Sadowsky Announces 2021 Limited Edition Basses

Sadowsky Masterbuilt 24-Fret Modern Bass Limited Edition 2021 5-string

Sadowsky Guitars has unveiled four new limited edition models for 2021 with two in the MetroLine series and two Masterbuilt instruments. All of the instruments are built in Germany.

The MetroLine models are four and five-string versions of the 24-Fret Modern Bass. Limited to a total of 100 pieces, the basses each feature undersized J-style bodies made from okoume and topped with AAAA figured Claro Walnut. The bolt-on necks are made from roasted Alpine maple with an ebony fingerboard. Passive Sadowsky Soapbar pickups are matched to an active preamp with bass and treble boosts as well as Sadowsky’s Vintage Tone Control (VTC).

Hardware includes Sadowsky Light open gear machine heads, a Sadowsky bridge with quick string release, and S-Security locks.

The Masterbuilt editions of the bass are limited to just 30 pieces worldwide. They are built with similar styles, but the Claro Walnut top is upgraded to Master Grade. The Alpine maple neck is also flamed, and the black ebony fingerboard is adorned with Mother-of-Pearl block inlays. The soapbar pickups are housed in brushed metal covers.

The Limited Edition Sadowsky 24-Fret Modern Basses will be available mid-May. The four-string MetroLine version will cost $3,990 with the five-string priced at $4,190. The Masterbuilt basses will go for $6,990 and $7,190.

Sadowsky MetroLine 24-Fret Modern Bass Limited Edition 2021 4-string Specs:

Scale:34″
Construction:Bolt-On
Body:Okoume
Top:AAAA Figured Claro Walnut
Neck:Roasted Alpine Maple
Fingerboard:Ebony
Inlays:Dots
Frets:24 Nickel Silver
Fingerboard Radius:12″
Nut:Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
Nut Width:1.5″
Pickups:Passive Sadowsky Soapbar in Modern Position
Electronics:Sadowsky 2-band EQ with VTC
Tuners:Sadowsky Light with Open Gear
Bridge:Sadowsky Bridge with Quick String Release
Hardware:Black
Finish:Natural Transparent Satin
Weight:8.9 lbs
Left-handed:No
Other:incl. hex key tools, individual Cer5ficate of Authen5city signed by Roger Sadowsky, Sadowsky Portabag and leather strap with Sadowsky logo

Sadowsky MetroLine 24-Fret Modern Bass Limited Edition 2021 5-string Specs:

Scale:34″
Construction:Bolt-On
Body:Okoume
Top:AAAA Figured Claro Walnut
Neck:Roasted Alpine Maple
Fingerboard:Ebony
Inlays:Dots
Frets:24 Nickel Silver
Fingerboard Radius:12″
Nut:Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
Nut Width:1.875″
Pickups:Passive Sadowsky Soapbar in Modern Position
Electronics:Sadowsky 2-band EQ with VTC
Tuners:Sadowsky Light with Open Gear
Bridge:Sadowsky Bridge with Quick String Release
Hardware:Black
Finish:Natural Transparent Satin
Weight:8.9 lbs
Left-handed:No
Other:incl. hex key tools, individual Cer5ficate of Authen5city signed by Roger Sadowsky, Sadowsky Portabag and leather strap with Sadowsky logo

Sadowsky Masterbuilt 24-Fret Modern Bass Limited Edition 2021 4-string Specs:

Scale:34″
Construction:Bolt-On
Body:Okoume
Top:Master Grade Figured Claro Walnut
Neck:Roasted Flamed Alpine Maple
Fingerboard:Black Ebony
Inlays:Mother of Pearl Blocks
Frets:24 Nickel Silver
Fingerboard Radius:12″
Nut:Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
Nut Width:1.5″
Pickups:Passive Sadowsky Soapbar in Modern Position with Brushed Metal Housing
Electronics:Sadowsky 2-band EQ with VTC
Tuners:Sadowsky Light with Open Gear
Bridge:Sadowsky Bridge with Quick String Release
Hardware:Black
Finish:Natural Transparent High Polish Satin
Weight:8.5 lbs
Left-handed:No
Other:Incl. hex key tools, individual Certificate of Authenticity signed by Roger Sadowsky, Sadowsky Professional Road Bag and leather strap with Sadowsky logo

Sadowsky Masterbuilt 24-Fret Modern Bass Limited Edition 2021 5-string Specs:

Scale:34″
Construction:Bolt-On
Body:Okoume
Top:Master Grade Figured Claro Walnut
Neck:Roasted Flamed Alpine Maple
Fingerboard:Black Ebony
Inlays:Mother of Pearl Blocks
Frets:24 Nickel Silver
Fingerboard Radius:12″
Nut:Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
Nut Width:1.875″
Pickups:Passive Sadowsky Soapbar in Modern Position with Brushed Metal Housing
Electronics:Sadowsky 2-band EQ with VTC
Tuners:Sadowsky Light with Open Gear
Bridge:Sadowsky Bridge with Quick String Release
Hardware:Black
Finish:Natural Transparent High Polish Satin
Weight:8.5 lbs
Left-handed:No
Other:Incl. hex key tools, individual Cer5ficate of Authen5city signed by Roger Sadowsky, Sadowsky Professional Road Bag and leather strap with Sadowsky logo

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  1. Robert B Barwick

    I feel that if your going to shell out 7K for a high end Bass like this why would a “HARD SHELL CASE” not be included?
    A gig bag will not protect it.