{"product_id":"used-sadowsky-mv4-wl-blue-ice-metallic-3-97kg-m8855-gib-yokohama","title":"【used】Sadowsky \/ MV4-WL Blue Ice Metallic 3.97kg #M8855【GIB Yokohama】","description":"\u003cp\u003eSadowsky is a New York high street brand whose clientele includes top musicians such as Marcus Miller, Will Lee and Tal Wilkenfeld.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntil now, the Metro line was manufactured in Japan, but after Warwick took over the distribution of Sadowsky products, the manufacturing location was changed to the Warwick factory in Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Metroline series MV4 Will Lee model from the period when it was manufactured in Japan under the leadership of Okada International, the authorised Japanese importer, which has now become very valuable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither NYC nor Metroline is a higher model, but the clear difference is the body work.\u003cbr\u003eThe NYC uses a chambered body, while the Metroline uses a solid body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NYC tends to be lighter in weight, while the Metroline's solid body is somewhat more Fender-like than the NYC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it is not well known, many parts of the Metroline bass, especially the neck, were designed entirely by Mr Kikuchi of Okada International.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe detailed truss-rod effect and shaping of the fretboard surface is the result of trial and error.\u003cbr\u003eThe quality is highly praised by many repairmen and musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sound is powerful yet crisp, just like a Sadowsky.\u003cbr\u003eJust by inputting it directly into a bass amp, you get a neat sound as if it has already been mastered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a WL model, it has iconic specs such as a middle boost switch and drop tuner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are roughly 70% frets remaining.\u003cbr\u003eThe truss rod is in good working order.\u003cbr\u003eThe neck is in good condition. Minor scratches are scattered on the tip of the head.\u003cbr\u003eThe body and paintwork are in good condition, with a number of 5 mm dents on the body sides. The body top and back are relatively clean with a few smaller dents.\u003cbr\u003eThe electrical system is in good condition.\u003cbr\u003eNo obvious modifications were found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControls : master volume, balancer, master tone - push\/pull (active\/passive), treble\/bass, mid boost switch, preamp gain trimmer (in cavity), middle boost trimmer (in cavity), middle frequency switch. Dip switch x 4 (in-cavity)\u003cbr\u003eNut width : 37.0 mm\u003cbr\u003ePitch between strings at bridge: 20.0 mm\u003cbr\u003eScale : 34inch\u003cbr\u003eYear of manufacture : unknown\u003cbr\u003eCountry of manufacture : JAPAN\u003cbr\u003eAccessories : Original semi-hard case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Stringjoy, which we import and distribute, is used in the setup.\u003cbr\u003eMade in Nashville, Stringjoy strings are characterised by a silky feel, with plenty of low end and rich, natural overtones.\u003cbr\u003eThese are high quality strings that bring out the best performance and character of the instrument, so please enjoy them as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GIB craftsmen have adjusted them to make them easy to play and deliver them to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerial number: #M8855\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 3.97kg\u003cbr\u003eFret: 70% remaining\u003cbr\u003eTruss rod: good working\u003cbr\u003eNeck condition: Good. There are some small scratches on the tip of the head.\u003cbr\u003eControls: master volume, balancer, master tone - push\/pull (active\/passive), treble\/bass, mid boost switch, preamp gain trimmer (inside cavity), middle boost trimmer (inside cavity). middle boost trimmer (inside cavity), middle frequency selection dip switch x 4 (inside cavity) (within)\u003cbr\u003eBody condition: There are many dents of about 5mm on the body side. There are a few small dents on the top and back of the body, but it is relatively clean.\u003cbr\u003eElectrical: Good.\u003cbr\u003eNut width: 37.0mm\u003cbr\u003eString spacing: 20.0 mm\u003cbr\u003eScale length: 34inch\u003cbr\u003ecustom: none\u003cbr\u003eaccessories: original semi-hard case\u003cbr\u003eyear: manufacturing date unknown\u003cbr\u003ecountry of origin: JAPAN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eText: Shunsuke Saga\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspection officer : Wakatsuki\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGIB 3-month warranty included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in sturdy cardboard boxes.\u003cbr\u003eItem will be packed with a hard cardboard box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContact Info\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLINE : vwj2699r\u003cbr\u003eemail : info@bassick.jp\u003cbr\u003etel : 045 534 7133\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Sadowsky","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41631775457389,"sku":"181490358","price":2546.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/5625\/1510\/files\/Sa6463-1-1.jpg?v=1719221723","url":"https:\/\/bassshop-gib.com\/zh-hans\/products\/used-sadowsky-mv4-wl-blue-ice-metallic-3-97kg-m8855-gib-yokohama","provider":"Bass Shop Geek IN Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}