{"product_id":"new-sadowsky-mx22-wl5-japan-special-edition-swg-r-4-310kg-c000188-26-gib-yokohama","title":"【new】Sadowsky \/ MX22 WL5 Japan Special Edition SWG\/R 4.310kg #C000188-26【GIB Yokohama】","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSadowsky is a high-end New York brand with top musicians like Marcus Miller and Will Lee as clients. (Titles omitted)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreviously, the Metroline Express was manufactured in Japan, but as Warwick took over the distribution of Sadowsky products, manufacturing shifted to a factory in China.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile keeping the selling price down, high quality is maintained, making it a very unique product in its price range.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a newly released, limited-production, Japan-exclusive Will Lee model.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt comes in three colors: Tobacco Sunburst, Candy Apple Orange, and Sherwood Green.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe body is made of Okoume, and the fingerboard is made of Morado (Pau Ferro).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike the regular lineup, this Japan-exclusive model uses regular maple for the neck, without roasting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis brings it even closer to the specifications of the German-made models.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile the German-made models have chambered bodies, this one has a solid body.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany people prefer solid bodies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe neck has a satin finish, giving it a smooth feel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 22 frets are another characteristic of this model.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI believe this is the maximum number of frets possible while maintaining a classic sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pickups are hum-canceling type, as is typical of Sadowsky.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe preamp features the familiar 2-band EQ.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can significantly boost the low and high frequencies with the frets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe circuit board of this preamp is almost identical to that of the top-of-the-line models priced around 1 million yen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCopper foil shielding is also applied, resulting in surprisingly low noise.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese points are extremely important advantages when choosing the MX series.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven in this price range, you can see Roger Sadowsky's uncompromising commitment to instrument making.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe controls are volume, balance, treble, and bass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bass knob has a push-pull function that bypasses the active circuit, allowing for passive playing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe powerful and crisp sound is a little more flamboyant than recent German-made products.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome people might even prefer this sound if they only listen to it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt seems difficult to produce a product of the same high quality at the same price point.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHighly recommended.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e●SPECS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4-string electric bass\u003cbr\u003e34\"\" (864 mm) long scale\u003cbr\u003eBolt-on construction\u003cbr\u003eOkoume body\u003cbr\u003eMaple neck\u003cbr\u003eMorado (Pau Ferro) fingerboard\u003cbr\u003e12\"\" fingerboard radius\u003cbr\u003eSadowsky Just-A-Nut III\u003cbr\u003e1.45\" (36.8 mm) nut width\u003cbr\u003e22 nickel silver frets (width: 0.094\"\" (2.4 mm) \/ height: 0.051\"\" (1.3 mm))\u003cbr\u003eSadowsky passive J-Style Single Coil pickup (neck)\u003cbr\u003eSadowsky passive J-Style Single Coil pickup in 60's position (bridge)\u003cbr\u003eActive Sadowsky 2-way electronics\u003cbr\u003eControls for Volume \/ Balance \/ Treble \/ Bass (P\/P)\u003cbr\u003ePush\/pull function at Bass knob for preamp bypass\u003cbr\u003eSadowsky Quick Access Compartment\u003cbr\u003eSadowsky Light machine heads with open gear\u003cbr\u003e0.748” \/ 19 mm string spacing at bridge\u003cbr\u003e2.24” \/ 57 mm distance between thinnest and thickest string\u003cbr\u003eSadowsky S-Style Security Locks\u003cbr\u003eSadowsky bridge with quick string release\u003cbr\u003eChrome hardware\u003cbr\u003e045 - 105 stainless steel strings\u003cbr\u003eTortoise pickguard (BLK), Parchment pickguard (CAR)\u003cbr\u003eIncl. Sadowsky Fretboard Protector\u003cbr\u003eIncl. Hex key tools\u003cbr\u003eIncl. Sadowsky PortaBag (SAC BAG BASS PORTA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelivered after being adjusted for easy playability by GIB's craftsmen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccessories: Gig bag, warranty card, spec sheet, locking pins and screwdrivers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eText: Mizuki Ishikawa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspection 담당: Maeda\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduct photos: Higashie\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e●Price includes VAT \u0026amp; Duties \u0026amp; Shipping Fee\u003cbr\u003eFree Shipping Worldwide. All import duties and taxes are included in the price. There are no hidden fees upon delivery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you return a product, you will be responsible for all shipping and customs fees.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: All electronic devices, such as effect pedals and amplifiers, are set for use in Japan.\u003cbr\u003ePlease be sure to check the voltage and power specifications of your country before purchasing and using.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sadowsky","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45646784036973,"sku":"193109067","price":1323.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0044\/5625\/1510\/files\/0183sa-11_01.jpg?v=1786870845","url":"https:\/\/bassshop-gib.com\/zh\/products\/new-sadowsky-mx22-wl5-japan-special-edition-swg-r-4-310kg-c000188-26-gib-yokohama","provider":"Bass Shop Geek IN Box","version":"1.0","type":"link"}