Ibanez S970 Electric Guitar (with Gig Bag)

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The S970 features a mahogany body with a stunning walnut top, ZR2 bridge system, hand-rolled fret edges, and high-output alnico 5 magnet humbuckers.

What's special about this item?

Feature: What it does:
Mahogany body with Claro walnut top Rich sustain and thick tone
Custom CAP pickups Versatile and extended tone with a focused bite
Wizard neck Thin, flat, and fast neck
ZR2 tremolo bridge with ZPS3 Increased tuning stability; ball bearing design

For 25 years fans have appreciated the S-Series as a marvel of form and function, and now the S970 electric guitar gets what Ibanez has come to call "the premium treatment" -- high quality luthiery at a price that's within the budget of today's working player. Those with a need for speed will love the thin, fast 5-piece maple/walnut Wizard Premium neck which features hand-rolled frets -- the product of a skilled, hand-crimping process that produces noticeably smooth fret edges. The curvaceous 3-D body style is shaped from mahogany, and though it feels light and nimble, is capable of tone by the ton.

ZRII Tremolo

Zero Resistance technology, yet another Ibanez tremolo improvement, replaces standard knife-edge pivots with a ball-bearing-based pivot joint, which provides greater stability. The snap-in arm socket ensures proper arm placement and easy removal. Arm torque is easily adjusted by tightening or loosening the screw located in the arm holder.

The ZPS3 spring system represents the next phase of Zero Point evolution. The ZPS3 is made of lightweight and durable Duralumin, reducing overall weight as well as cavity size on the guitars' back. This unique system stabilizes the bridge and ensures tuning stability by consistently returning the tremolo to the center point (or zero point). In addition to the usual tremolo springs, the Zero Point System features two additional springs which insures the bridges return to the center point.

The Zero Point system adjustment can be read more quickly set by hand, there's no need for a hex wrench. The ZR tremolo uses a ball-bearing based system for precision and friction-free smooth action. Just unscrew the built-in intonation adjustment tool from the base and screw it into the bottom of each saddle for quick adjustments. The locking bolt is offset from the center of the saddle, which allows easy access to the bolt without loosening the strings.

Premium Highlights:

- The playable, comfortable Wizard neck on S Premium models is inspired by the specs of its Prestige counterpart.
- S970W features Mahogany body and hand selected Claro Walnut top perfect accentuation of its shapely three-dimensional arched body.
- The S Premium features the amazing ZR2 bridge and ZPS3 Spring System for radical trem effects and incredible tuning stability.
- Deep scoop cut on body back for easier access to higher position.
- Their luthiers insane attention to detail is evidenced by the Premiums hand-rolled fret edges. This slow, demanding process makes for a smooth, fast playing neck.
- The Collet knobs are designed for precise control with nonslip functionality, along with smooth looks.
- CAP pickups combine vintage warmth with remarkable clarity of tone. High output Alnico 5 magnet, OFC (oxygen free copper) coil which minimizes signal loss, and Belden wirings, exemplify the attention to detail it takes to deliver a rich sonic palette.

Features:

- Made at Ibanez Premium factory, built to Premium quality standards
- Premium grade select woods
- Hand-rolled premium fret edges for comfortable neck grip
- Ibanez original CAP pickups or EMG pickups
- Ultimate tuning stability with ZR-2 tremolo w/ZPS 3
- The collet knobs are designed for precise control with non slip functionality
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- Neck Material: 5pc Maple/ Walnut
- Neck Type: Wizard Premium
- Body: Mahogany body/ Claro Walnut top
- Frets: Jumbo frets
- Fingerboard: Bound Rosewood
- Inlay: Pearl off-set dot inlay
- Bridge: ZR2 bridge w/ZPS3
- Neck Pickup: CAP CL1
- Middle Pickup: CAP VM1S
- Bridge Pickup: CAP CL2
- Hardware Color: Chrome

Neck Dimensions:
- Scale/Length 648 mm / 25.5"
- a: Width at Nut 43 mm
- b: Width Last Fret 58 mm
- c: Thickness 1st Fret 18 mm
- d: Thickness 12th Fret 20 mm
- Radius 400 mm

Pickups:
Bridge Pickup:
- Name: CAP CL2
- Model No: CAP CL2
- Construction: Humbucking
- Magnet: Alnico
- Description: CAP-CL humbuckers combine vintage warmth with remarkable clarity of tone. Bright, high output Alnico 5 magnet, OFC (oxygen free copper) coil which drastically minimizes signal loss, and Belden wirings, exemplify the attention to detail it takes to deliver a musically rich sonic palette.

Middle Pickup:
- Name: CAP VM1S
- Model No: CAP VM1S
- Construction: Single Coil
- Magnet: Alnico
- Description: Embodies the classic single coil pickup: warm, clear-bodied on the bottom with shimmering top end. This pickup also boasts top quality components, Alnico 5 magnet, OFC coil, and Belden wirings.

Neck Pickup:
- Name: CAP CL1
- Model No: CAP CL1
- Construction: Humbucking
- Magnet: Alnico
- Description: CAP-CL humbuckers combine vintage warmth with remarkable clarity of tone. Bright, high output Alnico 5 magnet, OFC (oxygen free copper) coil which drastically minimizes signal loss, and Belden wirings, exemplify the attention to detail it takes to deliver a musically rich sonic palette.

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-669-8262
Web: https://www.ibanez.com/usa/support/

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