Electric Bass

The Sadowsky MetroExpress Hybrid PJ Tobacco Burst 5 Maple Fingerboard is a 5-string electric bass. With 19mm fretboard spacing, it's a dream for fast runs. Whether you're playing with a pick or fingerstyle, every note lands exactly where you want it. It's great for complex lines or more aggressive playing. The included PortaBag makes traveling a breeze. It's lightweight and well-designed. It protects the bass while being easy to carry. It's convenient for players who are always on the go.

ARTICLE N° 102778
The Sadowsky MetroExpress Hybrid PJ Tobacco Burst 5 String Maple Fingerboard Electric Bass features an advantageous configuration for clear audio.

Its combined passive and active pickups allow it to shine in a group.

Live, in a dense mix, the P pickup sends deep mids. The J pickup adds clarity, cutting through the sound mass.

You can navigate between different genres without losing definition.

With the 5-string system and 34" scale, the bass handles the low end well. On the bass string (B), even when playing complex lines, it remains clear.

In concert, where the bass tends to drown out, this instrument maintains its integrity. Even in a dense mix, each note stands out.

The roasted maple neck provides a natural feel. In extended sessions, in the studio, it provides a good grip.

The neck is stable, which allows for lively transitions between positions. You can play for hours without fatigue coming into play.

The quick-release bridge system comes in handy when changing strings or making adjustments. On stage, in the middle of a performance, the time saved is precious.

Example: between two songs, it is possible to touch up the instrument without stress. You no longer have to race against the clock!

The 19 mm string spacing is optimal for bassists who master fine fingerings.

Each movement is precise, making solos clearer. Total control over the notes becomes a real pleasure for artists.
Body shape
 Type Jazz Bass
Number of strings
 5
Instrument size
 Long scale (34")
Number of frets
 21
Body Type
 Solid body
Nut width
 39,20 mm (1,543")
Neck material
 Maple
Fingerboard material
 Maple
Scale length
 864,00 mm (34,02")
Top material
 Okoumous
Pickup type
 Passives
String gauge
 045 - 135
Fingerboard radius
 305 mm (12,00")
Body material
 Okoume
Hardware color
 Chrome
Electronic
 Active
Cutaway
 Yes
Bridge configuration
 Fix
Pickguard color
 Parchment
Finish
 Polished
Pickup setup
 PJ
Color
 Burst, Tobacco
Assembly
 Bolt-on neck
Case or cover included
 Gigbag
  • Sadowsky MetroExpress Hybrid PJ Tobacco Burst 5 String Maple Fingerboard
  • Series: MetroExpress
  • 5-string electric bass, P/J hybrid
  • Scale: 34" (864 mm)
  • Color: Tobacco Burst
  • Finish: Polished
  • Top: Okoume
  • Back: Okoume
  • Sides: Okoume
  • Bridge: Sadowsky with quick-lock string system
  • Neck: Roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Roasted maple
  • Radius: 305 mm
  • Number of frets: 21
  • Type of frets: Nickel silver (2.4 mm width / 1.3 mm height)
  • Nut: Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III (1.54" / 39.2 mm)
  • Saddle: Spacing 19mm strings
  • Machine heads: Sadowsky Light with open gear
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Stock strings: Stainless steel, 045 - 135
  • Electronics: Sadowsky 2-way active with push/pull to bypass the preamp
  • Neck pickup: Sadowsky P-Style passive
  • Bridge pickup: Sadowsky J-Style passive
  • Controls: Volume, balance, treble, bass (P/P)
  • Push/pull function on the Bass button to bypass the preamp
  • Distance between the thinnest and thickest strings: 2.24" / 57 mm
  • Sadowsky S-style safety locks
  • Weight: 4.8 kg
  • Pickguard: Parchment
  • Sadowsky fingerboard protector included
  • Hex key tools included
  • Sadowsky PortaBag included (BASS PORTA BAG)
Sadowsky - MetroExpress Hybrid PJ Tobacco Burst 5 Cordes Touche Érable
Sadowsky - MetroExpress Hybrid PJ Tobacco Burst 5 Cordes Touche Érable
890,83 € excl VAT
including eco-part : 0,90 €
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