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Loaded with two single coils and one humbuckers, the AZES40 has versatile and powerful tonal options on tap! Welcoming yet another expansion to the highly successful AZ series, Ibanez is proud to introduce the new AZES or AZ Essentials line. The philosophy behind this series is to bring the tone, versatility and, playability of this celebrated lineup to a wider array of beginner and intermediate players. However, AZ Essentials are also equipped with series-specific features such as a Mono-unit output jack, a 250mm fingerboard radius, and Comfort round bridge saddles, all designed to make the beginner’s learning process a streamlined, enjoyable and fun experience.
Maple neck
The Maple neck provides stability and bright tonal character.
Jatoba fretboard
Jatoba has a reddish brown color and produces a rich midrange with a crisp high end.
Medium frets
Medium sized frets enhance the accuracy of your notes.
Poplar body
Poplar used as body wood delivers a well-balanced tone with incredible thickness.
Essentials / Accord S-S-H pickups
Essentials and Accord pickups provide well-balanced tone and as well as versatility, so that guitar players can enjoy various styles of music with just one instrument.
Ibanez machineheads w/ Split-shaft
They feature die-cast housings and split-shaft. The die-cast housing offers protection from dusts and ease of tuning and the split-shaft makes it easy to change the strings.
T106 tremolo w/ Comfort round Steel saddles
This T106 bridge is equipped with newly developed comfort round Steel saddles. Its construction provides wider range of height adjustment and ease of setting up. Additionally, the screws are less likely to stick out, leading to less stress on your strumming hand and better playing comfort.
dyna-MIX9 switching system with Alter Switch
The dyna-MIX 9 offers nine sound variations and can switch between humbucker and single coil modes with just a flick of the mini switch. It even simulates a humbucking sound from the combination of two single coil pickups.
25 inch scale (AZES)
AZES guitars feature a 25” scale length, which makes for an easier playing instrument for children and players of smaller stature. Additionally, as the 25”, medium scale is also large enough that the player can continue to grow with the instrument as they mature as a guitarist.
250mm fretboard radius (AZES)
The 250mm fretboard radius is not too flat, not too round, and makes for an excellent choice for the first-time player. This radius is a great middle ground that allows for learning to play each note correctly, while still maintaining a high degree of comfort.
Mono-unit output jack
The mono-unit output jack is made of solid, durable material and is a single piece to avoid unwanted movement and loosening of the jack, which leads to contact failure or disconnection. This innovation allows for long term playing enjoyment and minimal maintenance.
All Access Neck Joint
All Access Neck Joint offers superior playability at the high frets.
Warranty: 1 Year on Electric Guitars & Basses; Limited Lifetime with 1 Year on Electronics & Tuners on Acoustic Guitars; 5 Years (1 Year on Speakers) on Amplifiers; 5 Years on Pedals
Ibanez AZ Essentials AZES40 Electric Guitar Specifications
Item #:
IBA AZES40 BLK
Manufacturer Part Number:
AZES40BK
UPC:
4549763289544
Product Specifications
Ibanez AZ Essentials AZES40 Electric Guitar Specifications
Switching: dyna-MIX8 switching system with Alter Switch
Scale Length: 25 inch scale (AZES)
Fretboard Radius: 250mm fretboard radius (AZES)
Output Jack: Mono-unit output jack
Neck Joint: All Access Neck Joint
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Wes J. 🇺🇸
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Very cool guitar. In my
Very cool guitar. In my opinion Fender has been
out-Fender'd on this one.
Published date
07/11/25
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Russell 🇺🇸
Very pleased
For this price, you won't get a better guitar. Stays in tune, sets up well, and has nice tones.
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09/27/24
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Gary H. 🇺🇸
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Great guitar... Price was 1/2 the price of similar guitars.
My guitar arrived on time and straight from the box was almost in perfect tune.No adjustment needed. Gotta love it...
Published date
03/28/24
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Rjs 🇺🇸
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Awesome budget guitar
Was pleasantly surprised with the build quality of this instrument. Great right out of the box! But then again it is an Ibanez!!
Published date
09/29/23
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Lg 🇺🇸
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Great Guitar
First the guitar sounds great out of the box. I haven’t adjusted the setup at all. I like it just where it is. Now I did polish the frets. They were rough. I spent maybe 30 to 45 minutes on them. Used 2000 grit sandpaper and a tiny bit of polishing compound. Worked great. For tuners I have locking t...
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