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Description

The Sadowsky Metro UV70 is an electric bass guitar designed for musicians who crave precision and versatility. This model hails from the renowned Sadowsky workshop, known for producing instruments that deliver exceptional performance across genres. This bass provides a seamless playing experience, suitable for both studio sessions and live performances. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the UV70 features a sleek body that ensures comfort during long playing hours, making it a reliable companion for bassists.

One of the standout features of the Sadowsky Metro UV70 is its custom-designed preamp. This innovation allows players to sculpt their sound with precision, offering a broad range of tonal possibilities. Whether you’re aiming for a warm, vintage vibe or a punchy modern sound, the UV70 has you covered. The bass is equipped with Sadowsky’s signature single-coil pickups, which are known for their clarity and dynamic range. These pickups capture every nuance of your playing, ensuring that your music is always heard with crystal-clear definition.

Key Features:

  • Custom-designed Sadowsky preamp for versatile tone shaping
  • Sadowsky single-coil pickups for enhanced clarity and dynamics
  • Sleek body design for comfortable playability
  • High-quality hardware for reliable performance
  • Ideal for both studio and live settings
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Tyler Spicer

Sadowsky UV70 Metroline Jazz Bass | All You Need to Know | Tone Demo and Review

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Tyler Spicer

Tyler Spicer

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Owner Insights

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Features and functionality

  • The Sadowsky UV70 is noted for its lightweight build, weighing under 3.7 kg.

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  • The UV70 model offers a modern tone, especially when the preamp is engaged, providing a higher output and a sound distinct from traditional Jazz basses.

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  • Sadowsky's design includes smaller bodies for Jazz basses, a feature developed over years of refining Fender designs.

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Comparisons

  • The Sadowsky UV70 can achieve a "Marcus Miller tone" easily, making it favorable for those seeking a modern sound rather than a vintage jazz tone.

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  • The Sadowsky preamp is praised for its powerful, in-your-face sound, contrasting with the passive mode, which some users find less impressive.

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Critic Reviews

Rex and the Bass: Sadowsky Metro UV70-MB-ASH-4 Electric Bass Review

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The Sadowsky Metro UV70-MB-ASH-4 bass impresses with its superb craftsmanship and playability, offering a sound that rivals and surpasses many contemporary options. While it lacks the custom options of its NYC counterparts and may weigh slightly more, its design and electronics maintain the high standards expected from Sadowsky. With a price tag that reflects its premium build and sound, it remains a valuable alternative to more expensive models. If you're after a top-tier jazz bass without breaking the bank, this Metro series might just be the key.

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Better than any Fender; it sits perfectly in the mix with every playing style.

The Japanese-built Sadowsky Ultra-Vintage '70s Jazz Bass stands head and shoulders above the Fender Jazz. It's the smoothest Jazz I've played in terms of both sound and feel, and can get both old-school or a more modern sound, thanks to its super hi-fi preamp. Joe Osborn, Paul Jackson, Bootsy; it can do them all. It also excels for slapping and popping, with the center detent between the two pickups being about the most perfect Marcus Miller sound, and the neck pickup sounding great for a throaty old-school Larry Graham sound.

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Genre Usage

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