Ibanez / Prestige AZ2402-ICM (Ice Blue Metallic) Ibanez Electric Guitar [Made in Japan]

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★The standard model for the next generation of guitarists!
The popular AZ2402 color is back in stock for the first time in a while!!

~AZ Series Introduction~
At Ibanez, we believe that there is no single “right” sound for a guitar—what 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 sound.
To realize the “sound” sought by today’s players, the AZ series is infused throughout with the guitar-making DNA that 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 Neck
The fingerboard and neck are crafted from S-TECH-treated maple.
The S-TECH process is a nitrogen-heating treatment for wood developed in Miyagi Prefecture, and this marks the first time it has been adopted for use in guitar construction worldwide.
S-TECH WOOD is characterized by dimensional stability, resistance to warping, water resistance, and resilience to temperature changes—features for which it has been granted a patent in Japan.
After numerous prototypes and tests, we concluded that a neck thickness of 20.5*22.5 (at 1F*12F) is optimal.
In addition, the finish features an oil finish that gives it the texture of a well-played guitar neck.

S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple Fretboard
Designed to prevent muffled tones even during wide-range bends and to minimize stress on the fingers and hands during chord playing, this 305mmR fretboard was developed through repeated trial and error, incorporating multiple design challenges—including the combination with the neck—into several prototypes.

Luminlay Side Dot Inlays
It features 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 track of the notes you want to play, even on a dark stage.

Super All Access Neck Joint
The “Super All Access” neck joint achieves exceptional playability by featuring an 8mm stepped 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, and by maximizing the contact area between the body and the neck, it achieves both excellent sustain and resonance while maintaining high playability.

An Ergonomic Body Back Contour
This original body shape is 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, greatly contributing to improved playability.
Additionally, the deep waist of the body improves handling when cradling the guitar or on stage, delivering exceptional 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.

Gotoh Magnum Lock Machine Heads with H.A.P. (Height Adjustable Post)
We’ve equipped this guitar with Gotoh Magnum Lock machine heads, 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.

Gotoh T1802 Tremolo Bridge
This bridge is a reimagined version of the GOTOH 510 bridge—widely regarded by many players and guitar brands as the definitive tremolo bridge—developed through a collaboration between Ibanez and GOTOH.
It features hard-machined titanium saddles and a machined steel inertia block that deliver both quick attack and a solid, fat tone, and is characterized by its resonant high-end.
The narrow-spacing design features a string spacing of 10.5 mm, designed to make it easier to pick across strings—a requirement for players who frequently use skipping and hybrid picking techniques.

dyna-MIX 10 switching system with Alter switch
With a single flick of the mini-switch, you can freely toggle between humbucker and single-coil modes, ensuring a wide range of sound variations.
This switching system is ideal for today’s guitarists, who often have to handle multiple roles with limited gear.

Alter Switch
HH Model… This switches to Power Tap mode, which delivers a realistic single-coil sound.
Featuring special wiring that taps one coil while preserving the low-end of the other, it delivers clear high frequencies and a thick, well-defined sound that cannot be achieved with a standard tap.

Seymour Duncan Hyperion Pickups
We acquired more than several dozen types of pickups and measured the frequency characteristics of every single one.
From among them, we identified the specifications and sound profile deemed optimal for AZ, and through a collaboration with Seymour Duncan—a company synonymous with pickup brands that boasts a long history while continuing to pursue new initiatives—we created these pickups exclusively for AZ.
We designed these pickups with a slightly reduced output to ensure that the clean character of the original sound remains even when distorted, prioritizing picking response and reproducibility.
From treble to bass, and from the 1st to the 6th string, we placed the utmost importance on overall balance and pursued excellent compatibility with effects.
All pickups feature Alnico-5 magnets.

◆ Product Information

・Serial Number: FD2671011
・Weight: 3.17 kg