What is the "New York Sound"?

[bino]

I've recently spoken with shop owners and luthiers who describe instruments as having that "New York Sound" ("like Sadowsky" one said). Problem is, I have no idea what they're talking about. I'm just curious because a bass I'm considering supposedly has that sound. I don't catch much live music since moving to the sticks. Could anyone provide me with some recordings to check out for a "New York Sound"?

[Christopher]

Hiram Bullock's "Live at Manny's Car Wash." Will Lee's on that one, and prominent in the mix.

[brianrost]

Marcus Miller, Will Lee, etc.

Basically a Fender Jazz Bass sound with boosted bass and treble (via Sadowsky's preamp)