This 2025 limited-edition electric bass is designed for discerning bassists seeking an exceptional instrument suited to the stage, studio, or rehearsals. Its bolt-on roasted maple neck and tiger ebony fingerboard offer optimal playability and lasting comfort, while the swamp ash body with AAA koa top delivers a rich, balanced sound. Equipped with passive Sadowsky Soapbar electronics and precise controls, it provides a wide range of tones to suit every style. Its exclusive design and natural satin finish make it an ideal choice for professional musicians and collectors.
| Limited model | 135 pieces worldwide |
|---|---|
| Serial number | SAD-SML-J-006296-25 |
| Type | Electric bass |
| Number of strings | 4 strings |
| Neck | Bolt-on |
| Neck wood | Roasted maple (Roasted Maple) |
| Nut width | 39.2 mm |
| Nut type | Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III |
| Fingerboard | Tiger ebony |
| Fingerboard radius | 305 mm |
| Frets | 24 nickel silver frets |
| Scale length | 864 mm |
| Body | American swamp ash |
| Top | AAA koa |
| Finish | Natural Satin |
| Tuners | Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gear |
| Bridge | Sadowsky bridge |
| Strap buttons | Sadowsky S-style |
| Electronics | Passive Sadowsky Soapbar Pickup (x2) |
| Controls | Volume, Balance, Vintage Tone Control (P/P), Treble and Bass (Stacked) |
| Strings | Sadowsky Blue Label 045 - 130 |
| Accessories | Sadowsky Portabag gig bag |
| Manufacturing location | Germany |
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