A look at the rare wood basses coming to this year’s event!【Deviser Special Showcase 2025】
Finally, the production of models to be exhibited for the Special Showcase event is in its final stages. In this article, we’ll focus on electric basses and compile a list of limited edition models to be exhibited by each brand. We will introduce the charms of one-of-a-kind products only available at the event, featuring a collection of popular Japanese woods and rare woods from around the world, with special attention paid to color, design, and specifications.
Bacchus
Although regular production of the flagship Handmade Series is currently on hiatus, we are preparing special models for this year’s Special Showcase event in response to the many requests we have received from users!
Sakura wood x semi-hollow body WOODLINE model
This iconic Bacchus WOODLINE electric bass model will again be exhibited with a Sakura wood variation, which will only be available at the Special Showcase event. The semi-hollow construction, which is not very common for an electric bass, is one of the main appeals of this model. Compared to a solid body, the semi-hollow construction emphasizes the richness of the sound, and the body itself is lighter, making it easier to handle and play. The sound hole of the hollow part is also made in the shape of cherry blossom petals, giving the bass a Japanese look that is quite unique.
The design follows that of the limited edition model released by Headway this spring. The design features a swallow, a bird that heralds the coming of spring, and is a tribute to the late master builder Yasuo Momose, one of the creators of Bacchus, who looked forward to seeing the swallows that came to visit his workshop every spring.
The coloring for this model is a grayish blue, inspired by the calm skies of spring, and it was specially formulated for this model. The entire bass is designed to be a single, cohesive work of art.
■Premium Collection model also in the works!
This year, WOODLINE will be producing the Premium Collection, which attracts great attention every year! A superb piece of rare “Jindai Flame Tamo” will be exhibited.
― What’s the Premium Collection?
This lineup is comprised of one-off models that are made from a variety of rare woods carefully selected from the Aska Workshop’s lumber reserve and that are then made according to the craftsman’s specifications to make the most out of those materials. Only at the Deviser Special Showcase & the One Day Guitar Show events will you be able to find these one-of-a-kind guitars made from the best materials and parts, transcending the boundaries between brands.
Momose
Momose, a leader in the popularity of Japanese wood will, of course, be exhibiting limited edition models. In addition to Sakura and Tochi (Japanese horse chestnut) wood models, and the popular EWC (Exotic Wood Custom) series of models will also make an appearance!
“Hyuga Sakura” made from Sakura wood from Miyazaki Prefecture
Last year marked the 10th anniversary of the start of production of Deviser’s Sakura Guitars, which have been made from cherry wood from all over Japan. The cherry wood used in this year’s Special Showcase is the first to come from Miyazaki Prefecture in Kyushu, a prefecture located at the southernmost end of Japan that’s known for its tropical landscapes and climate. The name “Hyuga Sakura” comes from the fact that a region in present-day Miyazaki Prefecture was once called “Hyuga” (meaning “Sunny place” in Japanese). The well-defined grain and soft color of the wood’s surface, which is unique to Sakura wood, conveys its beauty even when the wood is in its unpainted state.
The body is made of Mango wood, which fits the image of a tropical, islandic country. The nature of the wood is similar to mahogany, and its solid weight can be felt in the hand even in the pre-processing stages of production. In terms of appearance, it has a slightly greenish tinge compared to mahogany and other woods. It will be interesting to see how it will sound in combination with Sakura wood glued on top of it.
*Photographs are of guitars of shared design.
To create a design with a story to match the wood, we have packed a lot of small details in the fretboard inlay and other parts of the guitar. In Miyazaki Prefecture, a type of palm tree called “phoenix” is known as the prefectural tree. Its name comes from its large leaves, which resemble the wings of a phoenix, and we have incorporated this into the design. Please look forward to a new and refreshing image of a Sakuraguitar that evokes a tropical breeze!
A Representative of Japanese wood, “Tochi” (Japanese horse chestnut)
The Tochi model not only uses this beautifully grained wood for the body top, but also for the back. After alder and ash, Tochi is the wood with the most impressive punchy tone from the highs to the mid, is Tochi, which Deviser is very keen on. It is also a practical wood that sounds great in band ensembles and that cuts through the mix.
The color we went for is blue, one of the colors most compatible with the beautiful white grain of Tochi. It is not just plain blue, but it even has a grayish tinge that gives the appearance of a Japanese kimono.
EWC (Exotic Wood Custom)
The Exotic Wood Custom is a collection of one-off models that combine materials carefully selected by the Aska Workshop craftsmen, which stocks not only domestic wood but also rare woods from around the world. These are some of the most sought-after models at the Special Showcase event, combining wood combinations that cannot be found anywhere else, delicate coloring by craftsmen who know how to make the most out of the uniqueness of each wood material, and the player-oriented specifications that Momose always aims for.
In addition to the unique grain of Tochi, rare woods such as bubinga and walnut are also featured! We can’t wait to show you what the finished products look like!
The countdown site is now live!
The 2025 Deviser Special Showcase event will be held on Wednesday, May 21! A special website will open at 6:00 p.m. on that day to announce approximately 150 limited edition models and new products. During the period leading up to the event, a preview of each brand’s hottest products will be posted on the countdown site below, so don’t miss it!