Ibanez / AZ Series AZ2204N-AWD (Antique White Blonde) Ibanez AZ-N [Made in Japan]

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★ The “AZ-N” was created with the concept of a “versatile clean tone”!

~AZ Series Introduction~
At Ibanez, we believe that a “good sound” from a guitar has no fixed definition—what truly matters is the “sound you seek.”
We also believe that individual parts and designs are not independent of one another; rather, it is through their mutual synergy that the sound character is defined, ultimately allowing us to achieve the desired tone.
To realize the “sound” demanded by today’s players, the AZ series is infused throughout with the guitar-making DNA Ibanez has accumulated over the years.
A fusion of modernity and experience—a new standard born of time and the era—that is the Ibanez AZ Series.

~Features~
AZ Oval C S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple 1-piece neck
The neck is crafted from maple that has undergone “S-TECH” treatment, a nitrogen-heating process.
S-TECH-treated wood is characterized by dimensional stability, resistance to warping, water resistance, and resilience to temperature changes; this technology is patented in Japan.

Rosewood Fretboard with Stainless Steel Frets
For the first time, AZ has adopted rosewood, which is characterized by a balanced sound and a warm tone.
It is the ideal material for the AZ-N, which was developed with a focus on clean tones suitable for a wide range of musical genres.

Compound Radius (228mm to 305mm) Fretboard
The compound radius fretboard was adopted to accommodate both tight chord forms in the low positions and lead playing on the high frets.

Luminlay Side Dot Inlay
We’ve adopted 3.0mm-diameter phosphorescent dot inlays that boast high visibility, helping you navigate rapidly changing performance environments caused by stage lighting and other factors.
You’ll never lose sight of the notes you want to play, even on a dark stage.

An Ergonomic Body Back Contour
This original body shape was designed with a contemporary aesthetic in mind.
The slim body contour and generous elbow contour create a sense of unity between the player and the guitar, significantly contributing to improved playability.
In addition, the deep waist of the body allows for easy handling when cradling the guitar or on stage, delivering excellent playability.
The radius of the corners differs between the front and back of the body, creating an ergonomic design that provides an immediate sense of fit the moment you pick up the guitar, whether sitting or standing.

Super All Access Neck Joint
The “Super All Access” neck joint achieves superior playability by featuring an 8mm step cut from the back of the body and a spherical finish at the neck joint.
The cutaway on the bass-string side is designed to be shallow, maximizing the contact area between the body and the neck. This design balances excellent sustain and resonance while maintaining high playability.

Seymour Duncan Fortuna Pickups with dyna-MIX 9 Switching System
Compared to the Hyperion—a pickup co-developed with Seymour Duncan exclusively for AZ—the Fortuna, developed specifically for the AZ-N, was designed to deliver a cleaner tone that is even more natural and versatile across a wide range of genres, while making it easier to express subtle playing nuances.
It is a medium-output pickup designed to work well with a variety of pedal effects that can be selected depending on the performance situation.
In combination with the Alter Switch, it features the dyna-MIX 9 switching system, which creates nine different sound variations, including a mode that connects the two single-coil pickups in series.

Non-recessed bridge cavity
Unlike previous AZ models, the top of the body is non-recessed.
Since the bridge plate makes direct contact with the guitar body, this design offers improved expressiveness in dynamic range, enhanced reproduction of playing nuances, and superior resonance.

5 tremolo springs with muting rubber
We’ve adopted a five-spring configuration to transmit string vibrations to the body even more effectively.
It is equipped with rubber spring mutes to suppress “resonance” in the springs.

Gotoh T1702B tremolo bridge
The AZ-N model is equipped with the T1702B tremolo bridge, which features brass saddles and an inertia block known for their warm, bright tone and excellent resonance.
The narrow-spacing design features a string spacing of 10.5 mm, designed to facilitate cross-string picking—a requirement for players who frequently use skipping or hybrid picking techniques.
It also features an arm socket compatible with the Ibanez Edge tremolo arm and the Ultra-Light Tremolo Arm (carbon fiber / UTA20 / sold separately).
The tremolo arm can be snapped into place without having to screw it in, as with conventional arms.
The tremolo arm’s tension can be easily adjusted by turning the torque cap at the arm mounting point.
Furthermore, it comes standard with a stud lock mechanism that contributes significantly to tuning stability and resonance by securely locking the arm in place with a set screw embedded in the stud.

Bone Nut
An oil-impregnated cow bone nut is used.
This provides the smooth glide of the nut—which greatly contributes to tuning stability—while delivering resonance reminiscent of vintage guitars.

Gotoh Magnum Lock Machine Heads w/H.A.P.
We’ve adopted Gotoh’s Magnum Lock machine heads, which are renowned for their tuning stability.
Equipped with the H.A.P. (Height Adjustable Post) mechanism, the post height can be adjusted to ensure proper tension for each string.

◆ Instrument Specifications

・Serial Number: F2627030
・Weight: 3.58 kg

◆Product Specifications
Specs
Neck type: AZ Oval C / S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple neck
Top/Back/Body: Alder body
Fretboard: Rosewood fretboard / Mother-of-Pearl dot inlay
Frets: Jumbo Stainless Steel frets / Prestige fret edge treatment
Number of frets: 22
Bridge: Gotoh T1702B bridge
String spacing: 10.5mm
Neck pickup: Seymour Duncan Fortuna (S) neck pickup (Passive/Alnico)
Middle pickup: Seymour Duncan Fortuna (S) middle pickup (Passive/Alnico)
Bridge pickup: Seymour Duncan Fortuna (H) bridge pickup (Passive/Alnico)
Factory tuning: 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E
Strings: D'Addario EXL110
String gauge: .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046
Nut: Bone nut
Hardware color: Chrome

Neck Dimensions
Scale: 648 mm / 25.5"
Width at Nut: 42 mm
Width at 22F: 56.4 mm
Thickness at 1st fret: 20.5 mm
Thickness at 12th fret: 22.5 mm
Radius: 228mmR to 305mmR Compound