Aoi

Aoi's first signature guitar from ESP, the A-I[arc] Aoi~en~, is showcased in a photo found via Google Images, highlighting its significance in his collection.

Aoi uses a Bogner Ecstasy 101B head amplifier with a metal front grill.

In the "the GazettE LIVE TOUR 15 16 DOGMATIC FINAL - GODDESS" video by Nat Nut, Aoi is seen playing his ESP .1, a signature model introduced around 2016.

Aoi uses the ESP .1 [dot one] exl. (666mm) electric guitar, as detailed in the 2018 model information on ESP Guitars' website.

Aoi is shown using the Carl Martin Hot Drive 'N Boost mk 3 Pedal in a Japanese magazine featured on Photobucket.

Aoi is shown using the DigiTech Whammy II in a Japanese magazine photo, as seen in "The Gazette's Gears 4" on BlogSpot.

Aoi's signature A-II glossy ~ en ~ by ESP JP

Aoi's A-III glossy ~ en ~ signature guitar by ESP JP.

Aoi's signature guitar picks by ESP JP

EZ Drummer can be seen when Aoi is recording a demo in this YouTube video at 4:16.

In a Twitter post, Aoi explicitly states, "私はいつも D'Addario," which translates to "I always use D'Addario," confirming the use of D'Addario NYXL 1059 strings.

In a post on Twitter by user @official_aoi, Aoi confirms the purchase of a Marshall JVM Series JVM205H amplifier head with the caption "買っちゃったー！"

In a Twitter post by Aoi (@official_aoi), it is confirmed that he uses a Bogner Uberschall 120-Watt Tube Guitar Amp Head for recording and live performances. The post captioned "明日はリードとかも録っちゃうぜー" provides insight into his gear choice.

In an Instagram post by Aoi (@aoi_thegazette), he shares an image of his recent setup for live shows, which includes the Fractal Audio Axe-FX III Preamp/FX Processor. The post's caption notes that he is reconfiguring his equipment for the band's 18th anniversary.

Aoi, guitarist of The GazettE, is confirmed to use the Alvarez Yairi WY-1 guitar, as it is featured in The GazettE Sound Analyze Book.

On January 15, 2025, Aoi posted on his Twitter (X) account, showcasing the Ibanez QX527PB-ABS (Antique Brown Stained) as he intended to practice before a concert. This is confirmed by the fact that it is the only seven-string guitar in the 'Q Standard' line in that color (Antique Brown Stained), which aligns with his tweet.

Aoi, the guitarist from the GazettE, uses the Strictly 7 Medusa, as confirmed by an endorsement agreement with Strictly 7 Guitars. This Raven headless model, part of the Japan Series, features a flat D neck shape, thick ebony fingerboard, and an ash body, designed to enhance sound tightness with a bolt-on construction. It is equipped with Seymour Duncan Blackouts pickups and a unique HIPSHOT 7 Stg LowPro headpiece, enhancing tuning stability in combination with ABM Single Saddles. The guitar also boasts an "Open pore Polyurethane Matte" finish, providing an exotic appearance similar to its USA counterpart, and a multi-scale length of 27.5"-25.5", suitable for drop-tuning styles. This information was sourced from クロサワ楽器店.

Aoi, guitarist of the GazettE, has announced his new signature model “Shoku,” co-developed with the Rome-based custom guitar maker Overload Guitars. Only ten pieces will be produced, making it an extremely rare release that has already attracted attention from guitarists and fans alike. In this article, we provide a clear overview of its specifications, development background, and key points to consider before purchasing.