Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ4 RM TSB
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ4 RM TSB
Product Info
Article Number:
598495
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ4 RM TSB
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$988.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This MetroExp21 is a fantastic blend of vintage vibe and modern convenience. The roasted maple neck and Sadowsky pickups create a warm, punchy tone perfect for classic rock, funk, and soul. It's a premium-priced instrument that delivers serious value and a comfortable playing experience for intermediate to advanced players.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ4 RM TSB
- Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut widht: 39.2 mm
- Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
- 21 Nickel-silver frets (W x H): 2.4 mm 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
- Parchment pickguard
- Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment
- Sadowsky bridge with quick release strings
- String spacing at 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: Tobacco Sunburst Transparent high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and feel.
- • Sadowsky pickups deliver a balanced, vintage-inspired tone.
- • Quick Access Compartment simplifies string changes and maintenance.
- • Bolt-on construction provides a bright, articulate response.
CONS
- • Okoume body might be a bit plain for some players' aesthetic preferences.
- • Active electronics introduce potential battery dependency and complexity.
- • String spacing might feel narrow for players with larger hands.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted maple
Fingerboard
Roasted maple
Pickups
Sadowsky J-style hum-free (passive) & Active 2-way
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
21 Nickel-silver
Strings
.045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp adds more tonal shaping options—treble and bass controls—while retaining a natural, balanced sound when bypassed, offering versatility.
Yes, the roasted maple neck has a satin finish, providing a smooth, fast feel without excessive stickiness.
The quick-release system allows for incredibly fast string changes without needing to remove the entire bridge, making restringing a breeze.
