Ibanez AZ24S2-MLB

Ibanez AZ24S2-MLB review

The Ibanez AZ24S2-MLB is a metallic light blue electric guitar with a 24-fret neck, two humbucking pickups and a T106 tremolo. Its listed price is 462, with no currency specified in the product data. The model has been available since April 2026. On paper, its combination of a familiar two-pickup layout and expanded switching gives players several ways to shape the sound without adding controls beyond a volume knob, a tone knob and a five-way pickup switch.

Owner feedback is strongly positive about the finish, general build quality and sound. One buyer described the guitar as arriving securely packed and in excellent condition, apart from a nut that was not cut cleanly. Another praised the pickups and said the tremolo exceeded expectations. These are individual reports rather than a substitute for a hands-on inspection, but they point to the areas buyers are most likely to notice first.

Body, neck and finish

The body is listed as alder, and the neck is roasted maple attached with a bolt-on joint. The jatoba fingerboard has white dot inlays and 24 jumbo frets. Its AZ neck profile measures 21 mm at the first fret and 23 mm at the twelfth, while the fingerboard radius is 305 mm, or 12.01 inches. The scale is 648 mm, or 25.51 inches, and the nut measures 42 mm wide. The nut is plastic, a relevant detail given one buyer's comment about its cut.

There is a discrepancy in the supplied specifications: one entry says the guitar has no top, while another names a flamed maple top. That conflict should be checked with the seller before purchase if the top material matters to you. The listed finish is high-gloss Metallic Light Blue. One owner found the actual color somewhat lighter than it appeared in product photos, while still liking its appearance. The guitar's blue finish and chrome-plated hardware give it a more dressed-up look than the price alone might suggest.

Pickups and switching

The AZ24S2-MLB uses two Ibanez Modern Custom humbuckers. The controls consist of volume and tone knobs, a five-way pickup switch, and Ibanez's Dyna-Mix9 switching system with an Alter-Switch. The supplied information does not spell out every sound available at each switch position, so buyers should consult Ibanez's switching diagram rather than assume a specific set of coil combinations. The system does indicate a broader range of pickup configurations than a basic two-humbucker setup.

Owner comments describe the pickups as sounding very good, and one buyer considered the specifications and sound exceptional for the amount paid. Those impressions are encouraging, though tone remains dependent on the amplifier, effects and playing style. The humbucker layout is a practical starting point for players who want a fuller pickup design, while the switching system offers more options than the two pickups alone suggest.

Tremolo and hardware

The guitar is fitted with an Ibanez T106 tremolo and locking machine heads. One owner specifically reported that the bridge performed better than expected. That is useful first-hand feedback, but it does not establish how well the system returns to pitch under every setup or playing style. Players who use the tremolo frequently should check tuning stability after setup and confirm that the bridge suits their preferred technique.

The package does not include a bag or a case. Buyers who need protected storage or transport should budget for one separately. The listed sales unit is one guitar.

Verdict

The Ibanez AZ24S2-MLB looks like a capable option for a newer player seeking a feature-rich first electric guitar, an advancing player wanting an alternative instrument, or an experienced guitarist looking for a backup. Its 24 jumbo frets, roasted maple neck, two custom humbuckers, expanded switching and locking tuners make a substantial specification list at the stated price. Owner reports also point to appealing sound and strong overall workmanship, with one caveat about the nut's finish.

Before ordering, confirm the top material because the supplied details conflict, and check the nut and setup on arrival. A buyer cited paying 480 euros, which differs from the supplied price of 462; the listing's currency and current seller price should be verified. With those checks in mind, the AZ24S2-MLB offers a promising mix of playability features and tonal flexibility for its price bracket.