【outlet】Sadowsky / ML24 VJ4 ASH BLT STN 3.375kg #B005488-25【GIB Yokohama】

Sadowsky is a high-end New York brand whose clientele includes top musicians such as Marcus Miller and Will Lee.

Until now, Metroline guitars have been manufactured in Japan, but production has now moved to the Warwick factory in Germany.

When Roger Sadowsky visited GIB Yokohama, we had a long talk about manufacturing at Warwick.

When he was looking for a factory, his goal was to produce a large number of guitars and basses without compromising quality.

He said it was difficult to find a factory that met his needs.

He also told us that he is very satisfied with the manufacturing at Warwick.

The Japanese-made Metroline models were originally highly acclaimed, so there were some concerns about quality, but seeing the actual products seems to indicate there is no need to worry too much.

The Japanese-made Metroline also incorporates many unique designs.

However, the Warwick-made Metroline has specs that are quite similar to the NYC models and is built based on Roger's input.

For example, the body is chambered, just like the NYC, and the bridge is all made of brass.

These differences between the old and new Metroline models do exist, but it seems the new one has been received relatively positively.

In addition, all Warwick-made Sadowskys imported to Japan pass Yamano Music's strict inspection.

Yamano Music, which imports and sells Fender and Gibson and has built them into strong brands, also carries the quality control, so it's all the more fair to say that the Metroline models sold in Japan are of truly excellent quality.

This model is a modern model with 24 frets and a wide range.

While the soap bar version is popular, this one, which retains more of the JB feel, is also popular.

The body is chambered and extremely lightweight.
When I asked Roger about the benefits of chambering, he said that musicians prefer the light weight, and that the easy touch and feel of playing are also positive.

The hum-canceling pickups, highly praised by many musicians, and the powerful preamp output a powerful sound even with low string height.

Overall, this is a product with great potential.

As an aside, I asked Roger why the 24-fret MS model uses soap bar pickups.

The reason for using soap bars on the 24-fret model is that ensuring sufficient distance between the neck pickups and the fingerboard results in a tighter sound, so using warmer pickups achieves a balance.

However, despite being the same 24-fret model, the VJ's pickup position is the same as that of the JB, and therefore the type of pickup itself is also the same.

Both the VJ and MS have great designs, so be sure to compare them and choose the one that's right for you.

Accessories: Gig bag, warranty card, wrench

Gib craftsmen will adjust them for ease of play before shipping.

This is an official manufacturer's outlet product.
There may be cosmetic scratches.
All other imperfections are covered by the warranty.

Text: Shunsuke Saga

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All products sold by Basic Co., Ltd. are guaranteed against defects. With the exception of some consignment items, we will provide free repairs (and refunds only if repairs are not possible) for any malfunctions that occur during normal use within the warranty period from the date of purchase.

The warranty period is three months for used instruments and one year for new instruments.

Please note that even within the warranty period, there will be a fee for repairs in the following cases.

- Breakdowns or damage caused by transportation, movement, dropping, etc.
- Replacement of consumables.
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- If your name, model name, serial number, etc. are not written on the warranty card, or if the wording has been altered.
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(Warranty only applies to purchases made in Japan.)

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In addition, if you trade in an instrument eligible for our monthly buy-back campaign, you will receive a 15% discount.

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