Bacchus JT WL5-QM-AC RSM/M BRS

The "Japan Tune-up" Series: The Bacchus Spirit, Focused on Performance

This Bacchus WL5-QM-AC RSM/M belongs to the Japan Tune-up series, designed to offer a ready-to-play bass with special attention to consistency and comfort. Made in Indonesia, it stands out through a precision-focused approach: an accessible instrument built with wood and component choices aimed at a "high-end" feel for everyday use. Within the range, it is an ideal 5-string for stepping up in terms of versatility, control, and stability.

Who Is This 5-String For, and Which Styles?

With its long scale and 45 mm nut width, this bass is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists seeking a comfortable 5-string capable of delivering clean lines in a band and sitting well in the mix. The JB-style pickup set and 2-band EQ easily cover pop, rock, funk, gospel, fusion, and even more modern genres where a firm and defined low end is desired. The 21 frets provide ample range for melodic lines without sacrificing ergonomics.

Sound Character: "JB" Precision, Walnut Warmth, and Roasted Maple Punch

The Original JB Set pickup duo delivers the expected signature: a clear attack, readable low-mids, and trebles that "snap" without becoming harsh. The walnut body generally provides a warm and dense foundation with present mids, while the quilted maple top adds definition and bite, useful for nuances both fingerstyle and with a pick. The roasted maple neck and fingerboard enhance the sense of quick response and clarity, with appreciated stability when alternating between rehearsals, stage, and studio.

On the control side, the Bacchus BBP2 preamp with its 2-band EQ (Bass / Treble) allows immediate sculpting of the low end to reinforce the low B, or opening up the highs for more modern attacks. The Preamp On/Off switch facilitates switching from a more punchy active sound to a more organic tone, while the combination of Volume, Tone, and EQ offers effective control without unnecessary complexity.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

This bass comes with D'Addario XL-165-5 strings, so you can keep the same reference for replacements to immediately regain the same tension and feel. A standard strap will also be suitable to secure playing while standing (the bass weighs about 4 kg).

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	5
Strings	Steel

Category	electric bass	Number of frets	21
Shape	TYPE S	Fret type	Nickel Silver
Orientation	right-handed	Nut material	PPS
Body wood	walnut	Nut width	45.0 mm / 1.77"
Top	quilted maple	Bridge	JB Bridge with brass saddle
Color / finish	Brown Satin (BRS)	Tuners	OpenGear
Finish	open-pore	Number of strings	5
Country of origin	Indonesia	Original strings	D'Addario XL-165-5
Weight	4 kg	Pickup	Original JB Set
Neck	roasted maple	Preamp	Bacchus BBP2
Fingerboard	roasted maple	Controls	1 Volume, 1 Tone, Treble, Bass
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Switch	Preamp On/Off Switch
Radius	15.75" / 400 mm (400R)