Sadowsky MetroLine 21-4 Hyb 59 Burst

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Sadowsky MetroLine 21-4 Hyb 59 Burst

Sadowsky

MetroLine 21-4 Hyb 59 Burst

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 515912
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroLine 21-4 Hyb 59 Burst
Price: $4,068.90

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

The MetroLine 21-4 Hyb 59 Burst is a seriously refined instrument. The hybrid pickup configuration gives you incredible versatility – from that classic P-bass growl to a brighter, more articulate J-bass tone. This bass is ideal for players seeking a premium instrument with a vintage vibe and modern playability.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroLine 21-4 Hyb 59 Burst
  • Electric Bass
  • American swamp ash body
  • Bolt-on maple neck
  • Maple fretboard
  • Scale length: 864 mm (34")
  • Fretboard radius: 12"
  • Nut width: 38.5 mm
  • Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut
  • 21 Nickel silver frets - width: 2
  • 4 mm / height: 1
  • 3 mm
  • Pickup: Sadowsky P-Style Split Coil (neck) hum-free Sadowsky J-Style Single Coil in '60s position (bridge)
  • Active Sadowsky electronics with 2-band EQ and Vintage Tone Control (VTC)
  • Volume
  • balance
  • stacked treble and bass controls
  • VTC control with push/pull function for preamp bypass
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • Sadowsky bridge with Quick Release for the strings
  • Sadowsky S-Security Locks
  • Open Sadowsky Light tuners
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strings: Sadowsky Blue Label .045 - .105
  • Colour: '59 Burst Transparent High Polish
  • Includes Sadowsky Portabag gig bag
  • hex key adjustment set
  • individual certificate of authenticity
  • Made in Germany

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

PROS
  • • Swamp ash body delivers resonant, balanced tone with excellent sustain
  • • Hybrid pickup design offers P-bass thump with J-bass clarity and bite
  • • Bolt-on neck provides a comfortable, familiar feel and snappy response
  • • Sadowsky electronics offer precise tonal shaping with a vintage-inspired warmth
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, putting it out of reach for many players
  • • Bolt-on neck, while comfortable, lacks the sustain of a set neck
  • • ’59 Burst finish may be too visually flashy for some tastes

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material American swamp ash
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups Sadowsky P-Style Split Coil / Sadowsky J-Style Single Coil
Scale Length 864 mm (34 in)
Frets 21 Nickel silver (2.4 mm width, 1.3 mm height)
Strings Sadowsky Blue Label .045 - .105
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The VTC acts as a vintage-style tone control, subtly rolling off highs and adding warmth, and the push/pull bypass allows you to engage or disengage the preamp for a more transparent, passive tone.
While set-necks often offer slightly more sustain, the bolt-on construction on this Sadowsky provides a fast, comfortable feel and a very responsive attack – a common and well-regarded design choice.
It’s surprisingly versatile; the P-style pickup handles blues and Motown beautifully, while the J-style pickup adds bite for rock and funk – the blend offers a wide range of tones.

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