Sadowsky MetroLine 24-5 Vintage BK

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Sadowsky MetroLine 24-5 Vintage BK

Sadowsky

MetroLine 24-5 Vintage BK

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Product Info

Article Number: 489361
Brand: Sadowsky
Model: MetroLine 24-5 Vintage BK
Price: $3,848.90

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

This Sadowsky MetroLine is a seriously well-built bass, combining vintage aesthetics with modern playability. The swamp ash and J-style pickups nail that classic thump, while the active preamp gives you a bit of extra juice when you need it. It's perfect for players seeking a versatile, high-end 5-string with a distinctive vintage vibe.

Product Description

  • Sadowsky MetroLine 24-5 Vintage BK
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body: American swamp ash
  • Neck: Maple
  • Neck attachment: Bolt-on
  • Fretboard: Maple
  • Fretboard radius: 12"
  • Scale: 864 mm (34")
  • Nut width: 47.5 mm
  • Nut: Graph Tech TUSQ
  • Frets: 24 Nickel silver (Width: 2.4 mm / Height: 1.3 mm)
  • Pickups: 2 Sadowsky J-style single coils
  • Active Sadowsky 2-band electronics (bass- and treble boost) with Vintage Tone Control (VTC)
  • Vintage Tone Control knob with push/pull function for preamp bypass
  • Controls: Volume
  • Balance
  • Treble
  • Bass
  • Bridge: Sadowsky with quick release for the strings
  • Machine heads: Open Sadowsky Light
  • Sadowsky S-Security locks
  • Pickguard: Black
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Strings: Sadowsky Blue Label
  • .045 - .130
  • Colour: Solid Black Satin
  • Includes a Sadowsky Portabag
  • Allen key
  • adjustment set and certificate
  • Manufactured in Germany

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

PROS
  • • Swamp ash body delivers excellent resonance and a balanced tone.
  • • Sadowsky J-style pickups provide a vintage-inspired, articulate growl.
  • • Bolt-on neck construction offers a snappy, responsive feel and easy adjustability.
  • • Vintage Tone Control (VTC) adds tonal flexibility with a push/pull bypass.
CONS
  • • Swamp ash can be prone to slight finish checking with age and temperature changes.
  • • The active electronics add complexity for players preferring a purely passive setup.
  • • The .045-.130 string gauge might require adjustment for some players' preferences.

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Key Features

Body Material American swamp ash
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups 2 Sadowsky J-style single coils with Active Sadowsky 2-band electronics
Scale Length 864 mm (34 in)
Frets 24 Nickel silver (Width: 2.4 mm / Height: 1.3 mm)
Strings Sadowsky Blue Label, .045 - .130
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - typical for a 5-string ash bass

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Frequently Asked Questions

The VTC provides a subtle mid-range scoop and warmth, mimicking the tonal characteristics of vintage basses, but can be bypassed for a flatter response.
Yes, it generally results in a snappier, more immediate response and makes neck adjustments easier, though some prefer the sustain of a set-neck.
It's a very secure and reliable system, often favored for its ease of use and minimal impact on the bass's aesthetics and tone.

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