Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ4 RM CH
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ4 RM CH
Product Info
Article Number:
599034
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ4 RM CH
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,065.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This MetroExp21 is a seriously well-built instrument offering a fantastic blend of vintage vibe and modern features. The roasted maple neck and those Sadowsky pickups give you a really articulate, punchy tone that cuts through the mix. It's ideal for players wanting a versatile, reliable J-bass with a premium feel without the high-end price tag.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ4 RM WH
- Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Roasted maple
- 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: 2 passive hum-free Sadowsky J-style (middle and bridge) - bridge pickups in 60s position
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- White Pearloid pickguard
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- 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 Paper White Metallic high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck & fretboard offer exceptional stability and a smooth playing feel.
- • Sadowsky J-style pickups deliver a focused, punchy vintage tone with surprising clarity.
- • Bolt-on construction provides a responsive, lively feel and excellent note articulation.
- • Quick-release string system simplifies string changes, a real boon for gigging musicians.
CONS
- • Okoume body, while resonant, can be a bit plain aesthetically compared to premium woods.
- • Active electronics add complexity; preamp bypass requires understanding the push/pull function.
- • 34” scale might feel slightly long for players accustomed to shorter scale basses.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style (Passive & Active)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
N/A (Typically uses standard 4-string bass strings)
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg) – based on similar Sadowsky models
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active electronics add a touch of warmth and EQ control, while bypass provides a more raw, vintage J-bass tone.
Yes, it's finished with a satin lacquer, providing a silky smooth feel that's very comfortable for extended playing sessions.
The 19mm string spacing at the bridge is fairly standard for a J-bass, offering a comfortable feel for most players.
