Description
The Ibanez AZES40B-BK offers the renowned tone, adaptability and playability of the iconic AZ series, tailored specifically for beginners and developing players. Combining professional Ibanez craftsmanship with user-friendly features, this guitar delivers a comfortable, reliable and inspiring playing experience from the very first note.
Its versatile S-S-H pickup configuration, smooth maple neck, and innovative hardware make the AZES40B-BK the perfect instrument for mastering clean chords, blues, rock, and modern genres. Whether practising at home or progressing your skills, this guitar supports your musical journey every step of the way.
Main Features
- Comfortable 25-inch (635mm) scale length maple neck for ease of play
- Resonant poplar body offering balanced, full tone
- Smooth jatoba fretboard with 22 medium frets and white dot inlays
- Essentials single-coil pickups on neck and middle positions with Accord humbucker at the bridge
- dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter Switch providing nine distinctive pickup combinations
- T106 tremolo bridge featuring Comfort Round steel saddles for smooth playing and flexible setup
- Durable Mono-unit output jack ensuring secure, reliable connection
- All Access Neck Joint enhancing access to upper frets
- Split-shaft machine heads for quick and simple restringing
- 250mm fretboard radius, optimised for beginners and developing players
Crafted for Learning and Development
Designed with aspiring guitarists in mind, the AZES40B-BK’s 25-inch scale length ensures a comfortable grip ideal for smaller hands without compromising long-term playability. The 250mm fretboard radius strikes the perfect balance between ease and precision, supporting natural chord formation and fluid lead playing.
Multiple Tones for Every Style
Thanks to the combination of Essentials and Accord pickups and the dyna-MIX9 switching system, this guitar delivers nine unique tonal options. Whether you seek the warmth of humbuckers, the clarity of single coils or creative combinations, the AZES40B-BK adapts seamlessly across genres.
Designed for Comfort and Dependability
The T106 tremolo bridge’s Comfort Round steel saddles enhance playing feel, while the All Access Neck Joint promotes effortless movement along the fretboard. Practical components like the split-shaft tuners and robust Mono-unit output jack ensure easy maintenance and consistent performance.
Why Choose the Ibanez AZES40B-BK?
This electric guitar embodies exceptional comfort, versatile sound options, and durable quality, making it the perfect choice for beginners and developing musicians seeking a reliable companion on their musical journey.
Specifications
- Neck: 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, Accord (H) bridge — passive ceramic
- Factory tuning: E A D G B E (standard)
- Strings: D'Addario® EXL110, gauge .010 to .046
- Hardware finish: Chrome
Neck Dimensions
- Scale length: 635mm / 25 inches
- Nut width: 42mm
- Width at 22nd fret: 56.4mm
- Thickness at 1st fret: 20.5mm
- Thickness at 12th fret: 22.5mm
- Fretboard radius: 250mm
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What genres is the Ibanez AZES40B-BK best suited for?
This guitar’s S-S-H pickup configuration and dyna-MIX9 switching system offer a broad range of tones, making it suitable for blues, rock, clean chord work, and various modern music styles. It is ideal for players exploring multiple genres.
➤ Is the AZES40B-BK comfortable for beginners and smaller hands?
Yes, the 25-inch scale length and 250mm fretboard radius were designed with beginners and developing players in mind. These specifications provide a comfortable and natural playing experience, especially for those with smaller hands.
➤ How easy is it to maintain and restring this guitar?
The split-shaft machine heads simplify restringing, while the Mono-unit output jack ensures a secure connection and easy maintenance. The durable hardware is designed for reliable performance through years of playing.
➤ What types of pickups are installed in this model?
The guitar features Essentials single-coil pickups in the neck and middle positions and an Accord humbucker in the bridge, all passive ceramic, delivering a versatile range of tones.
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.
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