Best Yamaha ST Style Guitars 2025

Premium Yamaha st style guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 19, 2025 • Next update: November 26, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Blues For Pop For Country For Funk For Indie

BRANDS: Fender Ibanez Harley Benton PRS Jackson Squier Kramer Guitars Suhr ESP Charvel Yamaha Larry Carlton Mooer Schecter Music Man Solar Guitars Cort Evh Xotic Guitars Sterling by Music Man Maybach Friedman

Yamaha Pacifica 612VIIX Mist Green - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Yamaha Pacifica 612VIIX Mist Green

by Yamaha

Blues Rock Indie

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and playability

✓ PROS

• Comfortable body contours
• Excellent sustain and playability

✗ CONS

• Electronics may need shielding
• May be too bright for heavy metal

Yamaha Pacifica 612VIIX Mist GreenElectric GuitarBody: AlderTop: MapleNeck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 648 mm...

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 605582

$1,033

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Yamaha Pacifica Professional DSB RF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Yamaha Pacifica Professional DSB RF

by Yamaha

Pop Funk Blues

Key Feature:

• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✓ PROS

• Classic single-coil brightness
• Comfortable body contours

✗ CONS

• Electronics may need shielding
• May be too bright for heavy metal

Yamaha Pacifica Professional DSB RFElectric GuitarBody: AlderNeck: Bolt-on mapleNeck finish: Custom Tinted Satin...

⭐ 4.5/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 584246

$2,364

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Yamaha Pacifica 611 V FM TBL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Yamaha Pacifica 611 V FM TBL

by Yamaha

Blues Indie Funk

Key Feature:

• Comfortable body contours

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and playability
• Comfortable body contours

✗ CONS

• String bending can cause tuning issues
• Single-coils can pick up interference

Yamaha Pacifica 611 V FM TBLElectric GuitarAlder bodyFlamed maple topTinted maple neck648 mm scaleRosewood fretboard...

⭐ 4.9/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 312975

$989

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Yamaha Pacifica 612VIIX Vintage White - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha Pacifica 612VIIX Vintage White

by Yamaha

Rock Funk Blues

Key Feature:

• Versatile 5-way pickup switching

✓ PROS

• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✗ CONS

• May be too bright for heavy metal
• Single-coils can pick up interference

Yamaha Pacifica 612VIIX Vintage WhiteElectric GuitarBody: AlderTop: MapleNeck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 648 mm...

⭐ 4.7/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 605569

$1,033

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Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus BLK RF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus BLK RF

by Yamaha

Blues Funk Rock

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and playability

✓ PROS

• Classic single-coil brightness
• Comfortable body contours

✗ CONS

• String bending can cause tuning issues
• May be too bright for heavy metal

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus BLK RFElectric GuitarBody: AlderBolt-on neck: MapleNeck finish: Custom Tinted Satin...

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 584317

$1,242

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Yamaha Pacifica Professional SPB RF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha Pacifica Professional SPB RF

by Yamaha

Indie Funk Pop

Key Feature:

• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✓ PROS

• Great for clean and overdriven tones
• Excellent sustain and playability

✗ CONS

• Single-coils can pick up interference
• Electronics may need shielding

Yamaha Pacifica Professional SPB RFElectric GuitarBody: AlderNeck: Bolt-on mapleNeck finish: custom tinted satin...

⭐ 4.8/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 584247

$2,365

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Yamaha Pacifica Professional BLK RF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha Pacifica Professional BLK RF

by Yamaha

Indie Funk Blues

Key Feature:

• Versatile 5-way pickup switching

✓ PROS

• Great for clean and overdriven tones
• Classic single-coil brightness

✗ CONS

• Requires quality amplifier
• Single-coils can pick up interference

Yamaha Pacifica Professional BLK PFElectric GuitarBody: AlderNeck: Bolt-on mapleNeck finish: Custom Tinted Satin...

⭐ 4.7/5 (36 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 584234

$2,199

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Yamaha Pacifica 112V UBL RL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Yamaha Pacifica 112V UBL RL

by Yamaha

Country Funk Pop

Key Feature:

• Comfortable body contours

✓ PROS

• Comfortable body contours
• Classic single-coil brightness

✗ CONS

• Electronics may need shielding
• Single-coils can pick up interference

Yamaha Pacifica 112V UBL RLElectric guitarBody: AlderNeck: MapleFingerboard: Rosewood22 FretsScale: 648 mmPickups: 1...

