Ibanez AZES31 Guitar in Vermillion B-Stock 2484
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- SKU
- AZES31VM-B2484
- Color
- Red
Description
Sound & Tone
Three ceramic Essentials single-coils give the AZES31 a bright, cutting voice with the snap and clarity expected of a single-coil setup, while the poplar body and maple neck keep the response balanced and thick underneath that top-end sparkle. The Dyna-MIX8 switching opens up eight pickup combinations, so you can move from glassy cleans and jangly rhythm parts to fatter mid-gain crunch and focused lead tones without changing instruments. The 25" scale with a flat 250mm radius and jatoba fretboard favors fluid bending and articulate single-note lines, making it a practical fit for pop, funk, blues, indie and rock players who switch styles often.
Ibanez AZES31 Guitar in Vermillion B-Stock 2484
The AZES31 delivers ergonomic comfort and modern playability with its All Access neck joint and streamlined body contours that minimize fatigue during long recording and practice sessions. This B-stock unit pairs genuine offset-body versatility with studio-friendly affordability, serving as a reliable tracking instrument across multiple genres and session contexts.
Recording Playability & Build Quality
The maple neck resists warping and contributes a bright tonal character to recordings, while the 250mm fingerboard radius and 22 medium frets enable smooth bends and chord articulation critical for clean takes and layered arrangements. The All Access neck joint significantly improves upper-fret access without compromising body comfort during extended sessions, and the 10.5mm string spacing at the F106 bridge with Comfort round steel saddles maintains consistent intonation punch and tuning stability across tracked parts.
Tone & Pickup Flexibility
Three Essentials single-coil pickups (ceramic, passive) paired with the Dyna-MIX8 switching system deliver eight distinct pickup combinations—substantially expanding tonal palette compared to traditional three-way switches, making the AZES31 a capable multi-purpose recording tool. The poplar body produces a well-balanced, thick tone suitable for clean jangles, crunchy mid-gain rhythms, and articulate lead tracking, while chrome hardware and a mono-unit output jack ensure reliable signal integrity and straightforward recording chain integration.
Key Features
- Poplar body with well-balanced, thick tonal character
- Maple neck for stability and bright tonal contribution
- Jatoba fretboard with reddish-brown color
- 22 medium frets, 25" scale length, 250mm fingerboard radius
- All Access neck joint for improved high-fret accessibility
- F106 bridge with Comfort round steel saddles
- Chrome hardware, 10.5mm string spacing
- Three Essentials single-coil pickups (neck, middle, bridge)
- Dyna-MIX8 switching system with eight pickup combinations
- Mono-unit output jack
- D'Addario EXL110 strings pre-installed (.010/.013/.017/.026/.036/.046)
The AZES31 combines nimble playability, flexible pickup switching for varied session textures, and solid construction at a price point that makes it accessible to project studios and home producers without sacrificing essential tone or ergonomics.
This specific B-Stock unit features minor cosmetic imperfections: finish cracks are present on the back of the body, top, and along the bottom edge of the guitar. These marks are purely superficial and have absolutely zero impact on the playability, tone, or structural integrity of the guitar. Acquire this premium Ibanez instrument at a significant B-Stock discount while enjoying the assurance of full manufacturer warranty coverage.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Stratocaster |
|---|---|
| Body Wood | Poplar |
| Scale Length | 25" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Jatoba |
| Fingerboard Radius | 250mm |
| Nut Width | 42mm |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Profile | AZES |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | SSS |
| Pickup Models | Essentials (neck), Essentials (middle), Essentials (bridge) |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Pop
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Blues
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Jazz
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock means the AZES31 is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections—in this case, finish cracks on the back of the body, top, and bottom edge. These marks are purely superficial and have zero impact on playability, tone, or structural integrity.
How does the Dyna-MIX8 switching system work?
The Dyna-MIX8 gives you eight distinct pickup combinations instead of the typical three-way switch, letting you blend neck, middle, and bridge pickups in multiple configurations for greater tonal range and recording flexibility.
Is the All Access neck joint really easier to play high frets on?
Yes—the All Access joint significantly improves upper-fret accessibility without sacrificing body comfort, making it easier to reach higher notes without fatigue during extended sessions.
What genres does this guitar handle best?
The AZES31 excels at rock, pop, indie, and blues; its well-balanced tone delivers clean jangles, crunchy mid-gain, and articulate leads across those styles, though it is not designed for metal or jazz.
What are the main specs I should know?
The AZES31 has a 25-inch scale length, 22 medium frets, 250mm fingerboard radius, maple neck, jatoba fretboard, poplar body, and comes strung with D'Addario EXL110s (.010–.046 gauge).
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
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