Taking adaptability to new extremes, the AZ series has established itself and carved out a place that spans everything from the warmest blues licks to the most intense, shred-heavy metal riffs. Carrying this ethos forward, the AZ line embodies time-tested Ibanez innovation and player-focused features like a smooth, oval neck grip, a well-balanced asymmetrical body shape, and the neck heel allowing for unrivaled playability. The Ibanez Prestige line is based on three principles: Precision, Performance, and Playability. It combines high-tech manufacturing techniques with old-world Japanese craftsmanship to achieve true innovation in design and construction. The series incorporates ideas and suggestions from musicians around the world as the cornerstones of the Prestige production process.