Bacchus Global WL4-STD/RSM BLK-S

Essential Information About the Bacchus Global WL4-STD/RSM BLK-S Bass

• Torrefied Maple Neck and Fingerboard: crisp attack, enhanced stability, and fast feel, ideal for precise playing.


• Versatile Electronics: Jazz Bass configuration with 2 volumes + 1 tone and Turbo Switch (push/pull) to expand the tonal palette.


• Sustain-Oriented Hardware: JB-style bridge with brass saddles for a firm and well-defined note.


• Ready to Play: comes with a gig bag and adjustment wrench, strung with D'Addario 45-105 strings.

The Global Series: The Bacchus WOODLINE Spirit in an Accessible Version

The WL4-STD/RSM belongs to Bacchus' WOODLINE family, with a clear approach: offering a bass with a sober look and consistent build quality while retaining technical choices appreciated in higher-end instruments. In this Global series (manufactured in Indonesia), Bacchus focuses on performance-oriented specifications such as torrefied maple and a circuit that offers more options than traditional wiring. The Black Satin finish reinforces this positioning: modern, discreet, and easy to integrate into any setup.

Who the WL4-STD/RSM Is For: A 4-String to Progress and Play in a Band

With its S-type shape, long scale, and ergonomics designed for efficiency, this bass is particularly suited for serious beginners as well as intermediate players looking for a reliable 4-string for rehearsals, home studio, and gigs. The nut width of 38 mm (Jazz Bass style) promotes agile playing: pick-style lines, walking bass, fingerstyle funk, and fast runs in pop/rock. It's also a great choice if you want a "Swiss Army knife" bass capable of covering rock, pop, funk, indie, R&B, and even more modern contexts thanks to the Turbo Switch.

Sound: The Classic "JB" Clarity with Extra Character via the Turbo Switch

The WL4-STD/RSM relies on a pair of Original JB Set pickups to deliver the classic tone: a precise, articulate sound with clear definition in the upper mids and a foundation that remains clear in the mix. The two volume controls allow fine blending of the neck pickup (warmth, foundation) and bridge pickup (attack, growl), while the tone control shifts from a modern snap to a softer register. The real advantage comes from the push/pull "Turbo Switch" on the tone: it opens up a wider range of sounds than standard wiring, useful for thickening the signal, gaining presence, or adapting the bass to different amps and styles without deep setting changes.

On the lutherie side, the torrefied maple neck contributes to a fast and stable response, with a playing feel often described as "dry" and direct, ideal for sharp attacks. The JB bridge with brass saddles promotes solid note sustain, convincing sustain, and reliable intonation, especially appreciated when switching between fingerstyle and pick playing.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain the original feel and balance, prefer 4-string long scale bass string sets with a gauge of 45-105 (equivalent to the factory setup).

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	4
Strings	Steel

Category	Bass	Scale Length	34" / 864 mm
Shape	S-Type	Nut	Graph Tech TUSQ XL
Body / Top	Nyatoh	Nut Width	1.50" / 38.0 mm
Finish / Color	Black Satin (BLK-S)	Bridge	JB Bridge with brass saddles
Varnish	Polyurethane or Polyester	Tuners	Open Gear Type
Orientation	Right-handed	Pickups	Original JB Set
Neck	Torrefied Maple	Controls	2 volumes, 1 tone (pull-up \= Turbo Switch)
Fingerboard	Torrefied Maple	Number of Strings	4
Number of Frets	21	Country of Origin	Indonesia
Fret Material	Nickel Silver	Included Accessories	Gig bag, adjustment wrench