Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage MJ4 RM SGR
Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy
Sadowsky
MetroExp21 Vintage MJ4 RM SGR
Product Info
Article Number:
597179
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp21 Vintage MJ4 RM SGR
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$1,208.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This MetroExp21 is a seriously versatile instrument. The combination of vintage aesthetics and modern electronics makes it a great choice for players wanting a wide range of tones, from classic Motown to modern funk. It's a premium-priced bass that delivers a lot of bang for your buck, especially if you appreciate a comfortable neck and flexible pickup options.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp21 Vintage MJ4 RM SGR
- 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 Sage Green Metallic high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and Allen key set
PROS
- • Okoume body offers a lively resonance and surprisingly balanced tone.
- • Roasted maple neck and fingerboard provide exceptional stability and smooth playability.
- • Sadowsky J-style/Quad Coil combo delivers incredible tonal flexibility and punch.
- • Active 2-way electronics add clarity and definition without excessive coloration.
CONS
- • Okoume can be a bit more susceptible to finish checking than some hardwoods.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, isn’t preferred by some for vintage sustain.
- • The extensive control set might feel overwhelming for less experienced players.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style (bridge) & Quad Coil Alnico V (neck)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
Not Specified (likely standard 4-string set)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
Similar Products
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
$1,099
Classical Guitar, Special model for the anniversary of Guitarras...
Ibanez GRG320FA-TVT
ST Style Guitars
$439
Electric Guitar, Body: Poplar, Top: Basswood with Art Grain in flamed maple look, Bolt-on neck:...
Taylor 814ce Special Edition Sedona
Other Acoustic Guitars
$5,499
*Note:* Register your Taylor guitar to extend your warranty to 12 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
It's significantly more articulate and punchy, with a wider frequency range and a more defined low-end than a typical humbucker – less muddy, more focused.
Yes, it's a fairly significant change; the passive tone is warmer and rounder, while the active mode provides more clarity and a tighter low end.
It dramatically simplifies string changes, allowing you to quickly swap strings without needing to fuss with unwinding them – a real time-saver for gigging musicians.
