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New Ibanez SZ Line Offers Set-In Necks and Simplicity

January 20, 2003

The new Ibanez SZ guitar is a descendent of the super-slim Ibanez S, but it really is an all-new--and simpler--species.

For greater simplicity and sustain, the SZ features a fixed bridge (S guitars feature more complicated double locking trem bridges). For even more sustain and as well as upper fret access, the SZ features a set-in neck. In addition, the SZ features thru-body staggered stringing which provides a more consistent feel from string to string--and, of course, more sustain.

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"The SZ is one of several Ibanez forays into new territories for 2003," said Shogo Hayashi of the Ibanez Electric Guitar Division. "It's the perfect guitar for players who want plug-in-and-play simplicity, comfort, and the tone of a mahogany body with a set-in neck and humbuckers--all at a reasonable price."

Model SZ520QM

  • List: $599.99
  • Available Finishes: BBL (Bright Blue), GAB (Gold Amber Burst)
  • Body Material: Mahogany with Quilted Maple Top
  • Neck Material: 3 pc Mahogany (Set-in)
  • Neck Scale: 25.5
  • No. Frets/Type: 22/Medium
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Inlay: SZ Special on 12th Fret
  • Bridge: Gibraltar III
  • H/W Color: Nickel
  • Neck Pickup: IBZ SZ1 Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup: IBZ SZ2 Humbucker
  • Controls: Two volume, one tone, three way switch
  • Other Special Features: Thru-Body Staggered Stringing
  • Case: RG550LC
  • Case: List $129.99

For more information, visit their web site at www.ibanez.com.

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