Ibanez - AZES Standard Series AZES40B Electric Guitar, 3 Tone Sunburst

From the moment of its introduction in the early 1980s, the Ibanez AM Artcore Expressionist AMH90 Hollow-Body Electric Guitar has been a game-changer in the world of music. This stylish and elegant instrument, smaller in size than other semi-hollow bodies, delivers a warm, punchy tone and abundant sustain. Its sleek design and compact size make it an ideal choice for musicians accustomed to a solid body electric, ensuring they feel right at home with this popular Artcore model.For over a decade, Ibanez has been revolutionizing the hollow-body market with a diverse range of designs, from rockin' semi-hollow hybrids to traditional jazz-boxes. The Artcore Expressionist line, with its sophisticated Prussian Blue Metallic finish, has added a new chapter to the Artcore story. But what sets the Expressionist apart Jazz enthusiasts will appreciate the Ibanez original Super 58 pickups, favored by renowned artists like George Benson, Pat Metheny, and John Scofield for their Signature models. These pickups, also loved by funk guitarist Eric Krasno, offer warmth, balanced articulation, and excellent response, making them versatile for a variety of musical genres. The high-quality 3pc Nyatoh/Maple neck of the AMH90 provides a rich mid-low end and exceptional resonance. The Macassar Ebony fretboard, coupled with medium-sized frets, ensures tight lows and mid-range, strong attack in the highs, quick response, and rich sustain, enhancing the accuracy of your notes. The AMH90 is not just about sound; it's also about durability and comfort. The Gibraltar Performer bridge offers rich sustain and tuning stability, while the low-positioned saddles promise comfortable playability. The artistically-designed VT06 tailpiece further enhances tuning stability and sustain. Finally, the Tri-sound switch expands the versatility of your guitar by giving a humbucker pickup three different sounds. The AM Artcore Expressionist AMH90 Hollow-Body Electric Guitar is not just an instrument; it's a testament to Ibanez's commitment to quality and innovation in the music industry.

Taking adaptability to new extremes, the AZ series has established itself and carved out a place that spans everything from the warmest blues licks, to the most intense, shred-heavy metal riffs. Carrying this ethos forward, the AZ line embodies time-tested Ibanez innovation and player-focused features like a smooth, oval neck grip, a well-balanced asymmetrical body shape, and the neck heel allowing for unrivaled playability.PrestigeThere are three principles behind the Ibanez Prestige line: Precision, Performance, and Playability. Prestige combines high-tech manufacturing techniques with old-world Japanese craftsmanship, in order to achieve true innovation in design and construction. The series incorporates ideas and suggestions from musicians from around the world as the cornerstones of the Prestige production process.Oval C S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple neckThe S-TECH special roasted treatment increases the wood's stability, durability, water resistance and tolerance of temperature changes. The neck is sealed with an oil finish which helps make it feel similar to a well-played guitar neck. In order to achieve supreme neck grip comfort, the fretboard edge is finished with a smooth curve.S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple fretboardThe S-TECH special roasted treatment provides a superior attack, a well-balanced tone and a rich sustain.Jumbo Stainless Steel frets with Prestige fret edge treatmentStainless steel frets boast excellent corrosion resistance. The wide and tall fret-type offers a quick response, good articulation when playing chords and clear tone when playing single notes. The Prestige Fret Edge Treatment guarantees effortlessly fast playing.Ash bodyThe Ash body delivers a pleasant brightness and rich sustain.Seymour Duncan Hyperion S-S-H pickupsSeymour Duncan Hyperion Pickups feature a moderate output through Alnico-5 magnets to keep the clarity of the fundamental tone when using distortion and to deliver a clear pick attack. From treble to bass, the overall tonal balance is evenly adjusted and works well with various effect pedals.Gotoh Magnum Lock w/H.A.P. machine headsGOTOH MAGNUM LOCK machine heads have an established reputation for tuning stability. Its H. A. P (Height Adjustable Post). system allows for the adjustment of string posts for the appropriate tension of each string.Gotoh T1802 tremoloThe T1802 tremolo bridge features machined titanium saddles and a machined steel tremolo block for a quick response, thick lows and rich highs. The 10.5mm string spacing allows for easy picking across strings and its snap-in construction makes it easy to load a tremolo arm.dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter SwitchThe dyna-MIX 9 offers nine sound variations and can switch between humbucker and single coil modes with just a flick of the mini switch. One mode even simulates a humbucking sound from the combination of two single coil pickups.Luminlay side dotsThe Luminlay side dot position marks make it easy for players to see fretboard position marks when performing on dark stages.Hardshell case includedIbanez Hardshell case gives extreme protection for your beloved instrument.Oil-impregnated Bone nutThe Oil-impregnated bone nut provides superior tuning stability and warm rich resonance. Stainless steel frets boast excellent corrosion resistance.Super All Access Neck JointThe Super All Access Neck Joint increases playability and allows for easy access to the higher frets.Ergonomic rear body contourA shallow body back contour and a big forearm contour make the guitar body fit the player naturally, thus increasing playing comfort. The AZ body has a deep waist and different radii on each body edge curve, making it easier to play in both standing or sitting positions.

