The AZ series pushes the boundaries of guitar versatility, seamlessly bridging the gap between soulful blues expression and aggressive metal performance. This innovative line represents Ibanez’s commitment to adaptability, featuring instruments that excel across diverse musical styles from warm blues licks to intense shred–heavy riffs.
Built around player–focused design elements, the AZ series incorporates a smooth oval neck grip and well–balanced asymmetrical body shape that enhances comfort during extended playing sessions. The carefully engineered neck heel construction provides unrivalled playability, allowing musicians to access the upper frets with ease while maintaining the time–tested innovation that defines the Ibanez brand.
The Prestige line stands on three fundamental pillars: Precision, Performance, and Playability. This premium series combines cutting–edge manufacturing techniques with traditional Japanese craftsmanship, creating instruments that represent true innovation in guitar design and construction. Musicians from around the world contribute ideas and suggestions that form the cornerstone of the Prestige production process, ensuring each instrument meets the demanding standards of professional players.
- Neck: AZ7 Oval CS-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple
- Top/back/body: Alder
- Fretboard: S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple w/ Black dot inlay
- Frets: 24 Jumbo Stainless Steel w/ Prestige fret edge treatment
- Bridge: Gotoh® T1872S
- Neck pickup: Seymour Duncan® Hyperion™7 Humbucker
- Bridge pickup: Seymour Duncan® Hyperion™7 Humbucker
- Nut: Graph Tech® BLACK TUSQ XL®
- Hardware colour: Chrome
- Neck Scale: 648mm
- Fretboard Radius: 305mmR



