{"product_id":"bacchus-wl524-h-j-freaks","title":"Bacchus WL524-H.J.FREAKS","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bacchus WL524-H.J.FREAKS (Japan Tune-up Series), available to pre-order. Built to order from Japan - contact us for current lead times, colour options and full specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-group c-row p-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-egb-c-grid c-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-egb-c-grid-unit c-grid__u c-grid__u_medium_1of2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p-spec__title\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eBody\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eNeck\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasted Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eFingerboard\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasted Maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eNut\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePPS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eBridge\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJB bridge w\/ brass saddle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eMachineheads\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpengear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eFret\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNickel Silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003ePickup\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal JB set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003ePreamp\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacchus BBP3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eControl\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVol\/Tone (Stack), Blancer, Treble, Middle, Kill Sw x 1, Active\/Passive Sw x 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eScale\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e864mm(34inch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eFingerboard Radius\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e400R\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eWidth at Nut\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e45.0mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-pore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eString\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD’addario XL-165-5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"wp-block-egb-dl c-dl\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"c-dl__dt\"\u003eAccessories\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"c-dl__dd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGig Bag, Allen Wrench, COA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-group\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-group is-style-medium\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVideos\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDemo Video\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe id=\"794851656\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-12=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MtmJMAGoZDU?feature=oembed\u0026amp;enablejsapi=1\u0026amp;origin=https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\" height=\"281\" width=\"500\" title=\"【シグネチャーモデル第2弾】WL524-H.J. FREAKS【試奏動画】\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAnalysis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe id=\"831719915\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-12=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MjSZaFHXbCE?feature=oembed\u0026amp;enablejsapi=1\u0026amp;origin=https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\" height=\"281\" width=\"500\" title=\"【本人解説】H.J Freaksシグネチャーモデル第2弾\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe id=\"578271685\" data-gtm-yt-inspected-12=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o4xkCnGplyo?feature=oembed\u0026amp;enablejsapi=1\u0026amp;origin=https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\" height=\"281\" width=\"500\" title=\"【本人解説】H.J.Freaksシグネチャーモデル【新色】\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eH.J. Freaks’ new signature model is here!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\"\u003e\u003cimg sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-ban-sp-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-ban-sp-1-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-ban-sp-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-ban-sp-1-232x155.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-ban-sp-1-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-ban-sp-1.jpg 900w\" class=\"wp-image-322340\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-ban-sp-1-800x533.jpg\" height=\"533\" width=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuperstar bassist ‘H.J. Freaks’ has been posting videos since the early days of YouTube and the Japanese platform Nico Nico Douga, and his eccentric performances and outstanding technical skills have had an unforgettable and powerful impact on the audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new Bacchus Japan Tune-Up series inherits the essence of the Bacchus\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/en\/feature\/h-j-freaks-page\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWL4HL-H.J.FREAKS and WL5HL-H.J.FREAKS\u003c\/a\u003e, the true and tested signature headless basses sold in 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBody shape inherited from the Headless Signature model\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-body-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-body-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-body-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-body-232x155.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-body-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-body.jpg 900w\" class=\"wp-image-322376\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/HJ-body-800x533.jpg\" height=\"533\" width=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body shape is based on the body of the headless signature model WL5HL-H.J.FREAKS, modified for the version with a head. Despite the traditional offset body shape, it is slim, easy to hold, and easy to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStrong control layout\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Controls-pinks-800x533.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controls have a strong lineup ready for any situation. The 3-band EQ allows for a wide range of sound-making, while the middle EQ adjusts the boost\/cut of the mid-low frequencies at 250 Hz to control the presence and mixing of the bass in the band sound. Practical features include a pre-amp on\/off switch for dealing with dead batteries and adjusting output during performance, a kill switch for daily use, such as breaks during rehearsals, and an output jack on the top of the body to reduce problems such as the cable being unplugged by accident. These are also specifications inherited from the headless signature basses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoasted maple neck\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-010-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-010-1-450x450.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-010-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-010-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-010-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-010-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-010-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" class=\"wp-image-322295\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-010-1-800x800.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe popular roasted maple neck, a new Bacchus classic, is also used on this model. The heat treatment applied to the maple wood not only makes it more rigid and resistant to warping, but also gives it a sharp sound with a good rise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlder body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-008-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-008-1-450x450.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-008-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-008-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-008-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-008-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-008-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" class=\"wp-image-319663\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/WL524-H.J.FREAKS-008-1-800x800.jpg\" height=\"800\" width=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is made of alder, which has long been the standard body material for electric basses and is loved by many players. The well-balanced sound range makes it easy to fit into ensembles and fits a variety of playing styles, regardless of the genre or scene. A blue matte finish gives the model a nice feel to the touch and the warm feeling of the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e■ About the JT Series\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-egb-c-grid c-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-egb-c-grid-unit c-grid__u c-grid__u_medium_1of2 c-grid__u_large_1of2\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-502131\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/DSC_6657.jpg\" height=\"600\" width=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-egb-c-grid-unit c-grid__u c-grid__u_medium_1of2 c-grid__u_large_1of2\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"wp-image-502126\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.deviser.co.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/DSC_9556.jpg\" height=\"600\" width=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most important feature is the final tuning process, carried out by our experienced Japanese craftsmen. At the specialized division within the Deviser Technical Center located meters away from the Aska Workshop, each instrument undergoes individual tuning tailored to its specific characteristics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-jetpack-block-initialized=\"true\" data-effect=\"slide\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the above work, string action adjustment and final finishing of the fingerboard, which directly affect playability, are also thoroughly performed as tune-up items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to fret rounding and nut filing, we meticulously perform string action adjustments and give the fingerboard a final adjustment, all tasks which directly impact playability as part of our tuning-up process. New guitars and basses often come with various playability issues, but the JT Series maintains this commitment to giving the player an instrument that is in top condition straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bacchus","offers":[{"title":"BLUS","offer_id":46315702845636,"sku":"WL524-H.J.FREAKS-1","price":28400.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"PINKS","offer_id":46315702878404,"sku":"WL524-H.J.FREAKS-2","price":28400.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/3968\/5961\/files\/WL524-H-J-FREAKS-TOP-2048x664.webp?v=1782553845","url":"https:\/\/foucheguitars.com\/products\/bacchus-wl524-h-j-freaks","provider":"Fouche Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}