Description
The Ibanez AZ42P1 guitar delivers exceptional versatility, from warm blues tones to high-energy metal riffs. Crafted within the acclaimed Ibanez Premium line, this model features select tonewoods, premium Seymour Duncan® Hyperion™ pickups, and world-class craftsmanship that ensure rich sound, elegant aesthetics, and superior performance.
Designed with the signature AZ series traits such as a smooth oval neck grip, ergonomic asymmetrical body, and the innovative Super All Access neck joint, the AZ42P1 offers unrivalled playability and effortless access to higher frets. Whether you’re on stage or in the studio, this guitar is built to inspire creativity and deliver consistent, dynamic tones.
Main Features
- Oval C Roasted Maple Neck: Heat-treated for enhanced stability, durability, and resistance to moisture and temperature changes
- Rosewood Fretboard: Provides balanced, solid tones with a focused mid-range presence
- Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets: Corrosion-resistant frets ensure clear note definition and fast, smooth play
- American Basswood Body: Offers a natural, versatile tone with flat response suitable for various genres
- Seymour Duncan® Hyperion™ H-H Pickups: Moderate-output Alnico-5 pickups that maintain tonal clarity under distortion, ideal across multiple effects
- Gotoh® MG-T Locking Machine Heads: Deliver excellent tuning stability and quick string changes
- Gotoh® T1502 Tremolo Bridge: Features steel saddles and a die-cast zinc tremolo block for precise articulation and fast tremolo arm installation
- dyna-MIX10 Switching System with Alter Switch: Unlocks ten versatile tonal options, including Power Tap mode for authentic single-coil tones from humbuckers
- Luminescent Side Dots: Glow-in-the-dark position markers for clear visibility in low light
- Gig Bag Included: Protective Ibanez gig bag for safe transport and secure fit
Special Features
- Super All Access Neck Joint: Enables smooth, effortless reach to the highest frets
- Ergonomic Rear Body Contour: Includes deep waist, shallow back contour, and a large forearm carve for maximum comfort during extended play
Ibanez AZ42P1 Specifications
- Neck Type: Oval C Roasted Maple
- Body: American Basswood
- Fretboard: Rosewood with Mother of Pearl dots
- Frets: 24 Jumbo Stainless Steel
- Bridge: Gotoh® T1502 with 10.5mm string spacing
- Pickups: Seymour Duncan® Hyperion™ (Humbuckers, neck and bridge)
- Tuning: Standard (1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E)
- Strings: D’Addario® EXL110 (.010-.046 gauge)
- Nut: Graph Tech®
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
- Scale Length: 648mm / 25.5"
- Neck Width: 42mm at nut, 57mm at 24th fret
- Neck Thickness: 20.5mm (1st fret), 22.5mm (12th fret)
- Fingerboard Radius: 305mm
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What styles of music suit the Ibanez AZ42P1?
The AZ42P1 excels at a wide range of genres, from blues and classic rock to metal and modern fusion, thanks to its versatile pickups and tonal options.
➤ How does the dyna-MIX10 switching system enhance tonal variety?
This system offers ten distinct tone combinations by switching between humbucker and single-coil modes, including Power Tap mode, which delivers authentic single-coil sounds from humbuckers for dynamic versatility.
➤ What makes the Super All Access neck joint special?
It provides unobstructed access to higher frets, enabling smoother playability and effortless soloing, especially in the upper register.
➤ Is the Ibanez AZ42P1 suitable for touring musicians?
Yes, with its locking machine heads for tuning stability and a robust body design, plus the included gig bag, it is an excellent choice for gigging and touring players.
➤ How comfortable is the guitar for long playing sessions?
The ergonomic body contours, including a deep waist and forearm carve, ensure comfort whether sitting or standing, making extended play more enjoyable.
Delivery
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This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout).
Order this item before 2pm we will despatch it on the same day
Warranty Information
Ibanez Warranty Information: 1 year
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time. For full please visit the manufacturer's website here.
3 years warranty for VIP members
