Ibanez LB1-VL Violet Signature Lari Basilio

An AZ Signature Designed for Stage and Studio

Developed in collaboration with Lari Basilio, the Ibanez LB1 belongs to the AZ family, known for its contemporary ergonomics, meticulous finishes, and intelligent electronic solutions. This signature version pushes the modern "S-style" concept even further with a wood selection focused on attack and articulation, premium Gotoh hardware, and a strong visual identity with its violet finish, designed to feel at home both in the home studio and on tour.

For Whom and Which Styles?

The LB1 is aimed at intermediate to expert guitarists seeking a precise, responsive, and highly versatile electric guitar capable of switching from percussive cleans to saturated leads without losing definition. Its 25.5" / 648 mm scale length, compound radius, and stainless steel frets promote reliable intonation, clean bends, and controlled vibrato, suitable for funk, melodic rock, pop, fusion, and gospel/worship genres.

Sound Characteristics

Ash provides a sharp attack, tight lows, and excellent note separation, ideal for syncopated rhythms as well as rich chords. The torrefied S-TECH WOOD maple neck and fretboard enhance clarity, projection, and immediate response feel, while the Gotoh tremolo with brass block adds body and solid sustain. Regarding pickups, the S-S-H Seymour Duncan configuration offers a vintage, full-sounding neck single coil (Alnico 5/4 blend), a bright and very usable middle single coil in intermediate positions (Alnico 5/2 blend), and a bridge humbucker Alnico 5 focused on attack and clarity from clean to high gain. The dyna-MIX9 combines a 5-position selector and the Alter Switch to access 9 combinations, including series wiring for thicker textures and humbucking-like tones, perfect for covering a full set with one guitar.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

For transport, the Ibanez IGB724-BK gig bag is recommended. The instrument comes with a hard case included. To maintain the original feel and tension, use D'Addario EXL110 strings with a 10-46 gauge (factory setup).

Technical specifications

Category	TL	Nbr of strings	6
Left handed	No	Scalloped	Simple
Strings	Steel	Color	Purple

Wood	ash	Compound radius	9" to 12" / 228 to 305 mm
Bridge	Gotoh T1702B tremolo, brass block and saddles	Nut	bone
String spacing at bridge	10.5 mm / 0.41"	Tuners	Gotoh Magnum Lock with H.A.P. (height adjustable posts)
Hardware	gold	Configuration	S-S-H Seymour Duncan Lari Basilio (passive, Alnico magnets)
Type	AZ Oval C, S-TECH WOOD torrefied figured maple (1 piece), oil finish	Neck pickup	single coil, Alnico 5/4 blend, vintage voicing with body and presence
Fretboard	S-TECH WOOD torrefied maple, rounded edges, pearloid "dots" inlays, Luminlay side dots	Middle pickup	single coil, Alnico 5/2 blend, extended tonal options
Frets	22 jumbo stainless steel, "Prestige" edge treatment	Bridge pickup	Alnico 5 humbucker, balanced, attack and clarity from clean to high gain
Scale length	25.5" / 648 mm	Selector	5-position blade + mini Alter switch (dyna-MIX9 system, 9 combinations including series and simulated humbucking)
Nut width	1.65" / 42 mm	Controls	1 volume, 1 tone
Width at 22nd fret	2.22" / 56.4 mm	Factory tuning	standard E (E B G D A E)
Thickness at 1st fret	0.81" / 20.5 mm	Recommended gig bag	IGB724-BK
Thickness at 12th fret	0.89" / 22.5 mm