Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM OWH
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM OWH
Product Info
Article Number:
599164
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM OWH
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,175.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This MetroExp21 is a seriously well-built 5-string. The roasted maple neck is a joy to play, and the Sadowsky pickups give you that familiar J-bass thump with a modern edge thanks to the active preamp. It’s a fantastic option for players needing a versatile, reliable bass for funk, rock, and beyond.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM OWH
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut iwdth: 47.5 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 stacked 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
- Tortoise pickguard
- Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment
- Sadowsky bridge with quick release strings
- 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 Olympic White high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Okoume body provides a lively resonance and surprisingly balanced tone.
- • Roasted maple neck and fingerboard offer exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
- • Sadowsky J-style pickups deliver a classic, punchy tone with excellent clarity.
- • Quick Access Compartment simplifies string changes and electronics access – a genuine time-saver.
CONS
- • Okoume can be a bit plain aesthetically compared to more figured woods.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, doesn’t offer the sustain of a neck-through design.
- • Active electronics, while versatile, might not appeal to purists seeking a purely passive tone.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sadowsky J-style (passive hum-free stacked) & Active 2-way
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
Sadowsky (likely .045-.105, but not explicitly stated)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated based on similar Sadowsky models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp adds a bit of extra 'oomph' and tonal shaping, but the push/pull pot makes it simple to revert to a purely passive, vintage J-bass sound.
Yes, the Just-A-Nut III contributes to improved string vibration and sustain, and the consistent neck profile is a hallmark of Sadowsky’s build quality.
No, it’s a high-quality, synthetic tortoise shell material, which is standard practice for aesthetic and ethical reasons.
