The Sadowsky MetroLine 21-Fret Hybrid P/J Bass brings Roger Sadowsky's legendary design philosophy to a German-made instrument built to exacting standards. This 5-string model pairs a lightweight swamp ash body with a maple neck and maple fingerboard, delivering the bright, articulate tone that has made Sadowsky a go-to name for working bassists across every genre. The '59 Burst Transparent High Polish finish showcases the natural grain of the ash while paying homage to a classic sunburst aesthetic.
At the heart of this bass is the hybrid P/J pickup configuration — a Sadowsky P-style pickup in the neck position paired with a hum-cancelling J-style pickup in the 60s bridge position — offering enormous tonal versatility, from thick, punchy fingerstyle tones to aggressive, cutting slap sounds. The onboard Sadowsky preamp provides bass and treble boost with a Vintage Tone Control, while a push/pull bypass lets you run the pickups fully passive for a more traditional, organic response.
Every detail is designed with the performing musician in mind: the comfortable C-shaped neck profile, a 34-inch scale length, and lightweight open-gear tuners keep the instrument balanced and effortless to play through long sessions. The Sadowsky Quick String Release Bridge simplifies string changes, and the Just-A-Nut III ensures precise intonation and setup at the nut. This is a professional-grade instrument that delivers the Sadowsky experience — refined, responsive, and ready for the stage or the studio.
