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#47,281
Sadowsky said:
When we build a bass, the depth of the neck pocket is very different if it is being built with a pickguard or without. We deepen the neck pocket on "standard style" builds (no pickguard) so that the distance from the bottom of the G string to the top of the body is the same as one with a pickguard. If you remove the pickguard on a vintage style bass, that space increases to the point where players who like to pop the G string may find their finger going too far under the strings. Likewise, if you add a pickguard to a standard style bass, you may find that space to be too tight. Of course, if you order a NYC Custom Built, we can accommodate any of your preferences.
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Interesting. My Satin Modern 5 feels that way (deeper neck pocket), but are the Verdines built the same way? Im only asking because I needed a pickguard to make mine more playable for me. The string to body gap was like a normal bass without the pickguard. It feels like my Satin 5 J-bass now. I'm not complaining (I absolutely love the look and feel of the matte black pg), just curious...

Also is there neck shape differences between the Satin J, Verdine and the Modern? My Verdine 5 has some "meat", the modern feels somewhat slimmer and faster of the three. I can't tell if it's just me or if they do have a different contour. They all feel incredible though!
 
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#47,282
Sadowsky said:
When we build a bass, the depth of the neck pocket is very different if it is being built with a pickguard or without. We deepen the neck pocket on "standard style" builds (no pickguard) so that the distance from the bottom of the G string to the top of the body is the same as one with a pickguard. If you remove the pickguard on a vintage style bass, that space increases to the point where players who like to pop the G string may find their finger going too far under the strings. Likewise, if you add a pickguard to a standard style bass, you may find that space to be too tight. Of course, if you order a NYC Custom Built, we can accommodate any of your preferences.
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phillipkregg said:
The more I learn about Sadowsky's manufacturing process, the more I realize how easy it is to overlook all the thought that goes into building an instrument.

All the best bass builders are doing stuff that most people don't even think about, but when it all comes together it makes a huge difference in the playability of the instrument.
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deepestend said:
Exactly this... there are many, many little refinements that most people don't realize are incorporated into the design.
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Attention to detail is what sets the greats apart from the others.
 
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Lava said:
When I look on the Sadowsky website, I can no longer see the Metroline (Metro) as an option to buy. I see the Express, but that is a different line than the traditional Metro. Roger? @Sadowsky
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Are you looking at the in-stock inventory of basses for sale, or the "What We Build" section? The MetroLine is definitely listed in the "What We Build" section, but there just may not be any Metros available for sale currently in the "Instruments For Sale" section. I'm sure inventory changes daily.
 
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Lava said:
When I look on the Sadowsky website, I can no longer see the Metroline (Metro) as an option to buy. I see the Express, but that is a different line than the traditional Metro. Roger? @Sadowsky
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We don't have any metros in stock right now. Email [email protected] to talk about ordering one.
 
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Who want's to play a game of indulge your Sadowsky GAS? If $ was of no concern, what Sadowsky would you order right now?

Though I have one in the pipeline right now being painted, I think I want to order this next:

I really love how this figured ash looks: [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]

I would try to see if I could get both the body core and top from the same kind of flame ash and have it made into a Vintage 5 with Sadowsky Soapbars in the J positions. :bassist:
 
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MAJOR METAL said:
Who want's to play a game of indulge your Sadowsky GAS? If $ was of no concern, what Sadowsky would you order right now?
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Sadowsky said:
When we build a bass, the depth of the neck pocket is very different if it is being built with a pickguard or without. We deepen the neck pocket on "standard style" builds (no pickguard) so that the distance from the bottom of the G string to the top of the body is the same as one with a pickguard. If you remove the pickguard on a vintage style bass, that space increases to the point where players who like to pop the G string may find their finger going too far under the strings. Likewise, if you add a pickguard to a standard style bass, you may find that space to be too tight. Of course, if you order a NYC Custom Built, we can accommodate any of your preferences.
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For a change, I removed the tort p/g on my NYC vintage bass and put a clear p/g on. You keep the same gaps that way and get to see more grain.
I interchange these days. Who doesn't like a change of clothes?
(Looks a bit naked without the p/g tho' . . . )
 
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MAJOR METAL said:
Who want's to play a game of indulge your Sadowsky GAS? If $ was of no concern, what Sadowsky would you order right now?

Though I have one in the pipeline right now being painted, I think I want to order this next:

I really love how this figured ash looks: [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]

I would try to see if I could get both the body core and top from the same kind of flame ash and have it made into a Vintage 5 with Sadowsky Soapbars in the J positions. :bassist:
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My choice... Quilt top Verdine 5, Alder, Greenburst (light black edges), Gloss finish. Matching headstock. Select Pau Ferro board.

Or....

Flame top Modern 5, trans green satin, Alder, matching headstock, Indian rosewood board.
 
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gustobassman said:
My choice... Quilt top Verdine 5, Alder, Greenburst (light black edges), Gloss finish. Matching headstock. Select Pau Ferro board.

Or....

Flame top Modern 5, trans green satin, Alder, matching headstock, Indian rosewood board.
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You have great taste! :D
 
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I figured this would be the best place to ask this... I've got this Sadowsky Modern (the newer one with the P2 size pickups) and I'd like to get a finger ramp that sits between the pickups:

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Does anyone here know of someone who can 3D print one, or make one from wood?

I've sent a couple of inquiries to some folks I found on Google who claim to make custom ramps but never got a response.
 
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