Ibanez Prestige AZ2203NATQ Solidbody Electric Guitar Antique Turquoise
Ibanez Prestige AZ2203NATQ Solidbody Electric Guitar – Discerning players searching for the perfect SSS solidbody electric guitar will find all they’re looking for — and more — in the Ibanez Prestige AZ2203N. Its Seymour Duncan Fortuna single-coil pickups tackle clean chords and bluesy licks with equal aplomb, while its blender knob adds the perfect amount of the designated pickup at each position. It looks great as well, boasting a balanced-sounding alder body accented by gleaming chrome hardware. Enjoy unprecedented comfort and stability, thanks to an ergonomic rear body contour, S-Tech roasted maple neck, and a slick-playing compound-radius rosewood fingerboard. Bend, twist, and dive-bomb with perfect intonation thanks to the AZ2203N’s Gotoh T1502S tremolo. Gotoh Magnum Lock tuners, an oil-impregnated bone nut, and Luminlay side dots put the perfect finishing touches on the AZ2203N.
Features:
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Oval C S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple neck
The 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.
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Rosewood fretboard
Rosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range.
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Jumbo Stainless Steel frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
Stainless 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.
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Alder body
The Alder body delivers a well-balanced bright tone, enriched resonance and sustain.
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Seymour Duncan® Fortuna S-S-S pickups
Seymour Duncan® Fortuna Pickups feature a moderate output and natural clean voicing which accurately reflect subtle playing nuances. From treble to bass, the overall tonal balance is evenly adjusted and works well with various effect pedals.
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Gotoh® Magnum Lock w/H.A.P. machine heads
GOTOH® 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.
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Gotoh® T1502S tremolo
The T1502S tremolo bridge features steel saddles and a steel tremolo block for a quick response and improved articulation. The 10.5mm string spacing allows for easy picking across strings and its snap-in construction makes it easy to load a tremolo arm.
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Luminlay side dots
The Luminlay side dot position marks make it easy for players to see fretboard position marks when performing on dark stages.
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Hardshell case included
Ibanez Hardshell case gives extreme protection for your beloved instrument.
SPECIAL FEATURES
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Non-recessed bridge cavity
While the AZ series features a recessed bridge cavity for fluid and dynamic tremolo action, this model has non-recessed bridge cavity. The direct contact between bridge plate and the guitar body provides better resonance and helps facilitate subtle nuances in playing dynamics.
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5 tremolo springs
Five tremolo springs allow string vibration to be more efficiently transferred to the guitar body.
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Compound Radius Fretboard (228mm to 305mm)
Offering the best of both worlds, the digitized compound radius fretboard is built to enhance both smooth chording and lead work in the upper register.
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Super All Access Neck Joint
The Super All Access Neck Joint increases playability and allows for easy access to the higher frets.
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Blender
With the simple turn of the blend knob, you can incorporate just the right amount of each pickup in a given position to achieve your desired sound.
