Sadowsky MetroExp24 Modern 4 RM LH BK

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Sadowsky MetroExp24 Modern 4 RM LH BK

Sadowsky

MetroExp24 Modern 4 RM LH BK

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 599324
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroExp24 Modern 4 RM LH BK
Price: $1,175.90

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This Sadowsky MetroExp24 is a serious instrument for the modern bassist. The roasted maple neck feels fantastic, and the Soapbar pickups give you that punchy, defined low-end you want for funk, pop, and modern rock. It’s a premium-priced option that delivers a lot of value for the money, especially for lefties.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroExp24 Modern 4 RM LH BK
  • Electric Bass
  • Left-handed model
  • 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
  • 24 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
  • Pickups: 2 Sadowsky Soapbar humbuckers in modern position (middle and bridge)
  • Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
  • Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
  • 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
  • • Okoume body provides excellent resonance and sustain.
  • • Roasted maple neck and fingerboard offer stability and a smooth feel.
  • • Sadowsky Soapbar pickups deliver a punchy, articulate, modern tone.
  • • Active electronics offer precise EQ shaping and preamp bypass.
CONS
  • • Okoume can be somewhat plain aesthetically compared to other tonewoods.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, isn't favored by some for vintage sustain.
  • • The active preamp adds complexity for players unfamiliar with active electronics.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material Okoume
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Roasted Maple
Pickups 2 Sadowsky Soapbar Humbuckers (Modern Position)
Scale Length 864 mm (34")
Frets 24 Nickel Silver
Strings .045 - .105 Stainless Steel
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The modern placement emphasizes clarity and attack, providing a more focused and aggressive sound, while retaining some of the warmth of a humbucker.
It's relatively straightforward once you understand the basics – volume, blend, treble/bass. The bypass function lets you play passively if you prefer a simpler, more traditional tone.
Roasted maple is kiln-dried, resulting in exceptional stability against humidity changes, a smoother feel, and a brighter, more articulate tone compared to standard maple.

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