Sadowsky MetroExpress 21 Vint 5 OW LH
Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy
Sadowsky
MetroExpress 21 Vint 5 OW LH
Product Info
Article Number:
598460
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroExpress 21 Vint 5 OW LH
Category:
5-String Lefthanded Basses
Price:
$1,208.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This MetroExpress is a fantastic entry point into the Sadowsky world, offering a lot of pro-level features at a more accessible price. The roasted maple neck and well-balanced pickups make it incredibly versatile, handling everything from funk to rock with ease. It's perfect for the gigging bassist who wants serious tone and playability without the high-end price tag.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroExpress 21 Vint 5 OW LH
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Left-handed model
- Body: Okoume
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Morado
- Fingerboard radius: 12"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 47.5 mm
- Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
- 21 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
- Pickups: 2 passive hum-free stacked Sadowsky J-style (neck and bridge) single coils - bridge pickup in 60s position
- Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics
- Control for volume / balance / treble / bass with push/pull function for preamp bypass
- Tortoise pickguard
- Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment
- Sadowsky bridge with quick release for the strings
- String spacing at the bridge: 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 - .135 Stainless Steel
- Weight: max. 4.8 kg
- Colour: Solid Olympic White Metallic high-gloss
- Includes Sadowsky PortaBag
- Sadowsky Fretboard Protector and hex key set
PROS
- • Okoume body delivers a warm, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
- • Sadowsky stacked hum-free pickups offer clarity and punch without noise.
- • Quick Access Compartment simplifies string changes and electronics access.
CONS
- • Okoume can be prone to dents and scratches with heavy use.
- • The active preamp, while versatile, might not appeal to purists seeking a purely vintage tone.
- • String spacing at 18mm may require adjustment for players with wider fingers.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Okoume
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky J-style stacked hum-free single coils (neck & bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
21 Nickel silver (2.4 x 1.3 mm)
Strings
Not specified, likely standard 5-string set
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - typical for a 5-string bass
Similar Products
Kawai K-200 ATX 4 WDB Piano
Pianos
$9,119
Piano, With AnytimeX-4 equipment, Millennium III mechanics with ABS carbon parts of...
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB
4/4 Size Classical Guitars
$1,099
Classical Guitar, Special model for the anniversary of Guitarras...
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 adds a noticeable boost and tonal shaping options, but can be bypassed for a more passive, vintage-style sound, offering flexibility.
Morado is a durable wood, but like any dark fingerboard, it can show wear over time with heavy use and lack of proper care.
It's exceptionally well-engineered for fast and secure string changes, offering a clean look and consistent action compared to many aftermarket options.
