Armed with a panoply of high-performance features and eye-catching appointments, the Standard AZ24S2 represents an accessible entryway into Ibanez’s ever-versatile AZ range of instruments. This high-octane 6-string begins with a lively alder body and deep dual cutaways for effortless upper-register leads and solos. On the opposite end, the AZ24S2 wears a sleek and stable roasted maple neck and a jatoba fingerboard, capped with hard-wearing stainless-steel frets. Under the hood, you get two HH Ibanez Modern Custom pickups, a 5-way switch, and Ibanez’s dyna-MIX10 system with an alter switch. This comprehensive sonic setup tackles everything from modern metal to classic rock to retro blues without batting an eye. You also get a premium hardware setup of locking Ibanez tuning machines and a dynamic Ibanez T106 tremolo. In every regard, the Ibanez AZ24S2 from Music Experience is poised to please modern guitarists of all styles and backgrounds with its potent blend of tonal flexibility and signature Ibanez performance.
The AZ24S2 boasts a roasted maple neck, which increases its stability, durability, weather resistance, and tolerance to temperature changes. And it’s supremely comfortable — its fingerboard edge was finished with a smooth curve that extends through the border between the fingerboard and the neck to the fingerboard itself. Beyond that, this guitar’s AZ oval C-shaped neck fills your hand nicely at the lower frets while providing a more modern feel when playing up high.
When constructing the AZ24S2, Ibanez opted to arm this axe with two hard-hitting Modern Custom pickups. This dual-humbucker configuration delivers rock-ready heft and authority, with a traditional 5-way blade for switching between each pickup. Not only can you channel the sound of one of rock music's most beloved axes, but the AZ24S2 comes stock with Ibanez's dyna-MIX10 switching system onboard. With this high-powered switching system, up to 10 different sound variations are at your disposal with the flick of a mini switch, a fantastic option for budding guitarists looking to find their sound as well as seasoned performers seeking to expand their tonal palette.
From multi-set gigs to extensive studio sessions, the Ibanez AZ24S2’s top-class hardware complement has you covered with supreme stability. First up, the AZ24S2’s T106 tremolo unit is equally at home covering deep dives and subtle vibrato. At the same time, a set of Ibanez locking tuning machines keeps your strings pinned down tight to ensure superb tuning stability. Best of all, the Ibanez AZ24S2’s jatoba fingerboard comes studded with stainless steel frets, a truly top-of-the-line upgrade that dramatically reduces fret wear from heavy use.
Taking adaptability to new extremes, the AZ series has established itself and carved out a place that spans everything from the warmest blues licks, to the most intense, shred-heavy metal riffs. Carrying this ethos forward, the AZ line embodies time-tested Ibanez innovation and player-focused features like a smooth, oval neck grip, a well-balanced asymmetrical body shape, and the neck heel allowing for unrivaled playability.
Ibanez builds guitars for players of all levels—from beginners to the most demanding masters of the instrument. Regardless of price, Ibanez always strives to offer the absolute best sound, style, and playability in its class. The Standard series incorporates all the staples the Ibanez brand is famous for, such as fast necks, floating trems, and high-octane distortion in a package that is available and accessible to most players.
The Roasted Maple neck is heat-treated to increase stability, durability, moisture resistance and tolerance of temperature changes.
Jatoba has a reddish brown color and produces a rich mid range with a crisp high end.
Stainless steel frets boast excellent corrosion resistance. The wide and tall fret-type offers a quick response and effortless articulation when playing chords and clear tone when playing single notes.
Locking machine heads ensure accurate and stable tuning.
The Alder body delivers a well-balanced bright tone, enriched resonance and sustain.
Ibanez Modern Custom pickups feature a dual humbucker configuration with alnico V magnets. They offer powerful tone and a quick response, which pair especially well with overdrive and distortion.
The T106 tremolo bridge with 6 independent saddles makes precise height and intonation adjustment of each string easy.
The dyna-MIX 10 offers ten sound variations and can easily switch from humbucker and single coil modes with the mini switch. The power Tap mode provides a realistic single coil sound despite its two humbucker pickup layout.
The Super All Access Neck Joint increases playability and allows for easy access to the higher frets.
| Body Type | Solidbody |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | AZ Standard |
| Left-/Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Body Finish | Gloss Polyurethane |
| Color | Black |
| Neck Material | Roasted Maple |
| Neck Shape | AZ Oval C |
| Radius | 12" |
| Fingerboard Material | Jatoba |
| Fingerboard Inlay | Dots |
| Number of Frets | 24, Jumbo, Stainless Steel |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Nut Width | 1.653" |
| Nut Material | Graph Tech Bone |
| Bridge/Tailpiece | T106 Tremolo |
| Tuners | Ibanez Locking |
| Neck Pickup | Ibanez Modern Custom Humbucker |
| Bridge Pickup | Ibanez Modern Custom Humbucker |
| Controls | 1 x master volume, 1 x tone |
| Switching | 5-way blade pickup switch, 1 x Alter mini-switch (dyna-MIX10 switching system) |
| Strings | D'Addario EXL110 .010-.046 |
| Case Included | Sold Seperately |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AZ24S2BK 4549763373830 |
