Ibanez GWB25TH Gary Willis Signature 5-String Electric Bass Silver Wave Burst Flat

The Ibanez GWB25TH Gary Willis Signature 5-string electric bass guitar is the result of a long collaboration between the legendary bassist and the master builders at Ibanez. Designed to inspire, this premium bass combines high-end components with a comfortable, ergonomic form for the ultimate playing experience. The GWB25TH features a three-piece maple neck reinforced with KTS titanium rods for exceptional stability and sustain. Its ebony fretboard delivers articulate tone with a quick attack and lengthy sustain. The chambered ash body produces a balanced, resonant sound with pleasant brightness. Bartolini pickups and a 2-band EQ provide a wide tonal palette to shape your perfect bass tone.

Premium Parts for Premium Tone

Ibanez Premium basses are made with select, high-quality tonewoods and components from brands bassists trust. The GWB25TH is no exception, featuring a maple neck, ebony fretboard and ash body sourced from sustainable forests. Custom Bartolini pickups were designed in close collaboration with Gary Willis to capture the nuances of his playing style. The Bartolini NTBT 2-band EQ gives you independent control of the lows and highs so you can dial in the ideal balance of punch and brightness.

Rock-Solid Stability and Sustain

The three-piece maple neck is reinforced with Ibanez’s KTS titanium rods, which increase tuning stability and sustain. You’ll feel the difference in your hands as you glide up and down the smooth ebony fretboard. Ebony is a dense, rigid wood that produces tight lows, strong mids and a crisp high end with a quick attack and rich sustain.

Balanced Tone and Resonance

The chambered ash body provides the ideal combination of brightness and resonance. Ash has a warm, balanced tone with emphasized mids and a punchy low end. Chambering the body makes the bass lighter and enhances vibrations for a dynamic, resonant quality. The blend of ash and air produces a full, articulate sound with a pleasant top end shimmer.

Ergonomic Design for All-Night Comfort

Gary Willis signature models are renowned for their ergonomic designs. The GWB25TH is contoured for playing comfort, with a slim profile, tapered edges and a cutaway for easy access to the upper frets. It also includes Willis’ custom finger ramp, which encourages a light touch and allows fast, consistent fingering. Overall, this bass is a dream to play for extended periods.