Ibanez AZES40 Solidbody Electric Guitar - Purist Blue

Designed in collaboration with Berklee College of Music professor and renowned YouTube instructor Tomo Fujita, the Ibanez AZES sets a new benchmark for entry‑level electric guitars. It delivers stage‑ready playability, versatile electronics, and exceptional value—making it an ideal choice for beginners and progressing players alike.

At the heart of the AZES is a lightweight poplar body paired with a maple neck for snappy response and sustain, along with a smooth jatoba fingerboard for comfortable, fast playability. These tonewoods help new players focus less on fighting the instrument and more on learning, practicing, and developing their sound.

The AZES also comes equipped with impressive electronics rarely seen at this price point. Its HSS configuration combines the sparkle of single‑coils with the power of a humbucker, giving players everything from clean chime to thick, driven tones. Ibanez’s dyna‑MIX9 switching system expands those options even further—offering nine distinct pickup combinations at the flip of a mini‑switch. Whether you’re exploring new tones or refining your own style, the AZES provides a wide sonic palette to grow with.

Versatile Electronics

While many beginner guitars stick to basic features, the AZES goes above and beyond. Two Essentials single‑coil pickups and a powerful Accord humbucker deliver classic tones across genres, all accessible through a traditional 5‑way switch. The onboard dyna‑MIX9 system adds even more tonal versatility, giving players instant access to unique series combinations and expanded voicings. For newcomers discovering their musical identity—or seasoned players wanting a flexible, affordable workhorse—the AZES offers a remarkable range of sounds in one instrument.