Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM CAR
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM CAR
Product Info
Article Number:
599170
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM CAR
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,175.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky is a seriously well-built 5-string that nails the vintage J-bass vibe. The roasted maple neck is a joy to play, and the combination of passive and active electronics gives you a versatile sonic palette. It's a premium-priced instrument perfect for players seeking a refined, articulate tone with a touch of modern convenience.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM CAR
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
- Fingerboard: roasted maple
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 47.5 mm
- Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut
- 21 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
- Pickups: 2 passive hum-free stacked Sadowsky J-style (middle and bridge) single coils - bridge pickup in 60s position
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Controls for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- Parchment pickguard
- Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment
- Sadowsky bridge with quick string release
- String spacing at 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 Candy Apple Red Metallic
- high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fingerboard Protector and Allen key set
PROS
- • Okoume body provides a lively resonance and pleasing warmth.
- • Roasted maple neck & fingerboard offer exceptional stability and feel.
- • Sadowsky pickups deliver a focused, articulate J-bass tone.
- • Quick Access compartment simplifies string changes and maintenance.
CONS
- • Active electronics add complexity and potential for battery dependency.
- • The 12” radius might feel less familiar for players accustomed to flatter boards.
- • Okoume, while resonant, can be slightly less dense than other body woods.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style Stacked/Active
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
N/A (Standard 5-String Set)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp adds a subtle boost and EQ control, tightening the low-end and enhancing clarity without overly colored distortion – it's a refined enhancement, not a dramatic shift.
The finish is relatively thin, allowing the natural feel of the maple to shine through; it’s a comfortable, fast playing experience without feeling sticky.
It's a game-changer! String changes become significantly faster and easier, which is a real boon for gigging musicians.
