Ibanez AZ22S1F AZ Standard HSS, Trans Black Sunburst

Ibanez AZ22S1F AZ Standard HSS, Trans Black Sunburst Overview

The Ibanez AZ22S1F continues the tradition of the AZ series, delivering an exceptional balance of versatility, performance, and style. Designed to accommodate a range of musical genres, this guitar excels whether you’re crafting soulful blues or intense, shred-heavy riffs. The AZ series is renowned for its innovative features, including a comfortable oval neck profile, a sleek asymmetrical body design, and an ergonomic neck joint that ensures effortless playability.

Part of the Prestige line, the AZ22S1F is crafted in Japan, reflecting Ibanez’s commitment to precision and quality. The Prestige series embodies three key principles: Precision, Performance, and Playability. These guitars combine cutting-edge manufacturing techniques with masterful Japanese craftsmanship, producing instruments that are as functional as they are beautiful.

Featuring a roasted maple neck and fingerboard, the AZ22S1F ensures stability and enhances tonal clarity. The roasted treatment increases wood durability, making the guitar less susceptible to environmental changes. A combination of Seymour Duncan pickups delivers a balanced tonal palette, from warm, rich cleans to dynamic overdriven tones. A 5-way switch offers expansive tonal versatility, while Gotoh hardware ensures tuning stability and smooth tremolo operation.

The AZ22S1F includes a compound-radius fretboard, making it suitable for both chordal playing and fast solos. Stainless steel frets add durability and a smooth playing surface, and the luminous side dots aid visibility in low-light settings.