Ibanez AZ2204N Prestige Electric Guitar (Dark Tide Blue) inc Case

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.

The S-TECH special roasted treatment increases the wood's stability, durability, water resistance, and tolerance to temperature changes. The neck is sealed with an oil finish which helps make it feel similar to a well-played guitar neck. Stainless steel frets boast excellent corrosion resistance. The wide and tall fret type offers a quick response, good articulation when playing chords, and a clear tone when playing single notes. The Prestige Fret Edge Treatment guarantees effortlessly fast playing.

While the AZ series features a recessed bridge cavity for fluid and dynamic tremolo action, this model has a non-recessed bridge cavity. The direct contact between the bridge plate and the guitar body provides the better resonance and helps facilitate subtle nuances in playing dynamics. A 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.