Taking adaptability to new extremes, the AZ series has established itself and carved out a place that spans everything from the warmest blues licks, to the most intense, shred-heavy metal riffs. Carrying this ethos forward, the AZ line embodies time-tested Ibanez innovation and player-focused features like a smooth, oval neck grip, a well-balanced asymmetrical body shape, and the neck heel allowing for unrivaled playability.
Product Features
Oval C S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple neck
The S-TECH special roasted treatment increases the wood's stability, durability, water resistance and tolerance of temperature changes. The neck is sealed with an oil finish which helps make it feel similar to a well-played guitar neck.
Rosewood fretboard
Rosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range.
Jumbo Stainless Steel frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
Stainless steel frets boast excellent corrosion resistance. The wide and tall fret-type offers a quick response, good articulation when playing chords and clear tone when playing single notes.
The Prestige Fret Edge Treatment guarantees effortlessly fast playing.
Alder body
The Alder body delivers a well-balanced bright tone, enriched resonance and sustain.
Seymour Duncan® Fortuna™ S-S-H pickups
Seymour Duncan® Fortuna™ Pickups feature a moderate output and natural clean voicing which accurately reflect subtle playing nuances. From treble to bass, the overall tonal balance is evenly adjusted and works well with various effect pedals.
Gotoh® Magnum Lock w/H.A.P. machine heads
GOTOH® MAGNUM LOCK® machine heads have an established reputation for tuning stability. Its H. A. P® (Height Adjustable Post). system allows for the adjustment of string posts for the appropriate tension of each string.
Gotoh® T1702B tremolo
The T1702B tremolo bridge provides quick response and improved articulation. The 10.5mm string spacing allows for easy picking across strings and its snap-in construction makes it easy to load a tremolo arm. The tremolo block and saddles are made of brass, facilitating better overall resonance.
dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter Switch
The dyna-MIX 9 offers nine sound variations and can switch between humbucker and single coil modes with just a flick of the mini switch. One mode even simulates a humbucking sound from the combination of two single coil pickups.
Luminlay side dots
The Luminlay side dot position marks make it easy for players to see fretboard position marks when performing on dark stages.
Hardshell case included
Ibanez Hardshell case gives extreme protection for your beloved instrument.
Special Features
Non-recessed bridge cavity
While the AZ series features a recessed bridge cavity for fluid and dynamic tremolo action, this model has non-recessed bridge cavity. The direct contact between bridge plate and the guitar body provides better resonance and helps facilitate subtle nuances in playing dynamics.
5 tremolo springs
Five tremolo springs allow string vibration to be more efficiently transferred to the guitar body.
Compound Radius Fretboard (228mm to 305mm)
Offering the best of both worlds, the digitized compound radius fretboard is built to enhance both smooth chording and lead work in the upper register.
Super All Access Neck Joint
The Super All Access Neck Joint increases playability and allows for easy access to the higher frets.
Ergonomic rear body contour
A shallow body back contour and a big forearm contour make the guitar body fit the player naturally, thus increasing playing comfort. The AZ body has a deep waist and different radii on each body edge curve, making it easier to play in both standing or sitting positions.
Guitar Weight: 3.3
Colour Code: DTB
Colour Filter: Dark Tide Blue
Origin: JAPAN
Brand Series: AZ
Strings: 6
Hardware Colour: Chrome
Neck Pickup: Seymour Duncan® Fortuna™ (S)
Middle Pickup: Seymour Duncan® Fortuna™ (S)
Bridge Pickup: Seymour Duncan® Fortuna™ (H)
Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone, 5-way lever switch
Scale mm: 648
Fretboard: Rosewood
Fretboard Edge Treatment: Prestige fret edge treatment
Inlay: Mother of Pearl dot
Body, Back and Sides: Alder
Finish: Gloss Polyester
String Gauges (Top to Bottom): .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046
Tuning (Top to Bottom): 1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E
Case Included: Hardshell case included
Other Items Included: Tremolo arm, Multi tool
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