The Sadowsky MetroExpress 24-Fret Modern Bass is a sleek, contemporary instrument built for players who demand clarity, punch, and effortless playability. Its okoume body and striking candy apple red metallic finish give it both warmth and standout visual appeal, while the roasted maple neck with morado fingerboard feels smooth and fast across the full 24 frets. Dual Sadowsky soapbar pickups paired with the active 2-band preamp deliver deep lows, crisp highs, and impressive tonal control for stage or studio. Lightweight, versatile, and meticulously designed, this MetroExpress Modern Bass is a dependable long-term investment ready to inspire serious players.

Sadowsky MetroExpress 24-Fret Modern Bass

Right-hand version

4-string electric bass

34" (864 mm) long scale

Bolt-on construction

Okoume body

Solid candy apple red metallic high gloss finish

Roasted Maple neck

Morado (Pau Ferro) fingerboard

12" fingerboard radius

Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III

1.54" (39.2 mm) nut width

24 nickel silver frets (width: 0.094" (2.4 mm) / height: 0.051" (1.3 mm))

Sadowsky Soapbar pickup in modern position (neck)

Sadowsky Soapbar pickup in modern position (bridge)

Active Sadowsky 2-way electronics

Controls for Volume / Balance / Treble / Bass (P/P)

Push/pull function at Bass knob for preamp bypass

Sadowsky Quick Access Compartment

Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gear

0.748” / 19 mm string spacing at bridge

2.24” / 57 mm distance between thinnest and thickest string

Sadowsky S-Style Security Locks

Sadowsky bridge with quick string release

Chrome hardware

045 - 105 stainless steel strings

High Polish finish

No pickguard

Weight max. 10.6 lbs (4.8 kg)

Incl. Sadowsky Fretboard Protector

Incl. Hex key tools

Incl. Sadowsky PortaBag (SAC BAG BASS PORTA)

Free 3-Year Warranty

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