Sadowsky MetroLine 21-4 Vin MO SGM
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Sadowsky
MetroLine 21-4 Vin MO SGM
Product Info
Article Number:
493517
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroLine 21-4 Vin MO SGM
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$3,298.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This MetroLine is a serious contender for players seeking a refined J-Bass experience. The combination of the resonant alder body, articulate Sadowsky pickups, and versatile active EQ delivers a fantastic platform for a wide range of genres. It's a premium instrument suited for working musicians and dedicated hobbyists who value quality and playability.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroLine 21-4 Vin MO SGM
- 4-String Electric Bass
- Scale length: 34" (864 mm)
- Bolt-on neck
- Body made of American red alder
- Maple neck
- Morado fretboard
- 12" Fretboard radius
- Graphtech Tusq nut
- Nut width: 38.5 mm
- 21 Nickel silver frets (width: 2.4 mm
- height: 1.3 mm)
- Hum-free Sadowsky J-style pickup (neck)
- passive
- hum-free Sadowsky J-style pickup in 60s position (bridge)
- Active Sadowsky 2 -Band electronics (bass and treble boost) with vintage tone control (VTC)
- Controls for volume / balance / vintage tone control (P / P) / treble and bass (stacked)
- Push / pull function on the VTC control for preamp bypass
- Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gear
- Sadowsky S-Security Locks
- Sadowsky bridge with quick release for the strings
- Chrome hardware
- Strung with 045 - 105 Sadowsky Blue Label strings
- Finish: Solid Sage Green Metallic Satin
- Parchment pickguard
- Includes Hex-key
- adjustment set and an individual certificate of authenticity
- Includes Sadowsky Portabag (SAC BAG BASS PORTA)
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Vin MO body offers exceptional resonance and clarity.
- • Sadowsky pickups deliver a balanced, articulate vintage J-Bass tone.
- • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy, responsive feel ideal for quick playing.
- • 2-band active EQ with VTC offers tonal shaping without muddiness.
CONS
- • American alder body can make it slightly heavier than other woods.
- • Premium-priced, represents a significant investment for many players.
- • Bolt-on neck isn't for those strictly seeking a traditional set-neck feel.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
American red alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky hum-free J-style (neck & bridge)
Scale Length
34 in (864 mm)
Frets
21 Nickel silver (2.4 mm width, 1.3 mm height)
Strings
045 - 105 gauge Sadowsky
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 2-band EQ is more focused than some systems, emphasizing subtle tonal adjustments rather than drastic changes; the VTC adds a vintage warmth.
Yes, it's a distinct choice offering a different feel and attack compared to their set-neck models, providing a more immediate response.
Morado offers a smooth, dense feel, generally harder than rosewood and slightly less slick than ebony, providing excellent note definition.
