Discover the Ibanez AZES40 from the AZ Essentials range, designed to deliver the renowned tone, playability, and versatility of the AZ series at an accessible level. Ideal for beginners and intermediate guitarists, this model features thoughtful design elements that ensure a smooth learning curve combined with professional-quality sound.

Main Features

• Maple neck for enhanced stability and bright tonal clarity
• Jatoba fretboard offering warm mid-range tones and crisp high-end notes
• Medium frets delivering precise intonation and comfortable playability
• Poplar body providing a balanced tone with rich depth
• Essentials S-S-H pickup configuration supplying a wide tonal palette suitable for various music styles
• T106 tremolo with Comfort Round Steel saddles designed for easier setup, greater height adjustment, and improved playing comfort
• dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter Switch delivering nine unique tones, including quick transitions between humbucker and single-coil sounds and a mode that mimics humbuckers using single-coil combinations

Special Features

• 25" scale length tailored for younger players or those with smaller hands while supporting progression
• 250mm fretboard radius balancing flatness and curvature for smooth lead playing and comfortable chords
• Mono-unit output jack robust one-piece construction assuring long-lasting reliability with minimal upkeep
• All Access Neck Joint for effortless reach to higher frets, enhancing playability

Why Choose the Ibanez AZES40?

The AZES40 is an inspiring guitar that evolves with your skills. Its tonal versatility suits styles from clean rhythms and blues to heavier rock, making it a dependable instrument as you advance. Perfect for beginners seeking a quality instrument and intermediate players needing flexible tones, the AZES40 raises the bar in entry-level electric guitars.

Ibanez AZES40 Specifications

• Neck Type: AZES Maple neck
• Body: Poplar
• Fretboard: Jatoba with white dot inlays
• Frets: 22 medium frets
• Bridge: T106 tremolo with Comfort Round Steel saddles
• String Spacing: 10.5mm
• Pickups: Essentials (S) neck and middle pickups, Accord (H) bridge pickup (Passive/Ceramic)
• Factory Tuning: E A D G B E
• Strings: D'Addario® EXL110 (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)
• Hardware Colour: Chrome

Neck Dimensions

• Scale Length: 635mm / 25"
• Nut Width: 42mm
• Width at 22nd Fret: 56.4mm
• Neck Thickness (1st Fret): 20.5mm
• Neck Thickness (12th Fret): 22.5mm
• Fretboard Radius: 250mm

Frequently Asked Questions ➤ What makes the AZES40 suitable for beginners? The AZES40 offers a comfortable 25" scale length and a 250mm fretboard radius, making it easier to play for smaller hands. Its versatile pickups and user-friendly design support learning across many styles and skill levels. ➤ Can the AZES40 handle different musical genres? Yes, with its S-S-H pickup layout and dyna-MIX9 switching system, the AZES40 provides nine tonal variations, suitable for genres ranging from clean blues to heavier rock. ➤ How does the mono-unit output jack benefit the player? This durable one-piece design minimises wear and tear, ensuring reliable connectivity and reducing maintenance over time. ➤ Is the AZES40 comfortable for small hands? Absolutely. The 25" scale length and comfortable neck profile are designed with smaller hands in mind, allowing easier chord formation and note playing. ➤ What is the advantage of the All Access Neck Joint? The All Access Neck Joint provides smooth and easy access to the upper frets, enabling more fluid movement and advanced playing techniques.

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