Carefully inspected and professionally set up by our guitar workshop, this instrument is a showroom model, never used, in like-new condition.

Original cardbox and accessories included.

IBANEZ AZ22S2 BK Black

• Serial: 5N251100765
• Weight: 3,450 kg
• Electric guitar, AZ shape, Fender Stratocaster-style
• Alder body
• Bolt-on roasted maple neck
• Jatoba fingerboard
• White dot inlays
• Neck profile: AZ
• Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
• Neck thickness at 1st fret: 21 mm
• Neck thickness at 12th fret: 23 mm
• Scale length: 648 mm (25.5")
• 22 Jumbo frets
• Nut width: 42 mm
• Plastic nut
• 1 Ibanez Classic Custom humbucker (bridge)
• 2 Ibanez Classic Custom single-coils (middle & neck)
• 1 volume control, 1 tone control
• 5-way selector switch
• dyna-MIX9 system with Alter switch
• T106 tremolo
• Locking tuners
• Chrome hardware

In today’s saturated market of modern Stratocaster-style guitars, the same dilemma often appears: either visually appealing entry-level models with limited versatility, or more ambitious instruments whose prices quickly rise when you seek real playing comfort and quality electronics. Between these two worlds, few guitars manage to combine modernity, efficiency, and affordability without feeling like a compromise. This is precisely where the Ibanez AZ22S2 BK Black stands out — and it does so with impressive maturity.

From the very first minutes in hand, the instrument inspires confidence. The roasted maple neck is immediately appealing: stable, comfortable under the fingers, with a slightly satin feel that encourages long playing sessions. The AZ profile, now a reference at Ibanez, strikes a particularly successful balance here. It remains slim enough for technical passages, fast legato, or complex chords, while retaining enough substance to provide real control for bends and left-hand vibrato. The jatoba fingerboard delivers a clear, precise attack, and the overall build exudes seriousness. This is clearly a guitar designed to be played, not just admired.

The alder body provides a balanced tonal foundation — neither too bright nor too dark — making it an excellent platform for the onboard electronics. Plugged in, the HSS configuration reveals its full potential. The single-coil pickups deliver dynamic, well-defined clean tones, perfect for funky rhythms, pop arpeggios, or slightly crunchy crystalline textures. The intermediate positions maintain the expected snap and articulation without sounding cliché.

The bridge humbucker adds a more powerful dimension, ideal for modern rock, light hard rock, or fusion. It retains excellent clarity even with higher gain, without masking the nuances of your playing. Transitions between tonal registers feel natural, giving the AZ22S2 BK true sonic coherence. This is not a guitar limited to one style — it adapts, supports, and responds precisely to variations in attack and dynamics.

The T106 tremolo system and locking tuners further reinforce the impression of reliability. Tuning stability remains excellent, even with expressive tremolo use. The instrument feels solid and practical. The sculpted neck heel makes high-fret access genuinely comfortable, which is not always the case with more traditional designs. Here, Ibanez’s modern DNA shines through: ergonomics, efficiency, and fluidity.

What truly stands out, beyond its individual qualities, is the overall coherence of the instrument at this price point. The comfort of the roasted neck, the versatility of the HSS setup, locking tuners, stable tremolo, and refined ergonomics combine into a package rarely this complete in its range. Many competitors would require upgrades to reach this level of efficiency. Here, everything feels ready to go.

Ultimately, the Ibanez AZ22S2 establishes itself as a modern, complete, and inspiring guitar, capable of satisfying both demanding musicians and progressing players seeking a reliable, long-lasting instrument. It perfectly represents this new generation of affordable guitars that can confidently compete with far more expensive models. An undeniable success, and a particularly wise choice for those seeking versatility, comfort, and reliability without compromise.