With the Ibanez Prestige AZ2407F-SDE Sodalite, Ibanez presents a particularly chic version of the popular AZ model that combines the design perfectly tailored to modern playing techniques with straight rock and metal sounds. While an intensely grained curly maple top on the ergonomically designed basswood body catches the eye, the oiled "AZ Oval C" roasted maple neck creates the best conditions for agile handling and the problem-free implementation of complex techniques. An HSH pickup setup with the popular DiMarzio Air Norton, True
The proven bolt-on construction of the Prestige AZ2407F pays special attention to the ideal combination of dignified looks and first-class playing and sound characteristics. While the 4 mm thick curly maple top catches everyone's attention, the ergonomic design of the linden body promises trouble-free handling of the guitar both while sitting and standing at the strap. The flowing Super All Access Neck Joint also promises unobstructed access to the highest registers of the bolt-on neck made of S-Tech
To transform the Prestige AZ2407F into a great-sounding all-around guitar for rock and metal, Ibanez relies on a classic HSH pickup setup with pickups from DiMarzio. In the bridge position, the powerful DiMarzio The Tone Zone humbucker elicits extremely fat and punchy distortion sounds from the guitar amp, which are surprisingly sensitive to the velocity, allowing for expressive riffing and solos. In neck position, on the other hand, the DiMarzio Air Norton delivers warm tones with a rich overtone spectrum for singing leads and rich cleans, while the DiMarzio True
Of course, Ibanez completes the Prestige AZ2407F-SDE Sodalite with the obligatory hardware components from Gotoh, which are optimally matched to the guitar and more than meet professional demands for reliability and function. On the body comes as a bridge an under-milled Gotoh T1502S 2-point tremolo, which responds smoothly to the tremolo lever and allows smooth pitch modulations up and down. Six precise adjustable string saddles also guarantee accurate intonation and ideal string position even when using powerful string sets for alternative tunings. On the headstock, an oil-impregnated bone nut and Gotoh MG-T