Sadowsky Guitars Metroexpress, Mj Vintage Bass , Lh - Olympic White,Rosewood
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Sadowsky Guitars
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A "Vintage" Bass in the Sadowsky Spirit, Designed for the Stage
The MetroExpress MJ Vintage Bass follows the tradition of modernized "vintage" format basses: familiar ergonomics, meticulous finishes, and a Sadowsky approach focused on clarity, dynamics, and band efficiency. This left-handed version maintains the brand's philosophy: a direct, reliable instrument designed to deliver an immediately usable sound both in rehearsal and on stage.
Who Is It For, and In Which Styles?
This 5-string left-handed electric bass is well suited for intermediate to advanced bassists seeking a balanced and precise 5-string without a too "hi-fi" aesthetic. The M/J configuration and active EQ make it relevant for funk, pop, rock, gospel, R&B, and contemporary music, especially when the 5th string needs to remain clear and tight in the low end.
Sound Characteristics
The okoume body provides a responsive character, with a strong low end and quick response, useful for maintaining articulation on 5 strings. The bolt-on roasted maple neck promotes stability and a crisp attack, while the morado fingerboard contributes to precise definition in the mid-high frequencies. On the electronics side, the combination of an M-type neck pickup and a quad coil humbucker bridge pickup (with Alnico V magnets) covers a wide spectrum: warmth and foundation in the neck position, bite and precision at the bridge. The Sadowsky active 2-way electronics (Bass and Treble boost) are designed to enhance the lows and open up the highs without making the sound harsh, with quick and musical adjustment via Volume / Balance / Treble / Bass controls.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the tension and balance of this long scale bass, opt for 5-string long scale 34" / 864 mm string sets, ideally with gauges close to the original (0.045 - 0.130) if you want to keep the same feel and response on the B string.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Left handed | Yes | Electronics | Active |
| Strings | Steel | Electroacoustic | No |
| Nbr of strings | 5 | Color | White |
| Fingerboard | Morado | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 21 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Type | electric bass | Strap locks | Sadowsky S-Security Locks |
| Number of strings | 5-string | Pickguard color | transparent |
| Wood | okoume | Finish | chrome |
| Nut width | 44.5 mm / 1.75" | Pickup brand | Sadowsky |
| Nut type | Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III | Pickup type | M / J |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | Controls | Volume / Balance / Treble / Bass |
| Number of frets | 21 | Weight | 4.3 kg |
| Fret type | nickel silver with Ball End | Includes gig bag/case | Sadowsky Portabag |
| Tuners | Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gear | Manufactured in | Asia |
| Bridge type | Sadowsky bridge | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this Sadowsky MetroExpress MJ Vintage Bass suitable for left-handed players?
This bass is designed in a left-handed version and features 5 strings with a long scale length of 34 inches (864 mm).
What sound do the Sadowsky M/J pickups offer?
The setup combines an M-style pickup in the neck position with an Alnico V quad coil humbucker at the bridge. The neck pickup provides warmth and foundation, while the bridge pickup enhances bite and precision.
Is the electronics on this 5-string bass active?
The Sadowsky 2-way active electronics offer bass and treble boosts. The available controls are Volume, Balance, Treble, and Bass, allowing quick adjustment of the sound response.
What strings should be used on this Sadowsky 5-string bass?
Steel 5-string long scale strings of 34 inches / 864 mm are required. A gauge of 0.045 - 0.130 maintains the original feel and the response of the low B string.
Is the bass delivered with a gig bag?
A Sadowsky Portabag gig bag is supplied with this instrument, which has a listed weight of 4.3 kg.
