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The Yamaha PAC112V Pacifica electric guitar is an ideal instrument for beginners and pros alike. Featuring an alder body with a bolt-on maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, this axe provides comfort and playability. The H-S-S pickup configuration with 5-way switching and an Alnico V humbucker produces a variety of tones from crisp highs to growling lows. The PAC112V is a versatile and affordable guitar for players at any stage.

Alnico V Humbucker Provides Powerful Tone

The PAC112V's Alnico V humbucker pickup packs a punch, delivering a bold, dynamic tone perfect for rock and metal. When split, it provides a brighter single-coil tone ideal for blues and classic rock. This versatile humbucker, combined with two single-coil pickups, provides a range of tones for any genre.

Comfort-Contoured Alder Body

The PAC112V features a comfort-contoured alder body that is lightweight yet resonant. Its contours provide an ergonomic shape that fits close to the body, ideal for long practice or performance sessions. The alder body also enhances sustain and produces a warm, balanced tone.

Upgraded Components for Smooth Playability

Several upgraded components improve the PAC112V's playability and performance. These include a vintage-style vibrato bridge for subtle pitch effects, knurled master tone and volume knobs for precise control, and a synthetic bone nut for enhanced sustain and clarity. A tortoiseshell pickguard provides a classic esthetic touch.

Versatile and Affordable

From its bold tone to sleek design, the PAC112V is a highly versatile instrument at an affordable price. Intermediate players and pros alike will appreciate its playability and range of sounds. With quality components and construction, this guitar provides professional performance at a budget-friendly cost.

Yamaha PAC112V Electric Guitar Sonic Blue
Yamaha PAC112V Electric Guitar Sonic Blue
Yamaha PAC112V Electric Guitar Sonic Blue

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  • Body: Solid alder
  • Neck: Maple
  • Construction: Bolt-on
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Frets: 22
  • Bridge: Vintage-style tremolo with block Saddles
  • Pickups: 2 single-coil and Alnico V magnet humbucker
  • Pickup switch: 5-Position with humbucker coil-splitting
  • Controls: Master volume, master tone
  • Hardware: Metal "Dome" knobs
  • Pick Guard: 3-Ply white/black/white
  • Scale Length: 25-1/2" (648mm)
  • Fretboard radius: 13-3/4" (350mm)
  • Warranty: Yamaha Limited Lifetime
  • Case sold separately

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4.44

18 Reviews

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Great first guitar
In love

Most Liked Positive Review

4

Excellent Guitar for the Price. Bright Tone.

This is my 2nd guitar and an upgrade from my first very low quality instrument, the "Gibson" Maestro (purchased as a package from another retailer for $60). The PAC112V is very comfortable to play. It came setup well, right out of the box, and it keeps in tune well. The vibrato bridge is set for beginners (against the body and pushes in...it's not quite a "floating" bridge. However, it can be manually adjusted to float freely). I absolutely love the sound of the neck pickup. It's is full and round. I find the sound thins out and becomes harsher as I move toward the bridge. Being that the pickups are naturally bright, I play with the tone knob turned down halfway. The tone knob is also very...loose, and doesn't offer much in the way of tonal diversity. It's either very bright, not quite as bright, or dull. With a decent amp however, this guitar can sound like anything. I was going to upgrade the pickups and tone pot this year, but instead purchased a new Epiphone Les Paul, which came with the particular pickups I wanted pre-installed (for about the price it would have cost to upgrade my PAC..I got a deal!), so I'm no longer going upgrade my PAC. However, I'm also not selling it. I'm definitely keeping it. I do love this guitar (despite my criticisms). I love the split coil humbucker, though I almost play exclusively on the neck, and am comfortable playing this guitar standing as well as sitting down. It works wonderfully with Rocksmith, and while I'd consider a Fender Squire Strat (not an Affinity nor Bullet) a step up in terms of tone, I'd easily choose the Pacifica over the cheaper Squier models. The Alnico V pickups on the 112V are clear and act as a wonderful blank canvas to throw effects over. The humbucker is gritty, though not menacing. The neck pickup is warm (when the tone is brought down), and the fretboard is very comfortable (never gets sticky). The frets are even and don't hang off the neck. Overall, an amazing guitar for the price.

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Most Liked Negative Review

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nut is place too low, E string buzzes.

i play in a small group and this would work for an extra use guitar, it's just that the nut is too low on the neck and the E sting buzzes very badly.

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Best Uses

  1. Practicing12
  2. Jamming8
  3. Recording5
  4. School Bands4
  5. Small Venues4

Cons

  1. Fret Buzz2
  2. Slightly too bright1
  3. Weak(ish) Humbucker1

Describe Yourself

  1. Novice6
  2. Experienced5

Pros

  1. Good Feel12
  2. Fun To Play11
  3. Good Tone9
  4. Solid Electronics9
  5. Good Pick Up6

Reviewed by 18 customers

  • Great first guitar

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 months ago

    byShawn

    fromTowson, MD

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Looks amazing and sounds great. Would definitely recommend as a first guitar. Build quality is great as well. #sweepstakes

  • Amazing Value

    5

    submitted8 months ago

    byRich

    fromMesa, AZ

    This is an excellent guitar. The setup was playable from the factory. With some minor adjustments from an amazing guitar center employee, Tony, the action and tone was superb. With the splittable humbucker at the bridge, plus the 2 single coils, the guitar is extremely versatile. I was able to produce a variety of tones. This guitar will play anything I am able to throw at it. The alder body is stunning. I am normally not a fan of natural finish but the figuring in the wood looks great. It is made of three well matched pieces of wood with a nice satin finish. The neck has a nice feel and I appreciate the larger fretboard radius.

  • Impressed

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byEddie

    fromFarmington Hills, Mich

    I really can't get over the quality of this guitar. The fit and finish is perfect. Pickups sound great, trem bar works fine. The push pull feature on the humbucker is a great option. The guitar came with a great set up and plays great. I do wish however, that they would indicate what kind and gage are the strings. The warranty book even has nice tips on setup. Wonderful guitar at this price.

  • I would but this product again.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byJ KEVIN

    fromPlymouth, Ma

    Practice guitar that I would bring anywhere with me.

  • Cant beat this guitar for the price!

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byWB

    fromLas Vegas

    If you're looking for a good solid guitar to learn on and don't want to break the bank this is a good choice. I'm very happy with mine. Electronics are good. Well built solid Guitar. I've abused mine and it begs for more.

  • In love

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byBen

    fromARIZONA

    This is my first electric guitar. Did endless research on guitars priced $300-$600 and almost every review gave this guitar a worthy mention. I can see why! Looks and plays great!

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  • submitted5 months ago

    asked byNoob

    fromNew Mexico

    Where is the jack located on this guitar? (front, back, side, etc?)

    Where is the jack located on this guitar? (front, back, side, etc?)

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    It's on the bottom.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byPatrick

    fromHouston, Tx

    Hi, this guitar is made in USA ?

    Hi, this guitar is made in USA ?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar was made in Japan.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byErich

    fromWestfield, NJ

    Hi, I really want to try the guitar before buying it, but if I don't like it, can I return it at the Guitar Center location near me?

    Hi, I really want to try the guitar before buying it, but if I don't like it, can I return it at the Guitar Center location near me?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes you can.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byWill

    fromColumbia, MD

    Does the tremolo arm thread in or push in?

    Does the tremolo arm thread in or push in?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The tremolo arm is threaded and would be screwed into the bridge.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byAndrew

    fromTorrance California

    Where is this Guitar made?

    Where is this Guitar made?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    This is made in Indonesia