The philosophy behind the AZES series of Ibanez guitars is to bring the tone, versatility, and playability of this celebrated lineup to a wider array of beginner and intermediate players.
However, AZ Essentials are also equipped with series-specific features such as a Mono-unit output jack, a 250mm fingerboard radius, and Comfort round bridge saddles, all designed to make the beginner’s learning process a streamlined, enjoyable, and fun experience.
Essentials / Accord S-S-H pickups
Essentials and Accord pickups provide a well-balanced tone as well as versatility so that guitar players can enjoy a range of styles of music with just one instrument.
25-inch scale (AZES) – Designed for Smaller Hands
AZES guitars feature a 25” scale length, which makes for an easier playing instrument for children and players of smaller stature. Additionally, the 25”, medium scale is also large enough that the player can continue to grow with the instrument as they mature as a guitarist.
250mm Fretboard Radius (AZES) – This Means Comfortable!
The 250mm fretboard radius is not too flat, not too round, and makes for an excellent choice for the first-time player. This radius is a great middle ground that allows for learning to play each note correctly, while still maintaining a high degree of comfort.
Mono-unit Output Jack
The mono-unit output jack is made of solid, durable material and is a single piece to avoid unwanted movement and loosening of the jack, which leads to contact failure or disconnection. This innovation allows for long-term playing enjoyment and minimal maintenance.
Key Features
- Jatoba Fretboard - Jatoba is a tonewood that has a reddish-brown colour and produces a rich mid-range with a crisp high end.
- Dyna-MIX9 Switching System with Alter Switch - The dyna-MIX 9 offers nine sound variations and can switch between humbucker and single coil modes with just a flick of the mini switch.
- Comfortable Fretboard – The fretboard has been designed to be not too flat, or too round, making it perfect for the beginner, due to how ergonomic it feels.
Specifications
Neck
- Neck Wood: Maple Neck
- Fretboard: Jatoba fretboard
- Fret Size: Medium frets
- Neck Joint: All Access Neck Joint
- Scale: 25 inch scale (AZES)
- Fretboard Radius: 250mm fretboard radius (AZES)
Body
- Body Wood: Poplar
Hardware
- Tremolo: T106 tremolo w/Comfort round Steel saddles
Electronics
- Pickups: Essentials / Accord S-S-H pickups
- Dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter Switch
- Mono-unit output jack