Sadowsky MetroLine Deluxe 21-Fret Standard J/J Bass
The Sadowsky MetroLine Deluxe 21-Fret Standard J/J bass brings a new aspect to an already fantastic Sadowsky bass: a light, chambered Okoume wood body with a gorgeous flamed maple top and a roasted maple neck. This bass not only looks fantastic, it also plays beautifully! In terms of sound, the famous Sadowsky electronics give you that special Sadowsky tone: Never harsh or shrill sounding, with strong, powerful (but never muddy!) bass, mids that are present while not too aggressive, and a sweet and airy treble range. This 5-string version has a sleek, undersized J-Style body shape and is finished in a Black Burst Transparent Satin finish and has a Roasted American Maple neck with a Morado (Pau Ferro) fingerboard. Special features of this bass include two hum-cancelling Sadowsky J-Style pickups, active electronics with true bypass, treble and bass boost and Vintage Tone Control. It also features light open gear Sadowsky tuners and a Sadowsky Quick String Release Bridge. Made exclusively in our workshop in Germany, this bass weighs never more than 8.9 lbs (4.0 kg). A great choice for bass players looking for a beautiful and lightweight bass that offers a modern bass sound.
Construction
Body
The Deluxe body is made with an Okoume back for a resonant, full, warm and rounded sound, matched to a standard grade flamed maple top that offers a brighter tone. Each piece is hand selected to ensure tonal qualities and a beautiful grain patterns.
Neck
A roasted 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 Morado (Pau Ferro) fingerboard on our MetroLine basses offer a sweet, warm and mellow sound with excellent tonal definition.
Hardware
Bridge
A brass 5-string Sadowsky Quick String Release Bridge for quick and easy string changes with a chrome finish and 19 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
Two passive, noise-cancelling Sadowsky 5-string J-style 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.
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 Deluxe 21-Fret Standard J/J Bass |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | Sleek undersized J-Style body |
| Top Wood | Standard Grade Flamed Maple |
| Body Wood | Okoume |
| Finish | Black Burst Transparent Satin |
| Pickguard | None |
Neck
| Neck Wood | Roasted American Maple (C-Shape, Bolt-On) |
|---|---|
| Fingerboard | Morado |
| Scale Length | 34" (864 mm) Long Scale |
| Nut | Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III |
| Nut Width | 1.875" (47.5 mm) |
| Frets | 21 Nickel Silver (width: 0.094" (2.4 mm) / height: 0.051" (1.3 mm)) |
| Inlays | White dot inlays |
Electronics
| Neck Pickup | Sadowsky passive hum-cancelling J-Style pickup |
|---|---|
| Bridge Pickup | Sadowsky passive hum-cancelling J-Style pickup in 60s position |
| 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 |
Hardware
| Hardware Color | Chrome |
|---|---|
| Bridge | Sadowsky bridge with quick string release (19 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 | SML21SJ5 43 OFTRMR |
| Made In | Germany |
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!
