Yamaha Pacifica Pa212Vqmtbl Translucent Black
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An exclusive variant enriching the Pacifica series
The Pacifica 212VQM is positioned as an enhanced version of the 112V, retaining the DNA of the range (versatility and "workhorse" spirit) while emphasizing aesthetics thanks to the flamed maple. It features the key characteristics expected from this model, including Alnico pickups with a sharper character, a modified pickguard, and a push/pull on the humbucker to expand the sonic palette. This 212VQM is available in three finishes: Tobacco Brown, Translucent Black, and Caramel Brown.
For which guitarists and styles?
This Yamaha Pacifica 212VQM is aimed at ambitious beginners as well as intermediate players who want an electric guitar capable of doing it all: accompaniment, riffs, arpeggios, funky grooves, edgy blues, pop, rock, and even more modern saturations. The bridge humbucker adds body for lead and rhythm sounds, while the single coils favor defined clean tones and characteristic intermediate positions.
The sound
With its HSS configuration (one humbucker and two single coils), this Pacifica combines attack, definition, and versatility. The Alnico pickups are appreciated for their dynamic response, with present highs and clear mids, useful for cutting through a mix without becoming harsh. The push/pull allows splitting the humbucker to achieve finer, more "single-coil" tones, practical for switching from a clean verse to a heavier chorus. The alder body and maple top duo generally contributes to a clear and articulated tonal balance, with good precision in attack.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | SS | Scalloped | Double |
| Category | ST | Body | Alder |
| Left handed | No | Bridge / tailpiece | Tremolo |
| Strings | Steel | Electronics | Passive |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Color | Black |
| Top | Dapple maple | Finishing | Glossy |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood | Hardware | Chromed |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | ||
| Type | electric guitar | Pickups | 1 humbucker (push/pull split) |
| Wood | alder / maple | Net product weight | 3000 g |
| Tuners | Yamaha chrome | Dimensions (scale length, nut width, radius) | not provided |
| Vibrato | vintage | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Yamaha Pacifica PA212VQMTBL suitable for beginners in electric guitar?
This model is suitable for ambitious beginners as well as intermediate guitarists, featuring a maple neck and a scale length of 647.7 mm. Its 22 frets and double cutaway facilitate access to high notes.
What pickups does this Pacifica have?
The HSS configuration combines two Alnico V single coils in the neck and middle positions with an Alnico V humbucker at the bridge. A 5-way selector switch allows choosing different combinations.
Can the bridge humbucker be split?
A push/pull tone control enables splitting the double coil bridge pickup. This function provides a more open response on this pickup. Volume and tone are the two main controls.
What type of tremolo is installed on this guitar?
The bridge is a vintage-style tremolo, complemented by Yamaha chrome oil-bath tuners.
What accessories are suitable for this 6-string guitar?
It is possible to equip it with a 6-string electric guitar string set, a 6.35 mm jack cable, and a strap compatible with the original strap buttons. A tuner completes this basic set of equipment.
