Ibanez USED HZK1 [HAZUKI Model]

◆Includes IKEBE REUSE certified used instrument warranty (valid for 12 months from the date of purchase)◆

A used guitar, the signature model of HAZUKI, the guitarist active in NEMOPHILA and KOIAI, has arrived!

There are two very small dents, about 1 mm in size, on the back of the neck, but otherwise it shows little signs of use and is in excellent condition.
There is no noticeable fret wear, and the electronics and truss rod are functioning perfectly.
The strap pins have been replaced with Jim Dunlop lock-type pins (missing on the strap side).

Includes original hard case, tremolo arm, and multi-tool. Weight: Approximately 3.77kg

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HAZUKI Signature 7 String Model!!

This is a truly practical instrument, reflecting the knowledge and attention to detail gained from years of using Ibanez guitars and various experiences!
We want many people to pick it up and use it to its fullest...that's the wish behind the HAZUKI (NEMOPHILA, KOIAI) signature 7-string model!!


◆Wizard-7 Shape 5pc Maple/Wenge Neck
The Wizard-7 shape, characterized by Ibanez's signature thin grip, offers a light and comfortable feel that minimizes stress, and has been consistently supported by many multi-string guitarists.
This neck is constructed from five pieces of maple and wenge wood (both thick materials), with ample consideration given to strength while aiming for a natural sound.

◆Rosewood fingerboard: Features a rosewood fingerboard that is characterized by its midrange characteristics and warm tone.

◆Luminlay Side Dot Position Lights: These phosphorescent dot position markers adapt to the rapidly changing performance environment, such as those caused by lighting.

◆Jumbo Stainless Steel frets w/ Prestige fret edge treatment
It features stainless steel frets, which offer excellent maintainability, a quick attack, clear note separation when playing chords, and a clear sound when playing single notes.
It features a jumbo size, which allows for light touch fingering and is excellent for playing fast passages and smooth bending.
Furthermore, by removing the sharp edges of the frets, the resistance against the fingers during fingering is reduced, resulting in a superior playing feel.
This specification was adopted due to the advantages mentioned above, and was a design choice made specifically for HAZUKI.

◆Spalted maple top & alder body: The body is made of alder wood, which is characterized by its well-balanced, bright tone and rich sustain.
The body top features spalted maple wood with a distinctive blackish-colored stripe pattern.
Inspired by turquoise, a power stone that HAZUKI himself loves, the piece expresses the essence of turquoise by using spalted maple wood and finishing it in a see-through blue color.
The spalted maple's striped pattern resembles a matrix (a turquoise pattern).
This is a color scheme that the person personally chose and loves.
Furthermore, the white binding around the perimeter accentuates the outline and adds a touch of style.

◆Fishman Fluence Pickups: Choose between the Modern Active High Output mode (Voice 1), which features a crisp, biting crunch and a pure, tight bass with a modern growl, and the Modern Passive Attack mode (Voice 2), which offers an organic yet high-output tone with excellent distortion character, the unique dynamics of the Fluence, and responsiveness. *Uses a 006P battery (9V).
For HAZUKI, who uses a high-gain amplifier, noise was a constant source of frustration.
To reduce noise, I've adopted the Fishman active pickups that I've been using for some time.
It matches the sound the user wants to produce, and compared to passive pickups, it has a slightly compressed feel and a clear sound that is preferred.

◆Lo-Pro Edge 7 tremolo bridge: Equipped with the Lo-Pro Edge 7, an original tremolo that perfects low-profile design.
By positioning the unit as low as possible and the fine tuner at the rear, the possibility of accidentally hitting it and throwing the tuning out of whack while playing is minimized.

◆Gotoh machine heads
GOTOH machine heads are highly regarded by guitarists worldwide for their smooth operation, reliability, and durability.

◆1 volume
The advantage of not having a tone circuit is that you can get a direct sound, and to prevent your right hand from accidentally touching the volume knob while playing, it is set in a position far from your right hand.
This is also a specification that HAZUKI himself insisted on.
*The volume knob can be pushed/pulled to switch between Mode 1 and Mode 2 for the Fishman Fluence pickup.

[HAZUKI (NEMOPHILA, KOIAI) Signature Model HZK1]
HAZUKI is a guitarist known for his heavy sound and technical phrasing, and is active in bands such as NEMOPHILA and KOIAI. His powerful yet delicate sound, skillfully produced from his 7-string guitar, and his dynamic live performances have attracted a lot of attention both domestically and internationally.
This HZK1 is HAZUKI's first signature guitar, and it's packed with his personal touches and attention to detail.
Based on the RG 7-string model that he personally uses, it features Fishman Fluence pickups and a Lo-Pro Edge tremolo bridge.
On the other hand, by deliberately adopting a single volume control to improve playability, this signature model incorporates practical ingenuity unique to her, given her numerous live performances both domestically and internationally.
Furthermore, the combination of spalted maple wood and a see-through blue finish creates a unique and elegant look reminiscent of the turquoise that the artist favors.
With the HZK1, we are sure to continue captivating many audiences in the future.

[Profile: HAZUKI]
Originally from Shimane Prefecture, she began learning piano at the age of four. Influenced by the metal music played during lunch breaks in junior high school, she joined the light music club in high school and immersed herself in playing the guitar.
After graduating from high school, he moved to Tokyo and in 2019 formed NEMOPHILA, a band that proclaims itself to be hellishly intense in sound but otherwise laid-back and fluffy.
Furthermore, in 2022, she formed KOIAI, centered around her close friend Li-sa-X.
While characterized by heavy sounds and technical phrasing, his playing style also possesses a melodic expressiveness that makes it seem as if he's singing, attracting a lot of attention both domestically and internationally.

Different
Neck Type Wizard-7 5pc Maple/Wenge neck
Body Spalted Maple top/ Alder body
Fretboard Bound Rosewood fretboard w/Off-set Mother of Pearl dot inlay & Luminlay side dots inlay
Fret Jumbo Stainless Steel frets w/ Prestige fret edge treatment
Machine heads Gotoh machine heads
Bridge Lo-Pro Edge 7 tremolo bridge
Neck Pickup Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic (H) neck pickup
Bridge Pickup Fishman Fluence Modern Humbucker Ceramic (H) bridge pickup
Controls, Pickup selector 1 Volume, 5-way lever switch
Other Switches Fishman Fluence Voicing switch on volume control (push/pull)
Hardware Color Cluster
String gauge .009/.011/.016/.024/.032/.042/.056 (D'Addario EXL120 + D'Addario NW056)

Neck Dimensions
Scale 648mm/25.5
Width at Nut: 48mm
Width at Last Fret: 68mm
Thickness at 1st 19mm
Thickness at 12th 21mm
Radius 430mmR