Ibanez AZES31-AOC Arctic Ocean Metallic Essential
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AZ Essentials: The Gateway to the AZ Philosophy
With the AZES (AZ Essentials) series, Ibanez captures the DNA of the AZ line that made its success, making it more accessible. The idea is clear: to offer the sound, versatility, and playability of the AZ universe to a wider audience, while incorporating practical choices designed for learning, such as a 10" / 250 mm radius and ergonomics focused on comfort.
Who Is It For, and What Styles?
The Ibanez AZES31-AOC is primarily aimed at beginner to intermediate guitarists who want a reliable, modern electric guitar that is easy to handle. Its single-coil configuration and extended switching system make it comfortable in pop, rock, funk, blues, and all styles where snappy tones, defined arpeggios, and clean rhythms are sought.
Tone
The poplar body offers a balanced output, with a clear attack and good note definition, perfect for working on right-hand/left-hand dynamics. The three Essentials (S) single-coil pickups deliver clear, dynamic sounds and precise crunches while maintaining great chord definition. The passive electronics with 1 Volume, 1 Tone, and a 5-position selector are complemented by the dyna-MIX8 with Alter Switch, which expands pickup combinations to quickly switch from bright and cutting tones to rounder textures-very useful for covering multiple songs without changing guitars.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
This guitar comes factory-equipped with D'Addario EXL110 strings (gauge .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046): you can keep this gauge to maintain the factory setup feel and balance. For transport, the Ibanez IGB540-BK gig bag and the Ibanez MR500C case are the recommended references for this model.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | SSS | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Category | ST | Electronics | Passive |
| Left handed | No | Electroacoustic | No |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Blue |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Scalloped | Double | ||
| Body Material | Poplar | Bridge | F106 |
| Finish | Glossy Polyurethane | Nut | Plastic |
| Total Length | 963 mm | String Spacing | 10.5 mm |
| Body Thickness | 44 mm | Tuners | Ibanez |
| Body Length | 452 mm | Hardware Color | Chrome |
| Body Width | 309 mm | Active or Passive | Passive |
| Neck Type | AZES | Neck Pickup | Essentials (S) |
| Heel | Bolt-on | Middle Pickup | Essentials (S) |
| Neck Material | Maple | Bridge Pickup | Essentials (S) |
| Neck Finish | Satin Polyurethane | Controls | 1 Volume, 1 Tone |
| Neck Thickness (1st fret) | 20.5 mm | Selector | 5-position selector |
| Neck Thickness (7th fret) | 22.5 mm | Switching System | dyna-MIX8 with Alter Switch |
| Scale Length | 25" / 635 mm | String Gauge | .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046 |
| Nut Width | 1.65" / 42 mm | Special Strings | D'Addario EXL110 |
| Number of Frets | 22 | Tuning (from high to low) | 1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E |
| Fingerboard | Jatoba | Recommended Gig Bag | IGB540-BK |
| Fingerboard Radius | 10" / 250 mm | Recommended Case | MR500C |
| Fret Type | Medium | Other Included Items | Hex wrench |
| Inlays | White dots | Special Feature | Super All Access body/neck joint |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez AZES31-AOC suitable for beginners on electric guitar?
This model is suitable for beginner to intermediate guitarists thanks to its AZES maple neck, 42 mm nut width, and 250 mm fingerboard radius. The 22 medium frets and Super All Access joint facilitate access to high notes.
What tones do the three single-coil pickups of the AZES31 produce?
The three Essentials (S) pickups deliver dynamic clear tones and defined crunch. This configuration is ideal for pop, rock, funk, or blues rhythms, as well as detailed arpeggios.
What is the purpose of the dyna-MIX8 with Alter Switch?
The dyna-MIX8 system combined with the Alter Switch expands the combinations available from the three single-coil pickups and the 5-position selector. It allows switching from bright sounds to warmer textures without changing the passive electronics.
What string gauge should be used on this Ibanez?
The guitar comes with D’Addario EXL110 strings in .010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046. Maintaining this gauge preserves the originally intended setup balance.
Which gig bag or case is compatible with the Ibanez AZES31-AOC?
The Ibanez IGB540-BK gig bag is recommended for transport. The Ibanez MR500C case is the suggested reference case for this model.
