{"product_id":"sadowsky-guitars-metroline-vintage-pj-bass-ltd-2026-430245","title":"MetroLine Vintage PJ Bass LTD 2026","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEssential Information About the Sadowsky 5-String Bass Guitar \"Nirvana Blackburst Natural Transparent Satin\" (Limited Edition)\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-limited edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e model limited to \u003cstrong\u003e135 pieces worldwide\u003c\/strong\u003e (all variants combined: 4-string, 5-string, and left-handed).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModern comfort and stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e bolt-on neck in \u003cstrong\u003eroasted maple\u003c\/strong\u003e with a C-profile, \u003cstrong\u003etiger ebony\u003c\/strong\u003e fingerboard, and a \u003cstrong\u003e12\" \/ 305 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e radius.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide tonal palette:\u003c\/strong\u003e duo of passive pickups \u003cstrong\u003eP-Style + Soapbar\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eactive 2-band preamp\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eVintage Tone Control\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003epush\/pull bypass\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStage-ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sadowsky hardware (lightweight tuners, Quick String Release bridge, strap locks) and included \u003cstrong\u003eSadowsky Professional Road Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA confidential series designed for demanding bassists\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Sadowsky electric bass immediately stands out by its positioning: a \u003cstrong\u003estrictly limited production of 135 instruments\u003c\/strong\u003e worldwide, making it a rare piece as well as a high-end working instrument. The announced manufacturing in \u003cstrong\u003eGermany\u003c\/strong\u003e follows a performance-oriented approach: meticulous finishes, hardware optimized for reliability, and electronics designed to switch from a vintage register to more modern tones with ease. The \u003cstrong\u003e\"Nirvana Blackburst Natural Transparent Satin\"\u003c\/strong\u003e finish highlights the \"spalted\" maple top while maintaining a pleasant satin feel, designed for intensive use (rehearsal, studio, touring).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFor whom, and in which styles?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e34\" \/ 864 mm scale length\u003c\/strong\u003e, generous string spacing (\u003cstrong\u003e19 mm \/ 0.75\"\u003c\/strong\u003e), and 5-string configuration, this model is primarily aimed at \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to expert bassists\u003c\/strong\u003e who want a comfortable right hand (slap, fingerstyle, pick) and a stable left hand across the entire neck. The \u003cstrong\u003eP-Style + Soapbar\u003c\/strong\u003e combination covers a wide spectrum: rock and pop (foundation and attack), funk (dynamics, definition), gospel\/RnB (deep lows and EQ control), fusion and session work (versatility and precision). The preamp bypass also secures a setup: you keep a true passive sound if you want a more \"rootsy\" tone or prefer a simplified signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe sound\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe core of the tonal character comes from the pickup tandem: a \u003cstrong\u003epassive P-Style pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e for foundation, roundness, and \"punch\" in the low mids, paired with a \u003cstrong\u003epassive Soapbar pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e that provides definition, openness, and precision, particularly useful for articulating the B string and modern lines. The \u003cstrong\u003ebalance\u003c\/strong\u003e control facilitates transitions: full P for a solid vintage tone, full Soapbar for more clarity, or a blend for a very \"mix-friendly\" compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eActive Sadowsky 2-way\u003c\/strong\u003e electronics offer a \u003cstrong\u003eboost\u003c\/strong\u003e for bass and treble: ideal for thickening the sound live, accentuating slap, or simply adding presence at low volume. The \u003cstrong\u003eVintage Tone Control (VTC)\u003c\/strong\u003e perfectly complements the setup by allowing you to soften the high end and return to rounder attacks. Finally, the \u003cstrong\u003epush\/pull\u003c\/strong\u003e on the VTC activates the \u003cstrong\u003epreamp bypass\u003c\/strong\u003e: a real asset for instantly switching from a modern, hi-fi register to a more passive, direct behavior without changing your playing balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended compatible accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo maintain the original feel and balance, you can plan for an identical replacement set: \u003cstrong\u003eSadowsky Blue Label 045 - 130\u003c\/strong\u003e (same gauge, same response under the fingers). 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height: 1.3 mm \/ 0.05\u0026quot;)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:9;--wb-r:22;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eAmerican Roasted Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuners type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eSadowsky Light machine heads with open gear\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:10;--wb-r:23;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eC-profile\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridge type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eSadowsky Quick String Release Bridge\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:11;--wb-r:24;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness at 1st fret\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e21.8 mm \/ 0.86\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eString spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e19 mm \/ 0.75\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:transparent;--wb-l:12;--wb-r:25;--wb-lb:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-rb:transparent\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness at 12th fret\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e23.6 mm \/ 0.93\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal string spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e76 mm \/ 2.99\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color:var(--wb-neutral-50);--wb-l:13;--wb-r:26;--wb-lb:transparent;--wb-rb:var(--wb-neutral-50)\"\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNut width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003e47.5 mm \/ 1.87\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap locks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd data-r style=\"text-align:left;font-weight:var(--font-body-weight-bolder)\"\u003eSadowsky S-Security Locks\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Sadowsky Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54361641058579,"sku":"430245","price":5870.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/38459c3cf0ba7dfe523c5ea971069851ec3534d0_HTD_SAD_ML021VP5_LTD26.jpg?v=1789412770","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/sadowsky-guitars-metroline-vintage-pj-bass-ltd-2026-430245","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}