Bacchus JT WL5-QM-AC RSM/M CHGS

Essential Information About the Bacchus JT WL5-QM-AC RSM/M CHGS Bass

• Versatile 5-string bass in TYPE S format, ideal for extending your low range while maintaining the ergonomics of a modern "JB-style" bass.


• Premium tonewoods focused on definition: quilted maple top, torrefied maple neck and fingerboard, for precise attack and excellent stability.


• Active electronics with bypass: 2-band EQ (Bass, Treble) + Preamp On/Off switch to switch from a sculpted sound to a more direct tone.


• Ready-to-play pack: gig bag and adjustment wrench included, D'Addario XL-165-5 strings installed, elegant Charcoal Gray Satin open-pore finish.

A Japan Tune-up Designed for Daily Performance

This Bacchus JT WL5-QM-AC RSM/M CHGS belongs to the Japan Tune-up series and positions itself as a bass with a refined look and complete equipment, designed to meet the demands of rehearsals, studio, and stage. The combination of a satined open-pore finish and a figured top highlights the "boutique" character of the instrument, while the 5-string architecture and active electronics offer real sonic flexibility. Made in Indonesia, it aims for an excellent balance between reliability, comfort, and tonal richness.

Who Is This 5-String For and Which Styles Does It Excel In?

With its long scale and flexible electronics, this bass is particularly aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists looking for a responsive and easy-to-adjust 5-string. The TYPE S format promotes immediate playability: perfect if you are moving from a 4-string to a 5-string without wanting to change your landmarks. It performs very well in funk, pop, rock, gospel, and contemporary music where a solid low end, clear mids, and controlled highs are required. The preamp switch also secures a live set: you can switch to passive mode for a more "plug-and-play" sound or when needed.

Sound Character: "JB" Precision, Tight Lows, and Effective EQ

The Original JB Set pickup set delivers the familiar grain of JB configurations: a clear, articulated, and dynamic sonic foundation, with a good level of detail on right-hand attacks. In the neck position, you get a rounder and more enveloping low end; at the bridge, the sound gains bite and definition, very useful for cutting through a dense mix or for pick playing. The Bacchus BBP2 preamp and its 2-band EQ (Bass, Treble) allow quick adjustment of low-end depth and brightness without altering the pickups' personality.

The luthiery strongly contributes to the sense of clarity: the torrefied maple (neck and fingerboard) provides a fast and consistent response, with a feeling of stability and a very pleasant "dry" touch for modern playing. The quilted maple top enhances mid-high precision and projection, while the JB Bridge with brass saddles promotes a firm low end and well-sustained sustain. Result: a 5-string that remains clear even on the low string and accepts both "hi-fi" settings and more organic sounds thanks to the Preamp On/Off.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain exactly the original feel and balance, you can plan for a D'Addario XL-165-5 string set (same reference as the factory setup). The gig bag and adjustment wrench are already included, giving you the essentials to transport and maintain the instrument upon receipt.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	5
Strings	Steel

Category	Electric bass	Nut material	PPS
Shape	TYPE S	Nut width	1.77" / 45.0 mm
Top	quilted maple	Bridge	JB Bridge with brass saddles
Finish	Charcoal Gray Satin	Tuners	OpenGear
Finish detail	open-pore	Number of strings	5
Country of origin	Indonesia	Strings (factory installed)	D'Addario XL-165-5
Orientation	right-handed	Pickup	Original JB Set
Weight	4 kg	Preamp	Bacchus BBP2
Neck	torrefied maple	Controls	1 Volume, 1 Tone, Treble, Bass
Fingerboard	torrefied maple	Switch	Preamp On/Off
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Contents / accessories	gig bag, adjustment wrench
Radius	15.75" / 400 mm (400R)	Top color	CHGS
Number of frets	21	Series / range	Japan Tune-up
Fret type	Nickel Silver