Sadowsky MetroExpress 21 Hybrid BK LH

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Sadowsky MetroExpress 21 Hybrid BK LH

Sadowsky

MetroExpress 21 Hybrid BK LH

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Product Info

Article Number: 491274
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroExpress 21 Hybrid BK LH
Price: $328.90

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The MetroExpress 21 Hybrid is a fantastic option for the gigging lefty bassist seeking a quality instrument without the premium price tag. It’s got a modern feel, a versatile pickup configuration, and that signature Sadowsky build quality that punches well above its class. A great all-rounder for rock, funk, and everything in between.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroExpress 21 Hybrid BK LH
  • Electric Bass
  • Lefthanded model
  • Body: Okume
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fretboard: Maple
  • Fretboard radius: 12"
  • Scale length: 34" (864 mm)
  • Nut width: 38.5 mm
  • Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
  • 21 Nickel silver frets (width: 2.4 mm / height: 1.3 mm)
  • Pickups: passive Sadowsky P-style split coil (neck) and J-style single coil (bridge)
  • Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
  • Controls for volume
  • balance
  • treble and bass
  • Sadowsky bridge with quick-release for the strings
  • String spacing 61.4 mm
  • Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gear
  • Sadowsky S-Style Security Locks
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strings: 045 - 105 Stainless Steel
  • Colour: Solid Black High Polish
  • Includes hex key set and Sadowsky Portabag gigbag

*Note:* Register your product at www.w-distribution.de/Warranty and extend the guarantee to 4 years.

PROS
  • • Okume body offers a surprisingly resonant and lightweight feel for the price.
  • • Split-coil/single-coil pickup combo delivers versatility from mellow to aggressive tones.
  • • Sadowsky’s 2-way active electronics provide tonal shaping without excessive boost.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck ensures a snappy, responsive feel and easy adjustability.
CONS
  • • Okume, while lightweight, lacks the sustain of more premium tonewoods.
  • • Maple fretboard may feel a little slick for some players; consider rounding.
  • • Active electronics, while good, can introduce a slight high-end fizz at extreme settings.

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Key Features

Body Material Okume
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups Sadowsky P-style split coil (neck) / J-style single coil (bridge)
Scale Length 34 in (864 mm)
Frets 21 Nickel silver, 2.4 mm width, 1.3 mm height
Strings 045 - 105 Stainless Steel
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.8 kg) - estimated based on similar models

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a streamlined version, offering basic EQ control; it won't have the extensive features of a flagship model but provides useful tonal shaping.
Yes, it imparts a slightly different feel – generally more direct and responsive – and it simplifies neck adjustments, though some may prefer the warmth of a set-neck.
Absolutely! They provide a much more secure string termination, minimizing the risk of strings pulling out mid-song, a common concern for left-handed players.

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