Sadowsky Bass Guitars

Sadowsky Bass Guitars are a range of legendary basses designed and built by Roger Sadowsky in New York City in the 1980s. Famous for their active circuitry and ‘studio perfect’ tone, Sadowsky basses are the high-end choice of many touring pros and session players. Sadowsky bass guitars also have subranges of basses such as the MetroExpress line of instruments, which are built to Sadowsky’s precise specifications in China or the Metro models which are made in Japan. This brings the Sadowsky style and know-how to more players. Roger is an acknowledged industry pioneer and also makes guitars from his NYC workshop.

Sadowsky bass gutiars are particularly well known for its pioneering use of the active preamp. Marcus Miller was an early customer for Sadowsky, followed by a custom order from Prince. Many Sadowsky basses are based on classic bolt-on bass designs but with the added preamp circuitry and a more modern feel. Other bass models display a more 'boutique', custom look with non-standard features and options.

Why Should I Choose a Sadowsky Bass Guitar?

• World-renowned build quality, crafted to an incredible level
• Famously good tones that are relied on by professionals every day
• A unique take on classic design
• Classic looks with updated specs and electronics for today’s bassist
• Made in USA and Japan
• A rich heritage of influential instrument making goes into each bass