Bacchus Global Tactics-ASH/RSM STN

A Global Series TACTICS: The Bacchus Spirit, Accessible and Well-Specified

The Bacchus Global TACTICS-ASH/RSM STN belongs to the Global series, a range designed to offer serious luthiery and technical choices usually reserved for higher-end instruments. Made in Indonesia, it emphasizes playing experience: an ash body crafted for comfort, and especially a roasted maple neck/fingerboard combo that delivers a higher-end feel from the very first minutes.

Its See-through Night finish highlights the wood grain while maintaining a sober and modern aesthetic. The approach is clear: a guitar with a timeless look, designed to withstand hours of playing, rehearsals, and stage use, with a sound response aiming for vintage without sacrificing practicality.

Who Is This TACTICS-ASH/RSM For, and Which Styles Does It Excel In?

Thanks to its stable neck and comfortable grip, this Bacchus is very suitable for demanding beginners who want to start on an inspiring instrument, as well as for intermediate guitarists seeking a reliable and expressive electric guitar to progress with. The P-90 + single-coil configuration is particularly interesting for those who like to play with right-hand dynamics, guitar volume, and attack nuances.

In terms of styles, the TACTICS-ASH/RSM feels at home in blues, rock, indie, pop, and anything requiring a lively and responsive tone. The P-90 pickup adds character and a nice presence in the midrange (ideal for thick riffs and singing leads), while the single-coil delivers snappier, airier sounds, very effective for rhythms and arpeggios.

A Nervous Sound Signature: Ash, Roasted Maple, and Expressive Pickup Duo

The ash body contributes to a generally precise response, with a clear attack and good clarity, especially appreciated when wanting to maintain definition on open chords or tight rhythms. The body contouring not only enhances comfort but also encourages a more relaxed playing position, which helps better control dynamics and intonation over time.

The roasted maple neck (as well as the roasted maple fingerboard) provides a drier and more direct feel under the fingers, with an impression of rigidity and stability that promotes consistency. This rigidity is often sought after for its responsive quality: the instrument reacts quickly, with a clear treble register, and a sustain sensation supported by the vintage fixed bridge.

The electronics remain intentionally simple and effective: 1 volume, 1 tone, and a 3-position selector. The P-90 pickup delivers a rich vintage grain, thicker than a classic single-coil, with a nice midrange bite that highlights ensemble playing. The single-coil adds clarity and sharpness for rhythms, brighter tones, and passages requiring fine articulation. Combining these two characters via the selector yields a guitar capable of covering a broad sonic range without getting lost in superfluous controls.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain the original feel and balance, opt for an electric string set with a 010-046 gauge, identical to the factory-installed set (D'Addario 010-046). This is the safest choice to keep consistent sensations (tension, bends, neck response) and stable tuning after replacement.

Technical specifications

Category	TL	Nbr of strings	6
Left handed	No	Scalloped	Simple
Strings	Steel

Type	electric guitar	Nut material	Graph Tech TUSQ XL
Shape	LP	Bridge	vintage fixed type
Wood	ash	Tuners	rotomatic type
Finish / color	See-through Night (STN)	Pickups	original P-90 + single-coil
Varnish	polyurethane or polyester	Controls	1 volume, 1 tone
Neck wood	roasted maple	Selector	3 positions
Fingerboard	roasted maple	Number of strings	6
Scale length	25.5" / 648 mm	Original strings	D'Addario 010-046
Radius	12" / 305 mm	Included accessories	gig bag, adjustment wrench
Number of frets	22	Country of origin	Indonesia
Fret material	nickel silver	Orientation	right-handed
Nut width	42.0 mm / 1.65"