Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage M4 RM BK
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vintage M4 RM BK
Product Info
Article Number:
597350
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vintage M4 RM BK
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$1,164.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This MetroExp21 is a seriously well-thought-out bass, blending vintage vibe with modern functionality. The roasted maple neck feels fantastic, and the Quad Coil pickup gives you a huge range of tones, from warm and woody to punchy and articulate. It’s a premium-priced instrument perfect for players who want a versatile, quality bass with a distinctive voice.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage M4 RM BK
- Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 39.2 mm
- Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
- 21 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
- Pickup: passive Sadowsky Quad Coil Alnico V humbucker (bridge)
- Control for volume / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- 3-Way toggle switch for humbucker configuration - serial / parallel / single coil
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Transparent pickguard
- Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment
- Sadowsky bridge with quick release for the strings
- String spacing at the bridge: 19 mm
- Distance from the thickest to the thinnest string: 57 mm
- Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gears
- Sadowsky S-Style security locks
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: .045 - .105 Stainless Steel
- Weight: max. 4.8 kg
- Colour: Solid Black
- high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck and fretboard offer exceptional stability and smooth playability.
- • Sadowsky Quad Coil humbucker delivers a thick, vintage-inspired tone with clarity.
- • Active/passive switching provides remarkable tonal flexibility for diverse musical styles.
- • The Quick Access Compartment simplifies string changes and electronics access.
CONS
- • Okoume body, while resonant, may lack the sustain of heavier woods like mahogany.
- • The 12” radius fingerboard might feel less familiar for players accustomed to flatter profiles.
- • The active electronics, while versatile, add complexity for those preferring purely passive setups.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sadowsky Quad Coil Alnico V humbucker (bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel silver (2.4 x 1.3 mm)
Strings
Not Specified - likely 4mm ball end, standard gauge
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - based on similar Sadowsky models
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Frequently Asked Questions
Passive mode delivers a more vintage, round tone, while active mode adds clarity and a more modern punch; the active electronics introduce a subtle EQ boost.
Yes, the neck has a thin satin finish that allows for a fast and comfortable feel, avoiding a sticky or overly glossy surface.
It provides easy access to the neck pocket area, allowing for quick and efficient string changes without needing to remove the entire neck.
