Sadowsky MetroExp22 Will Lee 5 CAR
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Sadowsky
MetroExp22 Will Lee 5 CAR
Product Info
Article Number:
599291
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExp22 Will Lee 5 CAR
Category:
Signature Basses
Price:
$1,483.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Will Lee 5-string is a fantastic blend of vintage vibe and modern playability. The roasted maple neck and thoughtful pickup configuration make it incredibly versatile, perfect for players needing a workhorse bass for funk, soul, and modern R&B. It's a premium-priced instrument offering a lot of value for serious players.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExp22 Will Lee 5 CAR
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Will Lee Artist Line Model
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Morado
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm
- Nut width: 44.5 mm
- Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
- 22 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
- Pickups: passive Sadowsky J-Style single coil (middle) and passive Sadowsky J-Style single coil in 60s position (bridge)
- 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 strings
- String spacing: 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 - .105 Stainless Steel
- Weight: max. 4.8 kg
- Colour: Solid Candy Apple Red Metallic high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Okoume body offers a lively, resonant tone with surprising sustain.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
- • Will Lee's signature pickup blend delivers a versatile, articulate sound.
- • Sadowsky's 2-way active electronics offer precise tonal shaping.
CONS
- • Okoume can be somewhat porous, requiring careful finish maintenance.
- • The 864mm scale might feel long for players accustomed to shorter scales.
- • The passive J-style pickups, while versatile, lack extreme high-output punch.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky J-Style Single Coil (Middle & Bridge), Active 2-Way Electronics
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
22 Nickel Silver
Strings
5-String (Not specified brand, assumed standard long scale)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated based on similar Sadowsky 5-string models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp primarily offers precise control over treble and bass frequencies, adding clarity and definition without drastically altering the core J-style tone. It's more about refinement than a huge tonal shift.
Morado is a harder wood than Rosewood, offering good durability, but it can still show wear over time with heavy use. Consistent cleaning and occasional conditioning will help maintain its appearance.
The 18mm string spacing is fairly standard, but the 44.5mm nut width is slightly wider, offering more room for your fingers – a welcome feature for many players.
