Sadowsky MetroExpress 21-Fret Hybrid P/J Bass - Tobacco Sunburst
The Sadowsky MetroExpress 21-Fret Hybrid P/J Bass pairs a timeless Tobacco Sunburst look with modern tone-shaping power, now at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. A roasted maple fingerboard adds snap and clarity to the classic P/J pickup combination, and the Sadowsky active preamp gives you extra punch on demand. It’s a vintage-styled workhorse for intermediate players and seasoned pros.
Product Overview
This bass starts with an okoume body in Sadowsky’s doublecut shape, offering warm lows and clear upper mids. The high-polish Tobacco Sunburst finish delivers a classic vintage look, accented by chrome hardware. This example weighs 8.8 lbs.
Both the neck and fingerboard are roasted maple, giving the bass a bright, tight attack and excellent stability. The Sadowsky Standard neck profile has a natural oil finish on the back for a fast, unfinished feel. Dot inlays, 21 nickel-silver frets, a 12" radius, a 1.5" nut, and a 34" scale complete the playing surface.
A passive P split-coil in the neck position gives you round, fat lows and midrange. The shielded J single-coil at the bridge adds focused growl, with a blend knob to mix the two. Sadowsky’s 2-band preamp, 20:1 tuners, and quick-release bridge round out a reliable, gig-ready package.
Ideal For
- Players who love the look and snappy attack of a maple-board bass with a sunburst finish
- Slap and funk bassists who want bright articulation with active EQ on tap
- Rock and country players who rely on punchy P-style midrange that cuts through a band
- Recording bassists after a classic maple fingerboard PJ bass sound with modern quietness
- Musicians upgrading from an entry-level bass to a professional instrument
Key Features
Roasted Maple Fingerboard
The maple fingerboard adds snap, clarity, and attack to every note. Roasting improves its stability, and dot inlays keep the look classic.
Passive P/J Pickup Pairing
The P split-coil handles warm, punchy foundation tones, while the J pickup adds bite at the bridge. Blend them for a range of sounds from vintage to modern.
Sadowsky Active EQ
The 2-band Sadowsky preamp boosts lows and highs for added punch and presence. It shapes your tone without masking the natural character of the pickups.
Oil-Finished Standard Neck
The natural oil finish feels smooth and fast, with none of the drag of a thick gloss. The Sadowsky Standard profile fits a wide range of hand sizes comfortably.
Precision Hardware
Sadowsky’s 20:1 tuners provide fine tuning control, and the quick-release bridge boosts sustain. The adjustable Tedur Just-A-Nut III lets you dial in low action at the nut.
What’s Included
- Sadowsky MetroExpress 21-Fret Hybrid P/J Bass – Tobacco Sunburst
- Sadowsky gig bag
- Sadowsky strings (installed)
- Sadowsky manufacturer’s warranty (ask us for full warranty details)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Okoume, solidbody, Sadowsky doublecut shape |
| Neck | Roasted maple, bolt-on, Sadowsky Standard profile, natural oil finish |
| Fingerboard | Roasted maple, dot inlays, 12" radius |
| Scale Length | 34" |
| Nut | Tedur Just-A-Nut III, 1.5" width |
| Frets | 21, nickel silver |
| Pickups | Neck: Sadowsky passive P split-coil; Bridge: Sadowsky passive shielded J single-coil |
| Electronics | Sadowsky 2-band active preamp; volume, blend, bass, treble |
| Hardware | Sadowsky quick-release bridge, Sadowsky 20:1 tuners, chrome hardware |
| Strings | 4, right-handed |
| Finish | Tobacco Sunburst, high polish |
| Weight | 8.8 lbs |
| Part Number | SMX21HP4 69M OKU FR |
| Serial Number | SMX D 001585-23 |
Get Your Hands on This P/J Bass Guitar Today
Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to hear how the maple fingerboard and Sadowsky preamp work together. We’re happy to set it up next to our other MetroExpress basses so you can compare. Stop by, call, or order online to make it yours.
