2023 Sadowsky Metro Express Basses

[kevbassman]

Just seen this the other day via Jason's site. Looks like Sadowsky Metro Basses have corrected their past shortcomings. Think I might have to try one of these, especially the PJ bass!

Thoughts?



METRO EXPRESS BASSES
The new generation of Sadowsky MetroExpress basses are coming in August! Reserve yours today!
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In addition to higher quality craftsmanship all around, the new Sadowsky MetroExpress (SMX) basses have the following upgrades:

• RSD Removed form Headstock!
• Roasted Maple Necks are now STANDARD
• MetroLine String Retainer
• Easy Access Backplate
• PJ Pickups with Single Coil Bridge - J-Pickup are as featured in the MetroLine Will Lee models!
• JJ Pickups with Single Coil Pickups - J-Pickups are as featured in the MetroLine Will Lee models!
• Copper Shielded Control Cavity
• Ball End Frets - Frets have rounded ends!

 

[kevbassman]

The one thing I really love is the Sadowsky logo is back instead of the Metro Express logo in the past. Sadowsky Metro Express I can live with! lol

 

[Dr. Cheese]

I have a later RSD fretless and it is a better bass than my old Pedulla. From everything I have heard, the MetroExpress Sadowsky's are apparently even better.

 

[kevbassman]

I have a later RSD fretless and it is a better bass than my old Pedilla. From everything I have heard, the MetroExpress Sadowsky's are apparently even better.

I owned a 2019 PJ Metro Express that had all kinds of noise thru Jazz pickup. Also, fret work was not good. The 2023 model looks great, and sounds great.

 

[Dr. Cheese]

I owned a 2019 PJ Metro Express that had all kinds of noise thru Jazz pickup. Also, fret work was not good. The 2023 model looks great, and sounds great.

Mine is JJ, so it was always quiet with both pickups on and it was not bad with just one on. It is fretless, so fretwork is not an issue. Mine was made in 2021.

 

[MrLenny1]

Hoping to try Metro & Metroline.

 

[P. Aaron]

I'm too old and cranky to change much. Y'all have at it.

 

[Modulus 96]

What is "RSD"?

 

[Dr. Cheese]

What is "RSD"?

Roger Sadowsky Design, the first MetroExpress basses were branded RSD because someone in China had trademarked Sadowsky. Roger Sadowsky had to go to court to get the use of his name in China.

 

[kevbassman]

I'm too old and cranky to change much. Y'all have at it.

I don't think you're older than me. Just saying.

 

[Topkat13]

I tried Angel Soft once but went back to Charmin.

 

[Timmah]

Color me curious. I see they're doing roasted necks- that's interesting. Anyone know where these will be available in stores?

 

[Dr. Cheese]

Color me curious. I see they're doing roasted necks- that's interesting. Anyone know where these will be available in stores?

Chicago Music Exchange has already sold a few and has more on order.

 

[blizzard]

I voted no, but only because I want a modern 24-5 MetroExpress.

 

[Admiral Akbar]

What is "RSD"?

"RSD" =. Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy

oh sorry, wrong forum!

 

[Timmah]

Chicago Music Exchange has already sold a few and has more on order.

Too bad I'm not in the Chicago area- these look promising but I don't think I'll be able to pull the trigger without playing one first. Maybe they'll pop up in some more storefronts.

 

[Burwabit]

VTC? If not, no thanks.

 

[Dr. Cheese]

I voted no, but only because I want a modern 24-5 MetroExpress.

Oh my, I would love one of those too!

 

[semiprohooker]

VTC? If not, no thanks.

It's a $100 upgrade to add it to the preamp. And it's a solderless connection I believe.

That said, the RSD basses I played were damn good basses for the money.

 

[80jazz]

Sage green appears to be changing. Am I imagining this?