Sadowsky MetroLine 21 4 Vintage MM ATB

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Sadowsky MetroLine 21 4 Vintage MM ATB

Sadowsky

MetroLine 21 4 Vintage MM ATB

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Product Info

Article Number: 525605
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroLine 21 4 Vintage MM ATB
Price: $3,298.90

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

This MetroLine 21 is a seriously refined instrument. The vintage-inspired J-bass tone is fantastic, and the Sadowsky electronics give you a surprising amount of control. It’s a great choice for players seeking a comfortable, versatile, and articulate bass with a touch of vintage vibe.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroLine 21 4 Vintage MM ATB
  • Electric Bass
  • Slightly scaled down J-style body made of American alder
  • Bolt-on maple neck
  • Morado fretboard
  • Neck profile: C
  • Scale length: 864 mm (34")
  • Fretboard radius: 12"
  • Nut width: 39.2 mm (1.54")
  • Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut
  • 21 Nickel silver frets - width: 2.4 mm / height: 1.3 mm
  • Pickup: Hum-free Sadowsky Stacked Coil J-Style (neck) and Sadowsky MM-Style (bridge) humbucker
  • Active Sadowsky electronics with 2-band EQ and Vintage Tone Control (VTC)
  • Volume
  • balance
  • treble and bass controls
  • Push/pull function on VTC control for preamp bypass
  • 2x 3-Way toggle switch for pickup configuration: Serial
  • parallel
  • single coil
  • Quick-Access electronics compartment
  • Parchment pickguard
  • Sadowsky bridge with Quick Release for the strings - string spacing: 20 mm (0.79")
  • Open Sadowsky Light machine heads
  • Sadowsky S-Security Locks
  • Chrome hardware
  • Ex-factory stringing: .045 - .105 Sadowsky Blue Label
  • Colour: Antique Tobacco Transparent Satin
  • Incl. a Sadowsky Portabag gig bag
  • hex key adjustment set and an individual certificate of authenticity
  • Made in Germany

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

PROS
  • • Alder body delivers a balanced, articulate tone with excellent resonance.
  • • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy, responsive feel and quick adjustment.
  • • Sadowsky stacked pickups offer a remarkably clean, hum-free J-bass tone.
  • • VTC control adds vintage warmth and character, expanding tonal options.
CONS
  • • The slightly scaled body might feel small for players with larger hands.
  • • Premium-priced, placing it out of reach for many aspiring bassists.
  • • Limited pickup configurations compared to some more versatile basses.

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Key Features

Body Material American Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Morado
Pickups Sadowsky Stacked J-Style (neck) & MM-Style (bridge) humbuckers
Scale Length 864 mm (34")
Frets 21 Nickel silver
Strings Not specified, likely standard 4-string bass strings (e.g., 40-100)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - typical for an alder/maple bass

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Frequently Asked Questions

The VTC subtly rolls off highs and adds a pleasing warmth, emulating vintage pickups and amps, without drastically altering the core Sadowsky tone.
The medium-jumbo frets offer a good balance – they're easy to navigate for faster playing, while still maintaining a comfortable vintage-inspired feel.
Battery life is generally good, lasting several hours of playing, but it's recommended to keep a spare on hand for longer gigs or rehearsals.

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