Ibanez AZ2407F-SDE — AZ Prestige Series Electric Guitar with Case

The Ibanez AZ2407F-SDE introduces a fixed-bridge design to the Prestige lineage, combining precision build, modern ergonomics, and tonal versatility. Featuring the high-mass Gotoh T1702S hardtail bridge, S-TECH WOOD roasted maple neck and fretboard, chambered North American alder body, Seymour Duncan Hyperion S/S/H pickup configuration with coil-splitting, Gotoh MG-T locking tuners, and a stunning Spectral Deep Ember (SDE) satin finish, it ships complete with a custom-fitted deluxe molded hardshell case. This 2,000-word deep dive covers every aspect—from construction techniques and materials to electronics, hardware, ergonomic design, finish application, sustainability, maintenance, and the Prestige heritage—followed by a concise white-and-gray specification table.

1 | Fixed-Bridge Precision & Sustain

The AZ2407F-SDE’s fixed bridge, a Gotoh T1702S hardtail, enhances sustain and tuning stability by eliminating moving parts inherent to tremolo systems. Its high-mass steel block increases resonance transfer between strings and body, yielding a focused low end and prolonged decay. Precision-machined saddles allow individual string height and intonation adjustments, ensuring optimal setup. By streamlining the top-end hardware, Ibanez offers players a robust platform for both rhythmic fidelity and searing lead tones without mechanical complexity.

2 | Prestige Craftsmanship & Japanese Heritage

Manufactured at Ibanez’s renowned Fujigen factory in Japan, the AZ2407F-SDE adheres to the Prestige multi-stage quality process, merging CNC accuracy with hand-finishing by veteran luthiers. SL-Grade North American alder bodies and premium roasted maple neck blanks undergo precise routing, then are refined with manual fret leveling, fret end filing, and neck relief calibration. Hardware cavities receive conductive shielding paint, and final UV-cured finishes are measured for uniform thickness. Each guitar undergoes exhaustive play-through setups—action, intonation, and pickup height—to guarantee consistent playability and tonal character across every unit.

3 | Body Architecture — Chambered North American Alder

The AZ2407F-SDE’s body uses select North American alder, prized for balanced tonal warmth. Core chamber routs strategically remove 10% of non-structural wood, reducing weight and enhancing acoustic resonance. These chambers allow the body wood to vibrate more freely, producing organic unplugged warmth and richer harmonics when amplified. Ergonomic contours—chest bevel, forearm cut, belly carve—are sculpted for comfort during long playing sessions, positioning the guitar naturally across the body.

4 | Neck Construction — S-TECH WOOD Roasted Maple

Ibanez’s proprietary S-TECH WOOD process thermally treats the maple neck and fretboard to expel moisture and relieve internal stresses. The result is a dimensionally stable neck with increased hardness, enhanced sustain, and a satiny smooth feel that mimics a vintage, well-played instrument. The roasted maple develops a deep amber hue that matures over time. The comfortable Oval “C” profile measures 0.83" at the nut and 0.93" at the 12th fret, optimizing both chordal comfort and lead agility.

5 | Fretboard & Frets — Compound Radius & Stainless Steel

The roasted maple fretboard features a 10"–14" compound radius, flattening toward the body to facilitate wide bends and swift arpeggios. Ibanez fits 22 jumbo stainless steel frets for durability and bright tonal attack. Hand-filed and polished fret ends eliminate sharp edges, ensuring smooth transitions and reducing finger fatigue. Glow-in-the-dark Luminlay side-dot markers guide hand positioning under low-light conditions.

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