This limited-edition 2025 5-string bass offers an exceptional playing experience thanks to its roasted maple bolt-on neck and tiger ebony fingerboard. Designed for discerning bassists, it combines optimal comfort with a rich, precise tone, making it ideal for the studio, stage, or home studio. Its American swamp ash body with AAA koa top ensures excellent resonance and an elegant natural satin look. Perfect for musicians seeking a high-end instrument, this bass stands out with its passive Sadowsky Soapbar pickups and sophisticated controls for a versatile, dynamic sound.
| Model | 2025 Limited Edition |
|---|---|
| Number of strings | 5 strings |
| Neck type | Bolt-on neck |
| Neck wood | Roasted Maple |
| Nut width | 47.6 mm |
| Nut type | Sadowsky Just-A-Nut III |
| Fingerboard | Tiger ebony |
| Fingerboard radius | 305 mm |
| Fret type | Nickel silver |
| Number of frets | 24 |
| Scale length | 864 mm |
| Body wood | American swamp ash |
| Top | AAA Koa |
| Finish | Natural Satin |
| Tuner type | Sadowsky Light machine heads with open gear |
| Bridge type | Sadowsky bridge |
| Strap buttons | Sadowsky S-style |
| Electronics | Passive Sadowsky Soapbar Pickup |
| Controls | Volume / Balance / Vintage Tone Control (P/P) / Treble and Bass (Stacked) |
| Strings | Sadowsky Blue Label 045 - 130 |
| Accessories | Sadowsky Portabag gig bag |
| Place of manufacture | Germany |
| Serial number | SAD-SML-K-006391-25 |
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