Bacchus WL4-ASH/RSM 4-string JB bass

Musical history is often written in the quiet secrecy of workshops. Since 1977 in Nagano, Japan, the DEVISER parent company has captured the hearts of bassists through exceptional lutherie. Born from the absolute passion of elite craftsmen who challenged American giants in their early days, DEVISER rose from the ashes after a fire in 1983 to launch the legendary BACCHUS brand in 1991. Today, this unique identity, shaped by time and tradition, comes to life in the Bacchus WL4-ASH/RSM electric bass.

Roasted Maple: the soul of a vintage instrument, modern stability

The secret to its incredible playing comfort and endless sustain lies in its Roasted Maple neck. Treated at high temperatures to volatilize the wood's natural water and oils, this premium process—usually reserved for high-end Custom Shop instruments—provides bulletproof stability against temperature changes. Acoustically, the benefit is instant: you get a rich, organic, and mature sound, featuring that warm vintage resonance typical of instruments that have spent decades on stage.

An Ash body with a strong character

For the body of this reinvented JB (Jazz Bass), Bacchus selected premium Ash. This noble tonewood delivers incredible dynamic range, with deep lows and sweet, crisp highs that cut perfectly through any mix. The transparent see-through finish enhances the unique, natural grain of each piece of wood, turning your instrument into both a visual and sonic masterpiece.

Innovation for your tone: the Turbo Switch

Directly inherited from the top-tier "Woodline Handmade" series, the Turbo Switch built into the tone knob (Push/Pull) radically expands your sonic palette. Pull the knob to engage it: the two single-coil pickups instantly switch from a parallel to a series configuration. The result? A massive, thick, and powerful tone similar to a humbucker pickup, ideal for driving an amp or fattening up a bassline.

Uncompromising hardware configuration

Every single detail has been engineered for demanding players. The Graphtec TUSQ XL nut ensures optimal vibration transfer to the wood and flawless tuning stability. The JB bridge features brass saddles for an extra touch of brightness and incredible sustain, while the Opengear machine heads provide pinpoint tuning accuracy.

Global standards, inspected in Japan

While offered at a highly competitive price point, this bass benefits from the strict standards of the Global Series. Each bass travels across the ocean to be meticulously inspected, tested, and set up at the historic Matsumoto technical center in Japan before shipping out to you.

By choosing JapanGuitar-Handmade.com, you trust a pioneer of Japanese handmade instruments. As the very first distributor to introduce BACCHUS to France and Europe back in 2014, we are proud to be the exclusive partner today for DEVISER’s elite brands: Momose, Headway, STR, and Seventy Seven. You are buying much more than a bass; you are joining a community of passionate musicians.

• Free shipping within France and the European Union (for other destinations, please contact us).

• Secure installment payments with no extra fees available to make your dream a reality with peace of mind.

• Full color palette: This model exists in a wide variety of other stunning colors to match your personal style.