Sadowsky is a high-end New York brand whose customers include top-notch musicians such as Marcus Miller and Will Lee.
Until now, Metroline had been manufacturing in Japan, but as Warwick became responsible for the distribution of Sadowsky products, the manufacturing location changed to the Warwick factory in Germany.
Since the Japanese-made Metroline model was originally highly praised, there were some concerns about a decline in quality, but as long as you look at the actual product, there is no need to worry too much.
The neck feels a little thinner than the Japanese-made ones, and there are also differences in the roundness of the body joints.
Also, the old Metro Line used a solid body.
However, this new Metro Line uses a chambered body like the NYC one.
As a result, the weight is quite light at around 3 kg, which can be said to be a clear advantage.
This model is a signature model of master Will Lee.
The custom preamp features a unique mid-boost switch.
This can boost 500Hz or 800Hz.
Each has a wide range or narrow range, and you can choose the size of Q.
Sadowsky's excellent electronics output powerful sound even at low string heights.
The playability is also nice, and overall it seems to be a product with high potential.
The PU is said to be different from the old Metro Line and NYC, but it feels like a neat and beautifully designed sound.
It doesn't feel peaky and seems easy to handle.
●SPECS
Machineheads : Sadowsky Light
Nut : Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III
Fretboard: Morado
Fingerboard: Radius 12""
Scale length: 34"" (long scale)
Width Nut: 36.8mm / 1.45""
Frets: 22 Nickel Silver (w: 2.3 mm / h: 1.2 mm)
Body Shape: Sleek Undersized J
Body Wood: Red Alder
Pickups : Passive Sadowsky J (60's Bridge Position)
Electronics: Custom Will Lee Preamp (on/off mid-boost, choice of 500 Hz or 800 Hz, wide or narrow bandwidth)
Pot layout: Volume / Balance / Vintage Tone Control (P/P) / Treble and Bass (stacked), Mid Boost Switch on back of bass
Bridge system : Sadowsky Bridge w/ Quick Release
Strap system: S-Style Security Locks
Construction: Bolt-On
Hardware: Chrome
Strings: Sadowsky Stainless Steel 045-105 (SAC STR SBS 45)
Accessories: gig bag
Text: Shunsuke Saga
Inspection person: Ryuzaki
◯About GIB, TONIQ warranty
●Free maintenance forever
For instruments purchased from our store, you can use the ""String Vibration Setup"" (normally 4,400 yen) free of charge forever. (Reservation required)
・Please present the warranty card with your name written on it.
・Only applicable to customers who purchased from GIB and TONIQ physical stores and online shops.
・Please pay for shipping costs and other expenses.
●Repurchase price guarantee
If you sell your purchased item within 6 months of purchase, we will guarantee the purchase price. The amount is 50% for new items and 70% for used items.
●Guarantee for defects
Products sold by Basic Co., Ltd. are guaranteed against defects. With the exception of some products such as consignment items, we will repair any malfunctions that occur under normal use within a certain warranty period from purchase (returns/refunds will be provided only if this is not possible).
The warranty period is 3 months for used products and 1 year for new products.
Please note that the following cases will be handled for a fee even within the warranty period.
・In case of failure or damage caused by transportation, movement, falling, etc.
- When replacing consumables.
- In case of failure or damage due to fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
・In the case of failure or damage caused by handling contrary to the precautions stated in the instruction manual.
- If a part that has been repaired or modified by someone other than our company breaks down or is damaged.
・If your name, model name, serial number, etc. are not written on the warranty card. Or if the words are rewritten.
・If the warranty card is not presented or if it is lost.
(Warranty provided only for purchases within Japan)
Ships in a sturdy cardboard box.
We also support overseas shipping.
Contact Info
LINE: vwj2699r
email: info@bassick.jp
TEL: 045 594 7308