Taking adaptability to the extreme, 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.

There are three principles behind the Ibanez Prestige line: Precision, Performance, and Playability. Prestige combines high-tech manufacturing techniques with old-world Japanese craftsmanship, in order to achieve true innovation in design and construction. The series incorporates ideas and suggestions from musicians from around the world as the cornerstones of the Prestige production process.

- 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.

- S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple Fretboard:
The S-TECH special roasted treatment provides a superior attack, a well-balanced tone and a rich sustain. In order to achieve supreme neck grip comfort, the fretboard edge is finished with a smooth curve.

- Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets with Prestige Fret Edge Treatment:
Stainless steel frets boast excellent corrosion resistance. The wide and tall fret-type… read more 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.

- Flamed Maple (4mm) Top / Basswood Body:
The Flamed Maple top(4mm) flaunts a beautiful wood grain and the Basswood body delivers a natural and flat tone.

- DiMarzio Air Norton / True Velvet / The Tone Zone Pickups:
The DiMarzio Air Norton, True Velvet and Tone Zone pickups offer depth, warmth and rich dynamics when combined with the 5-way pickup switch.

- Gotoh MG-T Locking Machine Heads:
The Gotoh MG-T locking machine heads achieve incredible tuning stability, cutting down string-changing time.

- Gotoh T1502S Tremolo:
The T1502S tremolo bridge features steel saddles and a steel tremolo block for a 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.

- 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.

- Oil-Impregnated Bone Nut:
The Oil-impregnated bone nut provides superior tuning stability and warm rich resonance. Stainless steel frets boast excellent corrosion resistance.

- 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.

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