Sadowsky MetroLine 21 5 Vintage PJ BK

Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy

Sadowsky MetroLine 21 5 Vintage PJ BK

Sadowsky

MetroLine 21 5 Vintage PJ BK

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 511222
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroLine 21 5 Vintage PJ BK
Price: $3,958.90

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

This MetroLine 21 is a seriously well-built bass, blending vintage aesthetics with modern functionality. The split-coil P pickup and active EQ give it a unique voice—a little more bite than a traditional P-bass, but still plenty of that classic warmth. It's perfect for players who want a versatile 5-string with a premium feel and a distinctive sonic signature.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroLine 21 4 Vintage MO BK
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body: American swamp ash
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fretboard: Maple
  • Scale length: 864 mm (34")
  • Fretboard radius: 12"
  • Nut width: 47.5 mm
  • Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III nut
  • 21 Nickel silver frets (width: 2.4 mm / height: 1.3 mm)
  • Pickups: Sadowsky P-Style Split Coil (neck) and hum-free Sadowsky J-Style single coil in '60s position (bridge)
  • Active Sadowsky 2-band electronics with bass / treble boost and vintage tone control (VTC)
  • Volume
  • balance and stacked treble and bass controls
  • Vintage tone control knob with push / pull function for preamp bypass
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • Sadowsky bridge with quick release for the strings
  • Open Sadowsky Light machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Sadowsky S-Security Locks
  • Strings: .045 - .130
  • Weight: approx. 3.8 kg
  • Colour: black high gloss
  • Includes Allen key setting set
  • individual certificate of authenticity and Sadowsky Portabag gigbag
  • Made in Germany

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

PROS
  • • Swamp ash body delivers excellent resonance and balanced tonal character.
  • • Sadowsky’s split-coil P pickup provides a warm, vintage growl with added punch.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck offers a snappy, responsive feel and fast action.
  • • The 2-band active EQ with VTC provides flexible tonal shaping and vintage warmth.
CONS
  • • The maple fretboard might feel a little less 'vintage' to some players’ preference.
  • • At a premium price point, it’s a significant investment for most bassists.
  • • The 34 in scale length might feel slightly long for players with smaller hands.

Product Video

Key Features

Body Material American swamp ash
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups Sadowsky P-Style Split Coil (neck) and hum-free Sadowsky J-Style single coil (bridge)
Scale Length 864 mm (34 in)
Frets 21 Nickel silver, 2.4 mm width, 1.3 mm height
Strings .045 - .130
Weight Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)

Similar Products

Ampeg RB-115 Bundle - Solid-State Bass Combos

Ampeg RB-115 Bundle

Solid-State Bass Combos

$792
4.5 Expert Rating
Thomann Home Studio Bundle - Studio Packages

Thomann Home Studio Bundle

Studio Packages

$164
4.8 Expert Rating
Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle - ST Style Guitars

Ibanez GRGR221PA-AQB Bundle

ST Style Guitars

$325
5 Expert Rating
Line6 Pod GO Bundle - Guitar Multi Effects

Line6 Pod GO Bundle

Guitar Multi Effects

$614
4.6 Expert Rating
Taylor 814ce Special Edition Sedona - Other Acoustic Guitars

Taylor 814ce Special Edition Sedona

Other Acoustic Guitars

$5,499
*Note:* Register your Taylor guitar to extend your warranty to 12 years.
4.8 Expert Rating
Ampeg RB-112 Bundle - Solid-State Bass Combos

Ampeg RB-112 Bundle

Solid-State Bass Combos

$596
4.6 Expert Rating
Zoom H4essential APH-4e Bundle - Portable Recorders

Zoom H4essential APH-4e Bundle

Portable Recorders

$208
4.8 Expert Rating
Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB - 4/4 Size Classical Guitars

Manuel Rodriguez Superior Anniversario 120 J-SB

4/4 Size Classical Guitars

$1,099
Classical Guitar, Special model for the anniversary of Guitarras...
4.6 Expert Rating

Frequently Asked Questions

The Sadowsky pickup offers more clarity and a slightly tighter low-end, while retaining the characteristic P-bass growl – it's a more refined and modern take on the classic sound.
Sadowsky’s active electronics are known for their quiet operation; the hum-canceling design minimizes noise, even with the boost engaged.
The VTC acts as a vintage-style tone stack, softening the high frequencies and adding a warmth reminiscent of older basses; pushing it in engages a preamp bypass for a passive tone.

We use cookies to improve your experience. Learn more