Sadowsky MetroLine 21-Fret Vintage M/J Bass
Body
American Swamp Ash
Color
Nirvana Black Transparent Satin
Fingerboard
American Maple
Fretted / Fretless
Fretted
Right or Left Hand
Right-Hand Version
Neck
American Maple
# Strings
5-String
Roger Sadowsky's goal was always to further improve an already very successful bass design by making a number of detailed improvements. Along with the electronics, which he developed by himself, he succeeded to raise the well-known M/J bass sound to a new level, so today you can speak of a typical Sadowsky tone: Never harsh or shrill sounding, with strong, powerful but never muddy bass, with present, but not too aggressive mids, and a sweet and airy treble range. This modern bass sound can also be found in the Sadowsky MetroLine 21-Fret Vintage M/J line of basses. This 5-string bass, seen here in a Nirvana Black Transparent Satin finish, features a sleek, undersized, chambered J-Style body that is made of American Swamp Ash. The neck is made of American Maple and features an American Maple fingerboard. Special features of this bass include Sadowsky M and J pickups, active electronics with true bypass, Vintage Tone Control, treble and bass boost, and two 3-way toggle switches for pickup configuration (series / parallel / single coil). This bass also features light open gear Sadowsky tuners and the Sadowsky Quick String Release Bridge. Sadowsky MetroLine 21-Fret Vintage M/J basses are made exclusively in Germany. The weight of this bass is never more than 8.9 lbs (4.0 kg). A good choice for players who want a lightweight bass that offers a modern bass sound.
Construction
Body
The chambered Swamp Ash body is known for is bright, clear tone. We select the best American Swamp Ash for its unique resonant tonal qualities and striking grain patterns. Giving you a Sadowsky bass that both looks and sounds beautiful. For players who prefer a lighter bass.
Neck
A maple neck featuring a double action truss rod for precise neck adjustment and two carbon fibre rods to reinforce the neck and maintain stability.
Fingerboard
The maple fingerboard on our MetroLine basses offer a crisper, tighter, brighter and more aggressive sound, making this bass perfect for funk and slap styles.
Hardware
Bridge
A brass 5-string Sadowsky Quick String Release Bridge for quick and easy string changes with a chrome finish and 18 mm string spacing.
Just-A-Nut III
The Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III offers you an adjustable nut for a more perfect bass setup. Made of durable Tedur.
Tuners
Five Sadowsky open gear light machine heads with a chrome finish.
Electronics
Pickups
A Sadowsky 5-String hum-cancelling J-Style neck pickup and a Sadowsky 5-String M-Style humbucker bridge pickup.
Electronics
Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics (bass and treble boost) with Vintage Tone Control (VTC). Controls for Volume, Balance, Vintage Tone Control, Treble and Bass (stacked). VTC knob has push/pull function for preamp bypass. 2x 3-way toggle switch for pickup configuration (series / parallel / single coil).
Strings
Sadowsky Blue Label stainless steel strings for electric bass. Stainless steel wrap with a hex core. Taperwound .130" string. Gauges: .045", .065", .085", .105", .130T".
Body
| Model | Sadowsky MetroLine 21-Fret Vintage M/J Bass |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | Sleek undersized J-Style body |
| Body Wood | American Swamp Ash |
| Finish | Nirvana Black Transparent Satin |
| Pickguard | Transparent |
Neck
| Neck Wood | American Maple (C-Shape, Bolt-On) |
|---|---|
| Fingerboard | American Maple |
| Scale Length | 34" (864 mm) Long Scale |
| Nut | Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III |
| Nut Width | 1.75" (44.5 mm) |
| Frets | 21 Nickel Silver (width: 0.094" (2.4 mm) / height: 0.051" (1.3 mm)) |
| Inlays | Black dot inlays |
Electronics
| Neck Pickup | Sadowsky passive hum-cancelling stacked J-Style pickup |
|---|---|
| Bridge Pickup | Sadowsky passive Humbucker (Quad Coil) with Alnico V Magnets |
| Preamp | Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics (bass and treble boost) with Vintage Tone Control (VTC) |
| Controls | Volume / Balance / Vintage Tone Control (P/P) / Treble and Bass (stacked) |
| Push/pull function at VTC knob for preamp bypass | |
| 1x 3-way toggle switch for humbucker pickup configuration (Series / Parallel / Single Coil) 1x 2-way toggle switch for J-Style pickup configuration (Series / Single Coil) |
Hardware
| Hardware Color | Chrome |
|---|---|
| Bridge | Sadowsky bridge with quick string release (18 mm) |
| Machine Heads | Sadowsky light open gear machine heads |
| Security Locks | Sadowsky S-Security Locks |
Accessories
| Bag / Case | Sadowsky PortaBag |
|---|---|
| Back Cover | Sadowsky Easy-Access compartment cover |
| Protector | Sadowsky Fretboard Protector |
| Tools | Hex key tools |
| Other | Individual Certificate of Authenticity |
Additional Info
| Strings | Sadowsky Blue Label, Stainless Steel, Taperwound, 045 - 130 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8.9 lbs (4 kg) or less |
| Article Number | SML21MJ5 03 ASH FR |
| Made In | Germany |
Sound Demos
Active Pickups
Neck Pickup
Bridge Pickup
Both Pickups
Passive Pickups
Sound demos made with a Warwick Gnome i Pro Pocket Bass Amp Head (280 Watts) and a Warwick Gnome Pro 2x10", 300 Watt Cab.
Included Accessories
Gig bag
Our PortaBag Express gig bag is designed to protect your bass from everyday bumps and scrapes.
Security Locks
The Sadowsky S-Style Security Lock System helps keeps your bass safe.
Sadowsky Fretboard Protector
The Sadowsky Fretboard Protector is designed to protect your frets and fingerboard during transport and storage.
Certificate of Authenticity
Individual Sadowsky MetroLine Certificate of Authenticity
Tools
Sadowsky hex keys and truss rod tool set.
Optional Accessories
Our high quality bass straps are both comfortable and durable, perfect for playing at home and on stage!
