky J-Style pickup offers a focused, articulate vintage tone.
- • The Quick Access compartment simplifies string changes significantly.
CONS
- • Okoume can be somewhat prone to dents and scratches with regular use.
- • Active electronics introduce potential for battery replacement or failure.
- • The 12” radius might feel less familiar for players used to flatter fingerboards.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style (center), Sadowsky Quad Coil Alnico V Humbucker (bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
Not specified, likely 5-string set (e.g., .045-.105)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - typical for a 5-string bass
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp adds clarity and definition, boosting the signal and allowing for more tonal shaping via the treble/bass controls, while still retaining a natural feel.
While rooted in vintage tones, the Quad Coil's parallel/single-coil options offer surprising versatility, though extreme metal might require more aggressive pickups.
Morado is denser than rosewood, offering a slightly brighter, snappier feel with a tighter low-end response – it’s a comfortable and durable alternative.
