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Yamaha Pacifica 612V FM Mk II Electric Guitar In Trans Black with Flamed Maple Top

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Yamaha Pacifica 612V FM Mk II Electric Guitar In Trans Black with Flamed Maple Top is an electric guitar.

Description

The Yamaha Pacifica has, for quite some time, been one of the go-to entry-level guitars. With a wide variety of options and styles, it's so reliable and versatile that it's held in high regard by intermediate and advanced players too. The 612 model features a Seymour Duncan HSS pickup configuration, coil tap functionality and a gorgeous Flamed Maple top – premium features for an affordable guitar!

Here's what Yamaha say:

When our Pacifica 611 models launched, they were met with rave reviews from the music press and customers alike. Our new 612V Mk II models share the same body, hardware and neck as the 611V – but feature Seymour Duncan SSL-1 and Custom5 pickups, black scratchplates and have the option of a stunning new Translucent Blue finish. 

Specifications

  • Model: Pacifica 612VFM Electric Guitar
  • Body Material: Maple / Alder / Flamed Maple Laminated
  • Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Neck Finish: Satin Polyurethane
  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
  • No. of Frets: 22
  • Position Inlays: Dot
  • Fingerboard Radius: 13 3/4-inches (350mm)
  • Bridge pickup: Seymour Duncan TB-14
  • Middle pickup: Seymour Duncan SSL-1
  • Neck: pickup: Seymour Duncan SSL-1
  • Pickup Config: HSS
  • Active/Passive: Passive
  • Special Electronics: Coil-tap on Tone knob
  • Controls: Master Volume
  • Master Tone with Push-Pull Coil Split
  • 5-position pickup selector switch
  • Bridge: Wilkinson VS50-6
  • Tuners: Die-cast

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About the manufacturer

Yamaha

Yamaha is a global leader in musical instruments, renowned for its precision engineering, reliability, and broad range of products that cater to players of all levels. Founded in Japan in 1887, Yamaha has built everything from pianos and guitars to synthesizers and studio gear, always maintaining a reputation for quality and innovation. Their guitars, both acoustic and electric, are praised for their consistency, playability, and warm, balanced tone, while their amplifiers and keyboards have become staples in studios and on stages worldwide. Yamaha’s commitment to craftsmanship and musical expression has made it a trusted name across every corner of the music world.

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S Style Electric Guitars

S style electric guitars are known for their comfortable contours, versatile tones, and expressive playability. Typically featuring a double-cutaway body and a vibrato bridge, they offer easy access to higher frets and a naturally balanced feel whether standing or seated. Their pickup configurations often favour clarity and articulation, making them well suited to clean sounds, edge-of-breakup tones, and expressive lead playing, while still handling heavier styles with the right setup. S style guitars are valued for their responsiveness to touch and dynamics, making them a popular choice for players who want an instrument that feels fluid, familiar, and adaptable across a wide range of music.

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Black

Black instruments and gear offer a timeless, understated look that fits almost any style of music or setup. Whether it’s a guitar, pedal or accessory, a black finish is often chosen for its clean appearance, practicality and stage-ready feel. If you prefer gear that looks focused, professional and never goes out of fashion, black options deliver a classic aesthetic with no distractions.

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Maple

Maple is a dense, hard tonewood commonly used in guitar and bass construction for necks, fingerboards, and sometimes bodies or tops. It is known for its strength, stability, and smooth playing feel, making it a popular choice for instruments that need durability and consistent performance.

Tonally, maple contributes a bright, clear sound with strong attack and good note definition. It emphasises high-end clarity and tight low end, which helps notes cut through a mix, and is often paired with warmer woods to create a balanced overall tone.

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