Sadowsky MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM MO LPBL

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Sadowsky MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM MO LPBL

Sadowsky

MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM MO LPBL

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 527707
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM MO LPBL
Price: $3,848.90

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This Sadowsky MetroLine is a serious contender for players wanting a modern 5-string with vintage vibes. The combination of the J-style pickup and the MM humbucker, coupled with the VTC, gives you a ton of tonal flexibility—perfect for session players and those needing a bass that can cover a lot of ground.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM MO LPBL
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Type: Slightly reduced J-style body
  • Body: American alder
  • Neck: Bolt-on maple
  • Fingerboard: Morado
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fingerboard radius: 305 mm
  • Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut
  • Nut width: 44.5 mm
  • Scale: 864 mm
  • 21 Nickel silver frets (W x H: 2.4 x 1.3 mm)
  • Pickups: passive
  • hum-free Sadowsky stacked coil J-style (neck) and passive Sadowsky MM-style humbucker (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
  • 2 x 3-way toggle switches for pickup configuration (serial / parallel / single coil)
  • Sadowsky bridge with quick release for the strings
  • String spacing: 18 mm
  • Parchment pickguard
  • Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gears
  • Sadowsky S-Security Locks
  • Quick Access electronics compartment
  • Chrome hardware
  • Strings: .045 - .130 Sadowsky Blue Label strings
  • Colour: Solid Dark Lake Placid Blue Metallic high gloss
  • Includes hex key adjustment set
  • certificate of authenticity

Includes Sadowsky Portabag (SAC BAG BASS PORTA), Made in Germany

PROS
  • • Exceptional build quality with tight tolerances and flawless fretwork.
  • • The stacked J-bass pickup delivers a surprisingly articulate and vintage tone.
  • • Versatile pickup configurations offer a wide range of tonal possibilities.
  • • The Vintage Tone Control (VTC) adds warmth and character subtly.
CONS
  • • The alder body, while resonant, can be a bit plain aesthetically for some.
  • • The bolt-on neck, while stable, lacks the inherent warmth of a set-neck design.
  • • The active preamp, while good, might not satisfy players seeking a purely passive experience.

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Key Features

Body Material American Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Morado
Pickups Sadowsky Stacked J-style (neck) & MM-style humbucker (bridge)
Scale Length 864 mm
Frets 21 Nickel Silver
Strings 5-String (not specified, assumed standard long scale),
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (estimated based on similar models)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The VTC provides a more nuanced and controlled roll-off, subtly shaping the overall tone and adding a touch of warmth without muddying the low end.
Yes, the push/pull bypasses the preamp, reverting the pickups to a purely passive signal—it’ll become more raw and less sculpted, emphasizing the wood's natural resonance.
The toggle switches are well-placed and intuitive; switching is quick and easy, allowing for on-the-fly tonal adjustments without significant disruption.

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