Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM TSB
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM TSB
Product Info
Article Number:
599214
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM TSB
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,175.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The MetroExp21 is a seriously well-built bass, blending vintage aesthetics with modern playability. The roasted maple neck is a joy, and the Sadowsky pickups deliver a focused, punchy tone that's versatile enough for funk, rock, and even some jazz. It’s a premium-priced instrument perfect for the gigging musician seeking a reliable, high-quality 5-string.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage JJ5 RM TSB
- 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: 2 passive hum-free stacked Sadowsky J-style (middle and bridge) coils - pickup 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 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: Tobacco Sunburst Transparent high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck and fretboard offer exceptional stability and a smooth feel.
- • Sadowsky's stacked hum-free pickups deliver clarity and warmth with minimal noise.
- • Bolt-on construction provides a snappy, responsive attack characteristic of vintage basses.
- • Quick Access Compartment simplifies string changes and electronics access; very practical.
CONS
- • Okoume body, while resonant, might be a bit plain for some aesthetics.
- • Active electronics add complexity; bypass function can be a learning curve.
- • String spacing at 18mm might feel cramped for players with larger hands.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style Stacked & Active 2-Way
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver (2.4 x 1.3 mm)
Strings
Not specified, likely standard 5-string set (e.g., .045-.125)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - typical for a 5-string bass
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp boosts the signal and adds EQ control, while the bypass offers a more raw, vintage tone; it's a great way to dial in different sounds.
It's a relatively thin satin finish, allowing the natural feel of the maple to shine through; expect a fast and comfortable playing experience.
The 18mm spacing is slightly narrower than some basses, which might require a brief adjustment for players accustomed to wider spacing, but is generally considered comfortable.
