Sadowsky MetroLine 21-4 Vin MO BK

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Sadowsky MetroLine 21-4 Vin MO BK

Sadowsky

MetroLine 21-4 Vin MO BK

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 493519
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroLine 21-4 Vin MO BK
Price: $3,848.90

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

This MetroLine is a serious contender for players seeking a refined, vintage-inspired J-Bass tone. The build quality is impeccable, the Will Lee preamp adds a ton of flexibility, and the morado board gives it a unique feel. Ideal for session players and gigging musicians who demand both versatility and a premium playing experience.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroLine 21-4 Vin MO BK
  • Electric Bass
  • Body: American red alder
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fretboard: Morado
  • Fretboard radius: 305 mm
  • Graph Tech TUSQ nut
  • Nut width: 38.5 mm
  • 21 Nickel silver frets (W x H): 2.4 x 1.3 mm
  • Scale: 864 mm (34")
  • Pickup: 2 Hum-free Sadowsky J-Style single coils (neck and bridge in 60s position)
  • Custom Will Lee Preamp (Mid-Boost On/Off
  • either 500 or 800 Hz
  • narrow or broadband)
  • Volume and balance controls
  • Vintage tone control knob with push/pull function for preamp bypass
  • Stacked treble and bass controls
  • Sadowsky bridge with quick release for the strings
  • Sadowsky S-Security Locks
  • Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gears
  • Black pickguard
  • Chrome hardware
  • Ex-factory stringing: Sadowsky Blue Label .045" - .105"
  • Colour: Solid Black Satin
  • Includes hex key
  • adjustment set
  • individual certificate of authenticity and Sadowsky Portabag
  • Made in Germany

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

PROS
  • • American alder body delivers a balanced, articulate tone.
  • • Morado fretboard offers a unique feel and snappy response.
  • • Sadowsky hum-free pickups provide clarity with minimal noise.
  • • Will Lee preamp offers versatile tonal shaping and a vintage vibe.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment.
  • • Morado fretboard can be less familiar than rosewood or ebony.
  • • Bolt-on neck, while stable, may lack the sustain of a neck-through design.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material American red alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Morado
Pickups Sadowsky J-Style hum-free single coils (60s position)
Scale Length 864 mm (34 in)
Frets 21 Nickel silver (2.4 x 1.3 mm)
Strings Sadowsky Blue Label .045in - .105in
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated)

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s specifically voiced for a slightly warmer, more vintage character than some of the brighter Sadowsky preamps, emphasizing a classic mid-range presence.
Morado is a relatively hard wood, but like any fretboard, it will show wear over time with regular use and oiling is recommended.
Yes, it's a very convenient feature that dramatically speeds up string changes, a welcome upgrade for frequent players.

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