Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage MJ4 RM CH
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Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vintage MJ4 RM CH
Product Info
Article Number:
597188
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vintage MJ4 RM CH
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$1,208.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The MetroExp21 is a seriously well-thought-out bass. The combination of vintage aesthetics and modern electronics makes it incredibly versatile—you can dial in everything from classic Motown tones to heavier, more contemporary sounds. This is a great choice for players who want a premium instrument with a wide range of sonic possibilities without sacrificing playability.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage MJ4 RM WH
- 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)
- Pickups: passive hum-free Sadowsky J-Style (centre) and passive Sadowsky Quad Coil Alnico V Humbucker (bridge)
- Control for volume / balance / 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 Paper White Metallic high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and Allen key set
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck & fretboard offer exceptional stability and a smooth playing feel.
- • Sadowsky’s J-style and Quad Coil humbucker combo delivers versatile tonal options.
- • Active 2-way electronics provide precise EQ shaping and a balanced sonic signature.
- • Bolt-on construction contributes to a responsive, punchy low-end and comfortable feel.
CONS
- • Okoume body, while resonant, might be considered less premium than other woods.
- • The extensive electronics might overwhelm players seeking a purely passive experience.
- • 12” radius fingerboard isn’t ideal for players preferring a flatter, modern feel.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style (center) & Quad Coil Alnico V Humbucker (bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
N/A (Standard 4-string bass strings)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bypassing the preamp delivers a more raw, vintage tone, reducing the EQ shaping capabilities but offering a more direct signal.
The quick-release system significantly speeds up string changes, a huge time-saver for gigging musicians and those who experiment with different string gauges.
Roasted maple is inherently more stable than standard maple, making it less susceptible to warping or changes in humidity – a notable advantage for long-term reliability.
