The A2 (Aries 2) was created to keep up with the various advancements in the custom shop. Some of the most notable changes include the Access output jack, located on the back of the guitar to eliminate physical cable obstruction; an extra-sculpted neck heel for even easier upper fret access; and a shrunken, elongated bevel that shows more of the top wood while still maintaining as much comfort as the original Aries. These are only a few of the upgrades to the Aries.