Experience unmatched versatility with the Ibanez AZ26P1-BK from the Premium Series. Designed for musicians who demand exceptional tone and playability, this guitar delivers a dynamic soundscape that effortlessly spans from rich, soulful blues to powerful, high-speed metal shredding. Built on decades of Ibanez craftsmanship, the AZ26P1-BK combines ergonomic design with tonal precision to inspire every performance.

Crafted from select tonewoods and equipped with premium electronics and hardware, the AZ26P1-BK offers superior sound quality, outstanding comfort, and striking aesthetics. Whether on stage or in the studio, this instrument unlocks your creative potential with ease.

Main Features

• Oval C Roasted Maple Neck for superior stability and resistance against moisture and temperature variations
• Ebony Fretboard delivering tight lows, focused mids and crisp highs with excellent sustain
• American Basswood Body providing a balanced, natural tonal foundation
• Seymour Duncan® Hyperion™ Pickups with moderate output for clear, articulate tones that retain clarity under distortion and adapt well with effects pedals
• dyna-MIX 9 Switching System with Alter Switch offering nine tonal options, including innovative humbucker and single-coil configurations for versatile sound shaping
• Gotoh® T1502 Tremolo Bridge featuring steel saddles and a die-cast zinc block for responsive vibrato and easy arm installation
• Gotoh® MG-T Locking Machine Heads ensure reliable tuning stability and rapid string changes
• Super All Access Neck Joint allowing smooth, effortless access to higher frets
• Ergonomic Rear Body Contour designed for comfort during extended playing sessions, seated or standing
• Luminescent Side Dots glow in low light conditions for easy fretboard navigation

Ibanez AZ26P1-BK Specifications

• Colour: Black
• Neck: Oval C Roasted Maple
• Body: American Basswood
• Fretboard: Ebony with Mother of Pearl dot inlay
• Frets: 22 Jumbo Stainless Steel
• Scale length: 648mm / 25.5"
• Nut width: 42mm
• Neck width at 22nd fret: 56.4mm
• Neck thickness: 20.5mm at 1st fret, 22.5mm at 12th fret
• Radius: 305mm
• Bridge: Gotoh® T1502 Tremolo
• String spacing: 10.5mm
• Pickups: Seymour Duncan® Hyperion™ (S) neck and middle, (H) bridge – passive/Alnico
• Factory tuning: E A D G B e
• Strings: D'Addario® EXL110 (.010 - .046)
• Nut: Graph Tech®
• Hardware: Gold finish

Frequently Asked Questions ➤ What styles of music is the Ibanez AZ26P1-BK suitable for?
The AZ26P1-BK is highly versatile, ideal for styles ranging from blues and jazz to rock and metal thanks to its adaptable pickup system and tonal options.
➤ How does the dyna-MIX 9 switching system work?
This system offers nine distinct pickup configurations, including humbucker and single-coil tones, as well as a unique mode simulating humbucker sound using two single coils, enabling a wide range of sounds.
➤ Is the guitar comfortable for long playing sessions?
Yes, the ergonomic rear body contours and Super All Access neck joint are designed to enhance comfort and ease of play, especially during extended use.
➤ What makes the roasted maple neck special?
The heat treatment process improves the neck’s stability and durability, making it resistant to environmental changes like moisture and temperature fluctuations for reliable performance.
➤ Are the tuning machines reliable for fast string changes?
Absolutely. The Gotoh® MG-T locking machine heads offer superior tuning stability and allow for quick and easy string changes, perfect for gigging musicians.

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