Yamaha Pacifica PAC012DLX (HSS) 6 String Electric Guitar

Submitted by Alexander Briones on May. 25, 2021..

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89 out of 100. Incorporating 400+ ratings and reviews.

Street Price:

$220

Manufacturer:

Yamaha

Gearank High Notes

2020.06: Equal Highest Rated Mixed Pickup Solidbody Electric Guitar Under $200
Tied With:
Ibanez GRX70QA

Gearank Recommendation

The PAC012DLX appeared on our recommended list for Mixed Pickup Solidbody Electric Guitars Under $200 from April 2019 until May 2021.

Overview

Designed in the US back in the 90's, and manufactured in Japan, the Pacifica Series is Yamaha's take on Fender's two main designs - the Telecaster and the Stratocaster.

The Yamaha Pacifica PAC012DLX is sought after because of its very accessible price tag, especially when considering that it sports a Superstrat HSS configuration, along with Yamaha's brand of student friendly playability and quality.

The Yamaha Pacifica PAC012DLX is highly recommended if you want a good quality HSS guitar while squeezing as much as possible out your budget.

Although this Japanese Guitar was previously on our recommended list, there are now more highly rated options available which you can see in our guide to The Best Cheap Beginner Electric Guitars Under $200.

Specifications

Body: Agathis
Finish: Black, Old Violin Burst, Metallic Blue, Raspberry Red,
Bridge: Vintage Tremolo
Pickups:2 x Yamaha Ceramic Single Coil, Yamaha ceramic Humbucker
Neck: Maple
Scale Length: 25.5"
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 13.75"
Number of Frets: 22 Medium
Nut Width: 1.614"
Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
Pickup Selector: 5-Position Blade

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About the Author

Alexander Briones

I have been writing about and researching music gear for many years, all while serving as a music director at my local church. I engage in guitar playing and singer-songwriter stints, in addition to mentoring young musicians and teaching guitar and bass.