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Yamaha Pacifica: Elevating Performance and Value
Since its introduction in 1990, Yamaha’s Pacifica solidbody electric guitars have earned worldwide acclaim for their exceptional quality and value. Renowned for their smooth playability and tonal versatility, the Pacifica quickly became a favorite on the LA session scene. Yamaha's high-end Pacifica models, developed in collaboration with Yamaha Japan and Yamaha Artist Services in Hollywood, take center stage with chambered bodies, premium hardware, and advanced pickups by Rupert Neve Designs. These guitars deliver superior performance and sound while maintaining the affordability that made the Pacifica series a household name. The Yamaha Standard Plus PACS+12 Pacifica, equipped with Reflectone HSS pickups, produces fat, snarling lead tones and shimmering clean sounds reminiscent of vintage humbuckers and single-coils.
Unrivaled Sound with Reflectone Pickups
Designed by Rupert Neve Designs, the Reflectone pickups in the Yamaha PACS+12 Pacifica offer unmatched sonic clarity and performance. Drawing on years of engineering expertise, Reflectone pickups feature a wide frequency range with strong lows, sparkling highs, and exceptional dynamic sensitivity. These pickups are meticulously crafted, incorporating windings with precise wire spacing and magnetization techniques that enhance tonal clarity and output. The result is a bright, articulate sound that captures every nuance of your playing, making the Reflectone pickups stand out from the crowd. With their superior construction and attention to detail, they ensure that every Yamaha PACS+12 delivers consistent, high-quality sound.
Rupert Neve Designs: A Legacy of Excellence
Rupert Neve Designs, founded by legendary console designer Rupert Neve, has long been a defining force in professional audio. Neve’s iconic 80-series consoles helped shape the sound of ’70s rock, becoming a staple in top recording studios worldwide. Today, Rupert Neve Designs continues to innovate with cutting-edge products that push the boundaries of sound quality. The collaboration with Yamaha on Reflectone pickups revolutionizes electric guitar design, offering players a new standard in tone. Whether you're seeking vintage single-coil sparkle, humbucking power, or P-90 punch, Reflectone pickups deliver unparalleled sonic performance.
Premium Build for Professional Performance
The Yamaha PACS+12 Pacifica is crafted from premium materials for superior playability and durability. Its lightweight, chambered alder body enhances resonance and comfort, making it perfect for extended playing sessions. The bolt-on maple neck, a signature of the Pacifica series, allows for fast, easy navigation across the fretboard. The guitar also features high-end Gotoh hardware, including a precision-engineered vibrato bridge/tailpiece, Gotoh locking tuners, and a TUSQ nut, ensuring tuning stability even during heavy use. Built with exceptional attention to detail by Yamaha luthiers, the PACS+12 is designed to withstand years of professional touring. Available in a variety of stunning finishes, with your choice of maple or rosewood fingerboards, this Pacifica model combines aesthetics, performance, and reliability.
Whether you're on stage or in the studio, the Yamaha PACS+12 Pacifica delivers a world-class experience, offering a perfect blend of cutting-edge technology, timeless tone, and enduring quality.
Specification Sheet
GENERAL
- Number of Strings: 6
- Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
BODY
- Body Type: Chambered Solidbody
- Body Shape: PACS+12 Pacifica
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
NECK
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Joint: Bolt-on
- Radius: 13.75"
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Number of Frets: 22, Medium, Stainless Steel
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Nut Material: GraphTech Tusq
HARDWARE
- Bridge/Tailpiece: Gotoh 510T FE-1
- Tuners: Gotoh Locking
ELECTRONICS
- Neck Pickup: Rupert Neve Reflectone HS7N Single-coil
- Middle Pickup: Rupert Neve Reflectone HS7N Single-coil
- Bridge Pickup: Rupert Neve Reflectone HH7B Humbucker
- Controls: 1 x volume, 1 x tone (push/pull coil-split)
- Switching: 5-way blade pickup switch
OTHERS
- Strings: D'Addario XL-120, .009-.042
- Case/Gig Bag: Gig Bag