Sadowsky MetroLine Verdine White 5-String 2023 Olympic White

It’s virtually impossible that you’ve never heard Verdine White. As the bassist for Earth, Wind and Fire, his powerful bass lines have underpinned every one of their ubiquitous hits, including September, Boogie Wonderland, Shining Star, and After the Love Is Gone. Sadowsky now offers this tribute to one of their most respected longtime artists.

This 2023 MetroLine 5-string Artist Series Verdine White—bassist for Earth, Wind, and Fire—features a lightweight alder body and gloss Olympic White finish. Sadowsky passive P/J-style pickups are routed through the famous Sadowsky preamp (the pickups are passive but the preamp is very active) and features true bypass, vintage tone control, and treble and bass boost. The maple neck features a matte finish and Morado fingerboard with 21 nickel/silver frets. The feel is arguably perfect.

Bottom line: Expect the same craftsmanship and quality as a NY Sadowsky at a more affordable price.

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. Not cheap, but MetroLine basses save you almost half of the cost of a New York Sadowsky.

Features:

• Design: Undersized J-style
• Body: Alder
• Body Finish: Gloss Olympic White
• Neck: Maple, satin finish, bolt-on
• Radius: 12”
• Fingerboard: Morado, 21 nickel silver frets
• Inlay: Dots
• Scale Length: 34"
• Nut Width: 1 7/8” Sadowsky Just-a-nut III
• Bridge/Tailpiece: Sadowsky
• Tuners: Sadowsky lightweight, Open Gear
• Pickup: Passive Sadowsky P/J
• Controls: Volume, Balance, Vintage tone control, Treble/Bass (stacked)
• Strap Locks: Sadowsky security locks
• Weight: 8.0 lbs
• Gig Bag: Sadowsky Portabag included