Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM SIL
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM SIL
Product Info
Article Number:
599281
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM SIL
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,098.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky MetroExp21 is a seriously well-built 5-string that nails the vintage J-Bass vibe with modern refinements. The roasted maple neck is a dream to play, and the active/passive electronics give you a ton of tonal flexibility. It's a great choice for players wanting a versatile, high-quality instrument for funk, rock, and beyond.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM SIL
- 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 (neck) 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
- Black pearloid pickguard
- Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment
- Sadowsky bridge with quick release 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 Silver Sparkle Metallic high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck and fretboard offer exceptional stability and feel.
- • Sadowsky’s stacked hum-free pickups deliver clarity and warmth.
- • Bolt-on construction provides a responsive, snappy attack and great sustain.
- • Quick Access Compartment simplifies string changes and electronics access.
CONS
- • Okoume body, while resonant, may lack the premium heft of mahogany.
- • Active electronics introduce a potential point of failure, though rare.
- • The 12 in radius, while comfortable, might feel less vintage to some.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted maple
Fingerboard
Roasted maple
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style stacked hum-free
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
21 Nickel-silver (2.4 x 1.3 mm)
Strings
Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment compatible
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
In passive mode, it delivers a classic J-Bass growl; active mode adds more focused lows and highs with adjustable EQ.
Yes, the neck has a satin finish, providing a smooth, fast feel without being overly glossy or sticky.
The 18 mm string spacing at the bridge is fairly standard, accommodating most playing styles and pick choices comfortably.
