Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM CH
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM CH
Product Info
Article Number:
599279
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM CH
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,175.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky MetroExp21 is a seriously well-built instrument, offering a vintage-inspired J-bass tone with modern refinements. The roasted maple neck and comfortable radius make it a joy to play, and the active/passive electronics give you a lot of tonal flexibility. It's a fantastic choice for players seeking a versatile, high-quality 5-string with a classic vibe.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM WH
- 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
- Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
- 21 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
- Pickups: Passive hum-free stacked Sadowsky J-Style (middle) and passive hum-free stacked Sadowsky J-Style in 60s position (bridge)
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- White pearloid 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 Paper White Metallic high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Okoume body delivers a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Roasted maple neck and fretboard offer incredible stability and a smooth feel.
- • Sadowsky J-style pickups provide a focused, articulate, and punchy vintage tone.
- • Quick Access Compartment simplifies string changes and electronics access.
CONS
- • Okoume can be somewhat prone to dents and scratches without careful handling.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, lacks the seamlessness of a neck-through design.
- • The 12” radius might feel less familiar to players accustomed to flatter fingerboards.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style Passive Stacked Humbuckers
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
N/A (Designed for standard 5-string bass strings)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - Estimated
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Frequently Asked Questions
Passive mode delivers a more traditional, slightly scooped J-bass tone; active engages the Sadowsky electronics for added clarity and EQ control.
The roasted maple neck has a satin finish, providing a smooth, fast playing experience without excessive stickiness.
The 18mm string spacing at the bridge is fairly standard for a 5-string, offering a comfortable balance between playability and spacing for fingerstyle and pick playing.
