【new】De Gier / Bebop 5 Classic Olimpic White Aged 4.010kg #459【GIB Yokohama】

De Gier is a Dutch brand founded in 1996 by Sander De Gier.

Originally, he mainly created unique and modern bass guitars, but now his products primarily emphasize Fender-style designs.

While the brand was already highly regarded, since the release of the BeBop, a JB-style model, its exceptional quality has kept him completely occupied with that project.

Currently, in addition to Fender styles, he also offers unique models incorporating Gibson styles.

GIB encountered De Gier at the Guitar Summit held in Germany in 2022.

At first sight, its presence instilled a sense of anticipation, and that feeling was confirmed the moment he strummed the strings.

He was so overwhelmed by the superb quality that negotiations began.

Initially, various reasons made it difficult to sell in Japan, but after persistent negotiations, we have now been able to begin sales.

Many other brands exhibited at the Guitar Summit, and I spoke with various builders.

De Gier was mentioned several times, and it seemed their capabilities were widely known.

Several builders even mentioned ordering custom basses from De Gier.

This shows just how highly regarded the brand is in Europe and America.

This model is their biggest hit, the Bebop.

It's the Classic model, a passive model that aims for a more vintage style.

This product also attracted attention at the Guitar Summit held in Germany in 2025.

While GIB has previously stocked 4-string JB and PB, and 5-string PB models, this 5-string JB type has finally arrived.

The incredible, powerful sound and compelling quality are a testament to the extensive research and development that went into creating this model.

As a Classic model, several aspects have been changed from the standard model to more traditional specifications.

The body is made of alder, the neck is maple, and the fingerboard is rosewood—a classic combination. One concern with passive 5-string basses is the potential for a lack of open tone and strong highs.

This model addresses this by increasing the proportion of maple, resulting in a clearer tone.

While standard Bebop basses feature carbon fiber reinforcement to compensate for neck warping, the Classic model lacks this.

This provides a traditional feel reminiscent of vintage Fenders.

Although this limits the ability to achieve extremely low action, it's a clear advantage for those who prefer different settings or are seeking a Fender-style 5-string bass.

Another distinctive feature is the thinner headstock compared to standard models.

In fact, measuring the headstock thickness of vintage Fenders reveals it's thinner than current models and modern brands.

This model uses the same thickness as pre-CBS vintage Fenders.

The meticulous attention to detail, even down to the smallest specifications, and the sincere dedication to researching the instrument, undoubtedly contribute to the compelling final sound.

The bridge is a classic spiral style.

The tuning machines are GOTOH RES-O-LITE, a lightweight yet relatively vintage-feeling choice.

The pickups are Lindy Fralin.

It's built with a simple passive circuit of volume and tone.

The potentiometers are CTS, and the electronics, including the wires, are finished with vintage-inspired parts.

The color is Olympic White.

The finish is nitrocellulose lacquer with a relic treatment.

The excellent atmosphere created by this coloring and relic treatment is one of De Gier's characteristics.

The quality is truly high.

The bass strings have an open nuance, while the treble strings don't become thin, retaining a delicious midrange.

Despite being a 5-string, it retains the gritty, trebly feel characteristic of a JB, and is full of fresh, vibrant intonation.

Rich in harmonics and supporting the ensemble with a strong fundamental tone, it's truly the ideal JB.

And the most impressive thing is that it achieves all those elements in a passive style.

This is something only a builder with truly high design and technical skills could accomplish.

This is exactly what we were looking for in a passive 5-string JB.

We promise you'll be impressed.

GIB's craftsmen will adjust it for easy playability before delivery.

Accessories: Gig bag, warranty card, spec sheet, hex wrench

Text: Tomoki Hayakawa

Inspection 담당: Ishikawa

Product photos: Tei

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