{"id":552638,"date":"2026-05-12T17:54:19","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T08:54:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/?p=552638"},"modified":"2026-05-12T18:07:05","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T09:07:05","slug":"wl4-jazz%e3%80%81wl5-jazz-ac%e3%80%90bacchus-japan-tune-up-series%e3%80%91","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/information\/552638","title":{"rendered":"Introducing a New Bass with a Spruce Top and Semi-Hollow Body [Deviser Special Showcase 2026]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WL-JAZZ-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-588737\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u201cDeviser Special Showcase 2026\u201d will be held on Friday, May 22. With just about 10 days left until this event, where limited-edition models and new releases will be showcased all at once, the countdown is on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this preview article, we\u2019ll be featuring the \u201cWL-JAZZ,\u201d a model with an acoustic vibe. This new model, which boasts a simple yet elegant design, is joining the Bacchus Japan Tune-up Series lineup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>About the Bacchus Japan Tune-up Series<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u201cWL-JAZZ\u201d model featured in this article is part of the Bacchus Japan Tune-up Series\u2014commonly known as the \u201cJT Series.\u201d Designed with the goal of allowing players to start using them right away, each instrument is meticulously adjusted and set up, one by one, by a dedicated division in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/tc-ban1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"497207\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/tc-ban1.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/tc-ban1\" class=\"wp-image-497207\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Deviser Technical Center with Dedicated Departments<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/20260218-TC-007.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"551190\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/20260218-TC-007.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/20260218-tc-007\" class=\"wp-image-551190\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Each unit undergoes multiple inspection and tuning processes before being shipped.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons aligncenter\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/feature\/bacchus-japan-tune-up-series\">Bacchus JT Series Lineup<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Carrying on the spirit of the Handmade Series, Bacchus\u2019s premium line launched in 2001, we have continued to produce instruments from this series that deliver the highest level of performance to date.<br>Ahead of the major trade show, we\u2019d like to introduce the \u201cWL4-JAZZ\u201d and \u201cWL5-JAZZ-AC\u201d models from this lineup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>\u300cWL4-JAZZ\u300d\u3001\u300cWL5-JAZZ-AC\u300d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WL4-JAZZ-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-588735\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The two new models, the \u201cWL4-JAZZ\u201d and \u201cWL5-JAZZ-AC,\u201d live up to their \u201cJAZZ\u201d names with a design that evokes the spirit of a jazz guitar. While maintaining a sleek, refined appearance, they feature meticulous specifications that rival those of higher-end models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Solid spruce top with a semi-hollow construction<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-587868\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>First and foremost, the 5mm-thick solid spruce top deserves special mention. Spruce is a standard choice for many acoustic guitars, and this feature alone is enough to deliver a rich acoustic tone. The body is crafted from okoum\u00e9, a wood with characteristics similar to mahogany, which contributes to the instrument\u2019s warm sound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img4-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-587819\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The semi-hollow design featuring an F-hole incorporates a cavity within the body, resulting in a lighter instrument than standard basses and delivering a resonant, airy tone unique to semi-hollow designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Decor that adds a touch of sophistication to simplicity<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-tiled-gallery aligncenter is-style-rectangular\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__gallery\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__row\"><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:66.74641148325358%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img srcset=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img2-1.jpg?strip=info&#038;w=600&#038;ssl=1 600w,https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img2-1.jpg?strip=info&#038;w=800&#038;ssl=1 800w\" alt=\"\" data-height=\"800\" data-id=\"587815\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/information\/552637\/wl-jazz-img2-2\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img2-1.jpg\" data-width=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img2-1.jpg?ssl=1\" layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"tiled-gallery__col\" style=\"flex-basis:33.25358851674641%\"><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img srcset=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img8.jpg?strip=info&#038;w=600&#038;ssl=1 600w,https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img8.jpg?strip=info&#038;w=800&#038;ssl=1 800w\" alt=\"\" data-height=\"800\" data-id=\"587866\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/information\/552637\/wl-jazz-img8\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img8.jpg\" data-width=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img8.jpg?ssl=1\" layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/figure><figure