Sadowsky MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM MO SGM
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Sadowsky
MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM MO SGM
Product Info
Article Number:
526142
Brand:
Sadowsky
Model:
MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM MO SGM
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$3,848.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Sadowsky MetroLine 21-5 is a seriously refined instrument. The combination of alder, a comfortable C-profile neck, and those stacked pickups gives you a versatile sound—punchy and articulate, but with a warmth that’s hard to find. It’s perfect for players who want a high-end, modern J-bass with vintage vibe and exceptional build quality.
Product Description
- Sadowsky MetroLine 21-5 Vin MM MO SGM
- 5-String Electric Bass
- 34" (864 mm) Scale
- Slightly reduced J-style body made from American alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Morado
- Neck profile: C
- Fingerboard raidus: 12"
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut
- 21 Nickel silver frets (width: 2.4 mm / height: 1.3 mm)
- Pickups: Hum-free Sadowsky Stacked Coil J-Style (neck) and Sadowsky MM-Style (bridge) humbucker
- Active Sadowsky electronics with 2-band EQ (bass and treble boost) and Vintage Tone Control (VTC)
- Controls: Volume
- Balance
- Vintage Tone Control
- Treble
- Bass
- VTC control with push/pull function 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
- Chrome hardware
- Sadowsky S-Security Locks
- Strings: Sadowsky Blue Label .045" - .130"
- Colour: Solid Sage Green Metallic Satin
- Includes hexagon key adjustment set
- individual certificate of authenticity and Sadowsky Portabag gig bag
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Sadowsky stacked pickups deliver clarity and hum-free operation across all ranges.
- • Bolt-on maple neck offers a snappy feel and quick response.
- • Vintage Tone Control adds versatile tonal shaping beyond basic EQ.
CONS
- • The 34” scale might feel long for players with shorter arms or smaller hands.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most bassists.
- • Limited pickup configuration options compared to some basses with more complex switching.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
American Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Morado
Pickups
Sadowsky Stacked J-Style (neck) & MM-Style (bridge) humbuckers
Scale Length
34" (864 mm)
Frets
21 Nickel Silver
Strings
5-String (likely .045-.105, but exact gauge not specified)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 - 10.5 lbs (based on similar Sadowsky 5-string models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The VTC acts as a 'vintage' EQ curve, subtly shaping the overall tone to emulate older bass sounds; pushing it adds warmth and rounds off the high frequencies.
Yes, the electronics are active, requiring a 9V battery to power the preamp and EQ; expect battery life of around 6-8 hours of continuous playing.
The C-profile neck is generally more comfortable than a traditional J-bass, and the 12” radius fingerboard offers a slightly smoother playing experience, especially for legato playing.
