The long-awaited new series of domestically produced Bacchus
The Unique Series

「Unique」
The word “unique” doesn’t just mean ‘rare’; it also carries the meaning of “one of a kind” and “unparalleled.”
This new Unique Series was born to embody the very essence of the word itself.

The main motif on the headstock features the Chinese zodiac. We hope players living in this era will deeply engrave and savor the days they spend with their guitar as cherished memories. That is the sentiment we have poured into this design.

The long-awaited new series of “Made in Japan Bacchus”. After establishing a new production system, it will finally launch in 2025.

「Unique」。「Unique」
The word “unique” doesn’t just mean ‘rare’; it also carries the meaning of “one of a kind” and “unparalleled.”
This new Unique Series was born to embody the very essence of the word itself.

The main motif on the headstock features the Chinese zodiac. We hope players living in this era will deeply engrave and savor the days they spend with their guitar as cherished memories. That is the sentiment we have poured into this design.

The long-awaited new series of “Made in Japan Bacchus”. After establishing a new production system, it will finally launch in 2025.

Model

After a long hiatus in production, the “Made in Japan DUKE” makes its long-awaited comeback under a new production system, debuting as the first model in the “Unique Series”.

Features

arch shape

Arch Shape

Retains the arch shape cultivated in previous DUKE models.
The arch is meticulously crafted, with a sharply defined curve and delicate carving along the outer edge that connects to the body binding. This creates a sense of depth and definition on the body top, the very face of the guitar.

Expressing a well-worn look

Patina Finish

Patina refers to the character and appearance that develops over time on furniture, leather goods, and other items through daily use, such as the gradual luster and fading that appear on their surfaces. The newly adopted “Patina Finish” on the new DUKE embodies a subdued luster reminiscent of years of aging, lending the guitar the dignified presence of a cherished companion. Due to the nature of this coating technique, the lacquer film applied to the color layer and top is thinner than a standard gloss finish. This allows the body wood to vibrate freely, maximizing the natural acoustic resonance of the wood itself.

Neck setup for optimal playability

Set Neck

The neck angle significantly impacts playability and sound in set-neck models. While maintaining the neck angle of previous DUKE models, similar to the arch shape, we’ve adopted a deep joint method. This method increases the bonding surface area between the body and neck, enhancing vibration transmission efficiency. This achieves a crisp attack born from moderate tension and a rich body resonance.

Selecting parts of proven quality

Parts

We carefully select and use only the most reliable components, centered around GOTOH® parts renowned for their consistent quality. Each instrument is meticulously assembled using proven, high-quality parts backed by a long track record, such as CTS potentiometers and Switchcraft jacks.

Fingerboard and neck designed for playability

Neck & Fingerboard

Neck& Fingerboard

The fingerboard radius employs a moderate R305, enabling a versatile setup suitable for any playing genre.
The neck grip features a U-shape that balances ease of grip with stability. Rather than a thin, flat grip, it incorporates a moderate thickness that allows for a firm yet comfortable hold. Combined with the fingerboard radius, this design ensures playability across all scenarios—from chord-based backing to single-note lead playing.

Pickup

The pickups feature the “Bacchus BSH-1” with Alnico 5 magnets. This pickup uses different enameled wire for the neck and bridge coils, tuned to deliver optimal sound in each pickup position.