⭐ 4.8/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 514387

$362

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Yamaha Pacifica 112V SB RL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha Pacifica 112V SB RL

by Yamaha

Pop Rock Indie

Key Feature:

• Classic single-coil brightness

✓ PROS

• Great for clean and overdriven tones
• Comfortable body contours

✗ CONS

• Single-coils can pick up interference
• Electronics may need shielding

Yamaha Pacifica 112V SB RLElectric guitarBody: AlderNeck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodPickups: 1 Alnico humbucker and 2...

⭐ 4.7/5 (39 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 514386

$351

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Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus SPB MF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.4/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus SPB MF

by Yamaha

Blues Country Rock

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and playability

✓ PROS

• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
• Excellent sustain and playability

✗ CONS

• Requires quality amplifier
• May be too bright for heavy metal

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus SPB MFElectric GuitarBody: AlderNeck: Bolt-on mapleNeck finish: Custom Tinted Satin...

⭐ 4.4/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 584311

$1,374

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Yamaha Pacifica 112V YNS RL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.4/5 (54 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Yamaha Pacifica 112V YNS RL

by Yamaha

Country Pop Indie

Key Feature:

• Classic single-coil brightness

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and playability
• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✗ CONS

• String bending can cause tuning issues
• Single-coils can pick up interference

Yamaha Pacifica 112V YNS RLElectric guitarBody: AlderNeck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodPickups: 1 Alnico humbucker and 2...

⭐ 4.4/5 (54 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 514393

$362

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Yamaha Pacifica 112V OVS RL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.5/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha Pacifica 112V OVS RL

by Yamaha

Blues Funk Country

Key Feature:

• Excellent sustain and playability

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and playability
• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✗ CONS

• Single-coils can pick up interference
• Electronics may need shielding

Yamaha Pacifica 112V OVS RLElectric guitarBody: AlderNeck: MapleFingerboard: RosewoodPickups: 1 Alnico humbucker and 2...

⭐ 4.5/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 514383

$362

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Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus ASP RF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 5.0/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus ASP RF

by Yamaha

Funk Country Pop

Key Feature:

• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✓ PROS

• Versatile 5-way pickup switching
• Great for clean and overdriven tones

✗ CONS

• String bending can cause tuning issues
• May be too bright for heavy metal

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus ASP RFElectric GuitarBody: AlderNeck: Bolt-on mapleNeck finish: Custom Tinted Satin...

⭐ 5.0/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 584320

$1,242

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Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus SHW RF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus SHW RF

by Yamaha

Country Funk Indie

Key Feature:

• Classic single-coil brightness

✓ PROS

• Excellent sustain and playability
• Versatile 5-way pickup switching

✗ CONS

• String bending can cause tuning issues
• Requires quality amplifier

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus SHW RFElectric GuitarBody: AlderNeck: Bolt-on mapleNeck finish: Custom Tinted Satin...

⭐ 4.9/5 (20 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 584315

$1,242

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Yamaha Pacifica Professional BLB MF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.7/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Yamaha Pacifica Professional BLB MF

by Yamaha

Blues Country Funk

Key Feature:

• Comfortable body contours

✓ PROS

• Comfortable body contours
• Versatile 5-way pickup switching

✗ CONS

• Requires quality amplifier
• Single-coils can pick up interference

Yamaha Pacifica Professional BLB MFElectric GuitarBody: AlderNeck: Bolt-on mapleNeck finish: Custom Tinted Satin...

⭐ 4.7/5 (25 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 584298

$2,265

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How to Choose the Best ST Style Guitars

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced st style guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Best Yamaha ST Style Guitars 2025

Yamaha Pacifica 612VIIX Mist Green

Yamaha Pacifica Professional DSB RF

Yamaha Pacifica 611 V FM TBL

Yamaha Pacifica 612VIIX Vintage White

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus BLK RF

Yamaha Pacifica Professional SPB RF

Yamaha Pacifica Professional BLK RF

Yamaha Pacifica 112V UBL RL

Yamaha Pacifica 112V SB RL

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus SPB MF

Yamaha Pacifica 112V YNS RL

Yamaha Pacifica 112V OVS RL

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus ASP RF

Yamaha Pacifica Standard Plus SHW RF

Yamaha Pacifica Professional BLB MF

How to Choose the Best ST Style Guitars

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying st style guitars?

How much should I spend on st style guitars?

Are expensive st style guitars worth the investment?

What are the best brands for st style guitars?

Should I buy st style guitars online or in-store?

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