Rosewood fretboard

Rosewood provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range.

Compound Radius Fretboard (228mm to 305mm)

Offering the best of both worlds, the digitized compound radius fretboard of the AZ-N is built to enhance both smooth chording and lead work in the upper register

5 tremolo springs

Five tremolo springs allow string vibration to be more efficiently transferred to the guitar body.

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.

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.

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 T1702B tremolo bridge

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.

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.

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.

Gotoh Magnum Lock machine heads w/H.A.P.(Height Adjustable Post)

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.

Luminlay side dot inlays

The Luminlay side dot position marks make it easy for players to see fretboard position marks when performing on dark stages.

Super All Access Neck Joint

The Super All Access Neck Joint increases playability and allows for easy access to the higher frets.

Features

• Balanced-sounding alder body framed by an eye-catching tortoiseshell pickguard
• Ergonomic rear body contour is great for all-day sessions and marathon-length performances
• Seymour Duncan Fortuna pickups deliver warm blues licks, shred-heavy metal riffs, and everything in between
• Ibanez dyna-MIX9 switching system provides 9 different pickup combinations
• S-Tech roasted maple neck offers stability and durability
• AZ oval “C”-shaped neck fills your hand nicely down low while providing a more modern feel up high
• Compound-radius rosewood fingerboard affords lightning-fast playability
• 22 ultra-durable stainless-steel frets with Ibanez’s Prestige fret edge treatment
• Oil-impregnated bone nut exhibits maximum resonance and superior tuning stability
• Luminescent side dots give you a great point of reference on dark stages
• Gotoh T1702 tremolo provides excellent tuning stability
• Rock-solid Gotoh Magnum Lock machine heads with H.A.P. system

Specifications

• Number of Strings6
• Left-/Right-handedRight-handed

Body

• Body TypeSolidbody
• Body ShapePrestige AZ
• Body MaterialAlder
• Body FinishGloss Polyestser
• ColorIvy Green Metallic Flat

Neck

• Neck MaterialRoasted Maple
• Neck ShapeAZ Oval C
• Neck JointBolt-on
• Radius9″-12″ compound
• Fingerboard MaterialRosewood
• Fingerboard InlayMother-of-Pearl Dots
• Number of Frets22, Jumbo, Stainless Steel
• Scale Length25.5″
• Nut Width1.653″
• Nut MaterialBone

Hardware

• Bridge/TailpieceGotoh T1702 Tremolo
• TunersGotoh Magnum Locking

Electronics

• Neck PickupSeymour Duncan Fortuna Single-coil
• Middle PickupSeymour Duncan Fortuna Single-coil
• Bridge PickupSeymour Duncan Fortuna Humbucker
• Controls1 x master volume, 1 x master tone
• Switching2-way mini-switch (coil-tap), 5-way blade pickup switc

Miscellaneous

• Strings.010-.046
• Case/Gig BagHardshell Case
• Manufacturer Part Number:AZ2204NPBM