Sadowsky MetroLine basses are now made in Germany, thanks to a recent licensing agreement with Warwick/Framus—and they’re impressive. They’re the answer for bassists who want Sadowsky sound, feel, and precision—without the long wait typically associated with Roger Sadowsky’s outstanding custom-made NYC instruments. MetroLine basses save you almost half of the cost of a New York Sadowsky.
This 2022 MetroLine Vintage-style 4-string features a lightweight swamp ash body and amazing Ocean Blue trans satin finish. It has a J-style single-coil pickup in the neck position and M-style double-coil at the bridge, both routed through the famous Sadowsky preamp for broad tonal variety, clarity, and punch. The maple neck features a matte finish and a maple fingerboard with 21 nickel/silver frets.
Bottom line: Expect the same craftsmanship and quality as a NY Sadowsky at a more affordable price.
Features:
Design: Undersized J-style
Body: Swamp Ash
Body Finish: Ocean Blue Trans Satin
Neck: Maple, satin finish, bolt-on
Radius: 12”
Fingerboard: Maple, 21 nickel silver frets
Inlay: Dots
Scale Length: 34"
Nut Width: 1.5” Sadowsky Just-a-nut III
Bridge/Tailpiece: Sadowsky
Tuners: Sadowsky lightweight
Pickups: 1 x Sadowsky J, 1 x Sadowsky M
Controls: Volume, Balance, Vintage tone control, Treble/Bass (stacked)
