Sadowsky MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM Blue T

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Sadowsky MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM Blue T

Sadowsky

MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM Blue T

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 526126
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM Blue T
Price: $3,518.90

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

This Sadowsky MetroLine is a seriously well-built 5-string, blending modern electronics with a vintage aesthetic. The swamp ash and bolt-on neck combo delivers a bright, punchy tone perfect for funk, pop, and even rock. It's an excellent choice for players wanting a versatile, high-quality instrument without the extreme expense of fully custom builds.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM Blue T
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Slightly scaled-down J-style body made of American swamp ash
  • Bolt-on maple neck
  • Maple fretboard
  • Neck profile: C
  • Scale length: 864 mm (34")
  • Fretboard radius: 12"
  • Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut
  • 21 Nickel Silver frets - width: 2.4 mm / height: 1.3 mm
  • Pickup: Passive hum-free Sadowsky stacked coil J-style pickup (neck)
  • passive Sadowsky MM-style humbucker pickup (bridge)
  • Active Sadowsky 2-band electronics with bass and treble boost and Vintage Tone Control (VTC)
  • Controls for volume
  • balance
  • Vintage Tone Control
  • treble and bass
  • 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: 18 mm (0.71")
  • Open Sadowsky Light machine heads
  • Sadowsky S-Security Locks
  • Chrome hardware
  • Ex-factory stringing: .045 - .130 Sadowsky Blue Label strings
  • Colour: Blue Transparent Satin
  • Incl. hexagonal key adjustment set
  • an individual certificate of authenticity and a Sadowsky Portabag gig bag
  • Made in Germany

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

PROS
  • • Swamp ash body delivers resonant, articulate tone with excellent sustain.
  • • Sadowsky stacked pickup offers a uniquely clear and hum-free low-end response.
  • • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy, responsive feel favored by many players.
  • • Vintage Tone Control adds tonal shaping flexibility, mimicking vintage bass characteristics.
CONS
  • • Bolt-on construction might not appeal to players seeking a more integrated neck joint.
  • • The slightly scaled-down body may feel a bit small for bassists with larger hands.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most players.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material American Swamp Ash
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups Sadowsky Stacked Coil (Neck) & MM-Style Humbucker (Bridge)
Scale Length 864 mm (34")
Frets 21 Nickel Silver
Strings 5-String
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The VTC essentially acts as a vintage-style EQ curve, subtly rolling off highs and boosting lows to emulate classic bass tones.
Sadowsky's bolt-on necks are meticulously crafted and secured; issues are extremely rare with proper maintenance and setup.
The stacked pickup is generally more refined and articulate, offering a slightly lower output but with a cleaner, more defined tone.

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