Ibanez AZ24047-BK Black Prestige
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The AZ Prestige Series: The High-End "Superstrat" Version
Within the Ibanez lineup, the AZ series stands out with a modern take on the superstrat guitar: refined ergonomics, smooth access to the upper frets (heel/bolt-on neck), and electronics designed to multiply tonal textures. This 7-string AZ2427 embodies this "all-terrain" spirit: fast playability, performance-oriented luthiery, and a wide sonic palette without excessive complexity.
Who This AZ2427 Is For: Metal, Fusion, Prog, Studio, and Stage
This guitar is mainly aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a precise 7-string comfortable with modern tunings, heavy riffs, and technical passages. The AZ7 oval C neck profile and relatively flat radius promote fast playing, controlled bends, and low action, while the HSS configuration maintains clear articulation in clean tones for pop, modern funk, fusion, or prog.
Sound Characteristics
The alder body provides a very "mix-friendly" balance: firm lows, present mids, and clear highs, ideal for maintaining definition on the 7th string. The Seymour Duncan Hyperion7 pickups in HSS offer precise attack and great dynamics: single coils at neck/center for articulate cleans and punchy rhythms, humbucker at bridge for dense saturations with bite. The passive electronics (1 volume, 1 tone, 5-way selector) are enhanced by the dynaMIX9 system with its Alter switch, designed to expand combinations (splits and wiring variations) and quickly switch between tonal registers. The Gotoh T1872S tremolo completes the setup with precise playability and stable return.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original feel and balance, choose a set of D'Addario EXL1107 strings (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046/.059 gauges). For transport, the hard case is included, and the manufacturer recommends the IGB724BK gig bag.
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Nbr of strings | 7 |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Black |
| Number of strings | 7 | Inlays | black dot |
| Body material (solid) | alder | Side dot inlays | Luminlay side dots |
| Body finish | glossy polyester | Bridge | Gotoh T1872S |
| Body length | 452 mm / 17.80" | String spacing | 10.5 mm / 0.41" |
| Body width | 309 mm / 12.17" | Nut | black Graph Tech TUSQ XL |
| Body thickness | 44 mm / 1.73" | Tuners | Gotoh MG-T locking tuners |
| Neck type | AZ7 oval C | Hardware color | chrome |
| Neck joint | bolt-on | Active or passive | passive |
| Neck joint position | - | Neck pickup | Seymour Duncan Hyperion7 (S) |
| Neck material | S-TECH WOOD roasted maple | Middle pickup | Seymour Duncan Hyperion7 (S) |
| Neck finish | oil | Bridge pickup | Seymour Duncan Hyperion7 (H) |
| Neck thickness (1st fret) | 20.5 mm / 0.81" | Controls and pickup selector | 1 volume, 1 tone, 5-position lever switch |
| Neck thickness (12th fret) | 22.5 mm / 0.89" | Additional switches | dynaMIX9 switching system with Alter switch |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | Total length | 1000 mm / 39.37" |
| Nut width | 47 mm / 1.85" | String gauges (low to high) | .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046/.059 |
| Heel width | 66 mm / 2.60" | Special strings | D'Addario EXL1107 |
| Number of frets | 24 | Tuning (low to high) | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E, 7B |
| Fingerboard | S-TECH WOOD roasted maple | Case or bag included | hard case included |
| Radius | 12.0" / 305 mm | Recommended gig bag | IGB724BK |
| Fret type | jumbo stainless steel | Other included items | tremolo arm, multifunction tool |
| Fret edge treatment | Prestige fret edge treatment | Net weight | 3.5 kg / 7.72 lb |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez AZ24047-BK suitable for 7-string metal?
This guitar features 7 strings and a standard tuning of 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E, 7B. The Seymour Duncan Hyperion7 humbucker in the bridge position delivers heavy saturation, while the alder body maintains clarity on the low string.
What is the neck profile and scale length?
The AZ7 neck has an oval C profile made of S-TECH WOOD roasted maple, measuring 20.5 mm at the 1st fret and 22.5 mm at the 12th fret. Its scale length is 648 mm (25.5 inches), with a 47 mm nut and a 305 mm radius defining its dimensions.
How does the dynaMIX9 system work?
The passive electronics combine a 5-position selector with the dynaMIX9 system and its Alter switch. These controls expand the combinations of the two Hyperion7 single coils and the Hyperion7 humbucker, featuring wiring variations and coil splits.
Does the Gotoh T1872S tremolo hold tuning well?
The Gotoh T1872S tremolo is paired with a black Graph Tech TUSQ XL nut and Gotoh MG-T locking tuners, components designed to provide stable tuning after using the tremolo arm.
What accessories come with this guitar?
A hard case, a tremolo arm, and a multi-tool are included. The installed strings are D’Addario EXL1107 gauges .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046/.059.