class=\"tiled-gallery__item\"><img srcset=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img3-1.jpg?strip=info&#038;w=600&#038;ssl=1 600w,https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img3-1.jpg?strip=info&#038;w=800&#038;ssl=1 800w\" alt=\"\" data-height=\"800\" data-id=\"587817\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/information\/552637\/wl-jazz-img3-2\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img3-1.jpg\" data-width=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img3-1.jpg?ssl=1\" layout=\"responsive\"\/><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Gold accents with a rich luster are incorporated throughout the design, adding a touch of glamour and sophistication to the overall look. The rope-style tortoiseshell-pattern binding around the body\u2019s perimeter beautifully highlights its contours and gives the design a polished finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>An ebony fingerboard, as found on high-end models<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img6-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-587823\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ebony is a wood known for its deep, rich black appearance. It is prized for its quick attack and sharp tone, making it a premium material often used in high-end models. Combined with the spruce top, this configuration captures the essence of jazz guitar models that have captivated audiences for generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Natural tones that blend seamlessly into the space<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WL4-JAZZ-NA-img.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"587759\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WL4-JAZZ-NA-img.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/information\/552637\/wl4-jazz-na-img-2\" class=\"wp-image-587759\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">NA\uff08Natural\uff09<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img10.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"588472\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/wl-jazz-img10.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/information\/552637\/wl-jazz-img10\" class=\"wp-image-588472\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">ASB\uff08Amber Sunburst\uff09<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The two colors in the lineup, NA (Natural) and ASB (Amber Sunburst), both feature finishes that highlight the soft tones of the spruce top. Whether you\u2019re relaxing at home or performing on stage under the spotlight, the elegant appearance of these understated finishes blends seamlessly with any setting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>Preview at Sound Messe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Select models, including the \u201cWL-JAZZ\u201d, set to be unveiled at the major trade show, will make their debut at \u201cSound Messe in Osaka 2026,\u201d taking place in Osaka on May 16 and 17!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/feature\/soundmesse2026\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1875\" height=\"1250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/SoundMesse2026-banner-sp-1-New.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-588205\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Following the preview at Sound Messe, detailed specifications and pricing for each model will be made available to the public on the <strong>special \u201cDeviser Special Showase\u201d website, scheduled to go live on Friday, May 22, at 6:00 PM<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><strong>The countdown site is now live!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The special website for the \u201cDeviser Special Showcase 2026,\u201d launching at 6:00 PM on Friday, May 22, will feature over 200 limited-edition models and new products. Until the event begins, we are releasing teaser information about the products on the preview page below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/countdown.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-585175\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons aligncenter\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/feature\/2026-syodankai-yokoku\">Deviser Special Showcase 2026 Countdown Page<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The \u201cDeviser Special Showcase 2026\u201d will be held on Friday, May 22. With just about 10 days left until this event, where limited-edition models and new releases will be showcased all at once, the countdown is on. In this preview article, we\u2019ll be featuring the \u201cWL-JAZZ,\u201d a model with an acoustic vibe. This new model, which boasts a simple yet elegant design, is joining the Bacchus Japan Tune-up Series lineup. About the Bacchus Japan Tune-up Series The \u201cWL-JAZZ\u201d model featured in this article is part of the Bacchus Japan Tune-up Series\u2014commonly known as the \u201cJT Series.\u201d Designed with the goal of allowing players to start using them right away, each [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":588738,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"spay_email":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[848],"tags":[850],"tag-secondary":[1805],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WL-JAZZ-2.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/552638"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=552638"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/552638\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":590398,"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/552638\/revisions\/590398"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/588738"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=552638"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=552638"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=552638"},{"taxonomy":"tag-secondary","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tag-secondary?post=552638"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}