Ibanez AZES40B Black
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Essential Information About the Ibanez AZES40B Guitar
Essential Information About the Ibanez AZES40B Guitar
- Immediate versatility thanks to the S-S-H pickup configuration and the dyna-MIX9 system with Alter Switch for seamlessly switching between clear, crisp, or thicker tones in one move.
- Comfort designed for progress: maple neck with a satin feel, 10" / 250 mm fingerboard radius, and medium frets for a reassuring and precise grip.
- T106 Vibrato equipped with "Comfort round" steel saddles, more pleasant under the right hand and easy to adjust.
- 6-string electric guitar with a poplar body, tonal balance, and good sonic "thickness," ideal for covering multiple styles with a single instrument.
Manufacturer Information
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AZ Essentials: The Spirit of the AZ Series in an Accessible Version
With the AZES40B, Ibanez expands the very popular AZ family by offering the AZ Essentials (AZES) line, designed to make the AZ philosophy more affordable. It retains the DNA of the range: a modern, versatile, and easy-to-play guitar, enhanced with specific elements aimed at simplifying learning and handling, such as the Mono-unit jack, the 10" / 250 mm radius, and the comfort saddles on the bridge.
Who is the Ibanez AZES40B for?
This electric guitar is primarily aimed at beginners and intermediate players seeking a serious, stable, and evolving foundation. Its ergonomics and highly flexible electronics make it an excellent choice for working on fundamentals (chords, rhythms, bends, first improvisations) while exploring various genres: pop, rock, funk, blues, indie, and even heavier sounds thanks to the humbucker in the bridge position. The black Black finish and chrome hardware also give it a sleek and effective look, perfect for both stage and home use.
A Modern Sound Palette: S-S-H + dyna-MIX9 for 9 Variations
The AZES40B combines a poplar body and a maple neck: poplar provides a balanced and homogeneous output, while maple contributes a sharper attack and a bright character. The jatoba fingerboard enhances the midrange and maintains defined highs, helping to achieve clear, articulate clean tones and well-defined saturations.
Regarding pickups, the Essentials (single coils) at the neck and middle positions deliver precise clean sounds, ideal for rhythm and arpeggios. The bridge Accord (humbucker) pickup adds more density and output level for rock riffs and more sustained leads. The real highlight remains the dyna-MIX9 system with Alter Switch: it multiplies combinations, allows switching from humbucker modes to more "single coil" textures, and even offers a mode simulating a humbucker character by combining two singles. The result: a highly versatile guitar with quick and intuitive tonal color changes, perfect for exploring and finding your sound.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
This guitar comes strung with D'Addario EXL110 strings in 10-46 gauge. You can therefore stick to this standard (or an equivalent 10-46) to maintain the same balance of tension and feel under the fingers.
Technical specifications
| Category | ST | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Left handed | No | Scalloped | Double |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Black |
| Series | AZES | Nut width | 42 mm / 1.65" |
| Material | poplar | Width at fingerboard end | 56.4 mm |
| Finish | glossy polyurethane | Fingerboard | jatoba |
| Total length | 963 mm | Radius | 10" / 250 mm |
| Body length | 452 mm | Number of frets | 22 |
| Body width | 309 mm | Fret type | medium |
| Body thickness | 44 mm | Inlays | white dots |
| Number of strings | 6 | Bridge | T106 with "Comfort round" steel saddles |
| Neck type | AZES | String spacing | 10.5 mm |
| Joint | bolt-on neck | Nut | plastic |
| Thickness at 1st fret | 20.5 mm | Tuners | Ibanez tuners |
| Thickness at 12th fret | 22.5 mm | Hardware color | chrome |
| Scale length | 25" / 635 mm | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez AZES40B suitable for beginner electric guitar players?
This model is suitable for beginner and intermediate guitarists thanks to its AZES neck, 10" (250 mm) radius, and 22 medium frets. The 25" (635 mm) scale length and 42 mm nut width contribute to a comfortable playability ideal for chord work, bends, and initial improvisations.
What sounds are provided by the S-S-H pickups and the dyna-MIX9?
The configuration combines two Essentials single-coil pickups in the neck and middle positions with an Accord humbucker at the bridge. The dyna-MIX9 system with Alter Switch offers access to 9 variations, including single-coil type tones and pickup combinations.
What string gauge should be used on this guitar?
The guitar comes originally fitted with D’Addario EXL110 strings in 10-46 gauge; using a similar 10-46 gauge will maintain the intended tension balance.
Does the bridge allow for comfortable adjustments?
The T106 bridge is equipped with "Comfort round" steel saddles and features a string spacing of 10.5 mm. The rounded saddles are designed to enhance right-hand comfort when in contact with the bridge.
What woods and finish are used on the AZES40B Black?
The body is made of poplar, the bolt-on neck is maple, and the fingerboard is jatoba. The glossy black polyurethane finish is paired with chrome hardware.
