Sadowsky MetroExpress 21-5 Vin BK FL LH

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Sadowsky MetroExpress 21-5 Vin BK FL LH

Sadowsky

MetroExpress 21-5 Vin BK FL LH

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 491747
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroExpress 21-5 Vin BK FL LH
Price: $471.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

This left-handed Sadowsky MetroExpress is a fantastic entry point into fretless bass playing. The J/J pickups and bolt-on neck create a lively, articulate tone perfect for funk, Motown, and classic rock styles, while the active EQ gives you some tonal shaping options. It's a solid, well-built instrument ideal for gigging musicians seeking a versatile and affordable fretless experience.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroExpress 21-5 Vin BK FL LH
  • 21-Fret Vintage J/J Bass
  • Left-handed version
  • Fretless model
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • 34" (864 mm) scale
  • Bolt-on neck
  • Okume body
  • Maple neck
  • Tigerstripe ebony fretboard
  • 12" Fretboard radius
  • Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
  • 47.5 mm Nut width
  • Pickups: Passive Sadowsky J style pickup (neck) & passive Sadowsky J style pickup (bridge)
  • Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
  • Control for volume / balance / treble / bass
  • Sadowsky light machine heads with open gears
  • Sadowsky S style security locks
  • Sadowsky bridge with Quick Release for the strings
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strung with 045 - 130 stainless steel strings
  • Solid black high polish finish
  • Includes hex key set and Sadowsky Portabag (SAC BAG BASS PORTA) gig bag

*Note:* Register your product at https://shop.warwick.de/en/warrantyregistration and extend the warranty to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Tigerstripe ebony fretboard offers exceptional smoothness and note definition
  • • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy, responsive feel and bright tone
  • • Sadowsky J-style pickups deliver a punchy, vintage-inspired growl
  • • Quick Release string system simplifies string changes and maintenance
CONS
  • • Okume body, while lightweight, lacks the sustain of more premium woods
  • • Active electronics introduce a slight coloration, limiting pure vintage tone
  • • Fretless basses require a dedicated practice regimen to master intonation

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Key Features

Body Material Okume
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Tigerstripe Ebony
Pickups Sadowsky J-style (Passive)
Scale Length 34 in (864 mm)
Frets 21
Strings Stainless Steel (045-130)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated - varies by individual bass)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 12 in radius fretboard provides a relatively gentle curve, making it easier to navigate than some flatter fretless options, but still requires careful finger placement for accurate intonation.
Yes, the pickups are standard J-style and can be replaced, although modifications might require some technical skill and potentially adjusting the pickup rings.
The active EQ offers a gentle boost and cut, allowing for subtle tonal adjustments; it's not a radical tone-shaping tool, but a welcome addition for added versatility.

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