Welcoming yet another expansion to the highly successful AZ series, Ibanez is proud to introduce the AZES or AZ Essentials line. The philosophy behind this series 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.Maple neckThe Maple neck provides stability and bright tonal character.Jatoba fretboardJatoba has a reddish brown color and produces a rich mid range with a crisp high end.Medium fretsMedium sized frets enhance the accuracy of your notes.Poplar bodyPoplar used as body wood delivers a well-balanced tone with incredible thickness.Ibanez machineheads with Split-shaftThey feature die-cast housings and split-shaft. The die-cast housing offers protection from dusts and ease of tuning and the split-shaft makes it easy to change the strings.25 inch scaleAZES guitars feature a 25" scale length, which makes for an easier playing instrument for children and players of smaller stature. Additionally, as 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 radiusThe 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 jackThe 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.All Access Neck JointAll Access Neck Joint offers superior playability at the high frets.Essentials / Accord S-S-H pickupsEssentials and Accord pickups provide well-balanced tone and as well as versatility, so that guitar players can enjoy various styles of music with just one instrument.T106 tremolo with Comfort round Steel saddlesThis T106 bridge is equipped with newly developed comfort round Steel saddles. Its construction provides wider range of height adjustment and ease of setting up. Additionally, the screws are less likely to stick out, leading to less stress on your strumming hand and better playing comfort.dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter SwitchThe dyna-MIX 9 offers nine sound variations and can switch between humbucker and single coil modes with just a flick of the mini switch. One mode even simulates a humbucking sound from the combination of two single coil pickups.Switching SystemWhen the alter switch is in neck position, two hum tap mode is on. When the alter switch is in bridge position, two hum tap mode is off. Two hum tap mode means the neck and middle pickups are wired in series and functioning as a humbucker. When two hum tap mode is off and the pickup selector switch is in neck position, neck pickup is selected. When the switch is in between neck and center position, neck and center pickups are selected.When the switch is in center position, center position is selected. When the switch is in between center and bridge position, center pickup and neck side of the bridge pickup are selected. When the switch is in bridge position, the bridge pickup is selected. When two hum tap mode is on and the pickup selector switch is in neck position, the neck and center pickups are selected and they are in series.When the switch is in between neck and center position the neck pickup and bridge side of the bridge pickup are selected. When the switch is in center position, neck, center, and bridge pickups are selected; the neck and center pickups are in series mode. When the switch is in between center and bridge position, the neck side of the bridge pickup is selected. When the switch is in bridge position, the bridge pickup is selected.ControlsWith the guitar held in the playing position, there is one knob and one switch along the lower edge of the body. Closest to the knee cutout is the five-way pickup selector switch. Closest to the end of the body is the tone knob. The volume knob is located right above the five-way pickup selector switch.