Yamaha Pacifica 120H YNS
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Yamaha
Pacifica 120H YNS
Product Info
Article Number:
263958
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
Pacifica 120H YNS
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$383.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Pacifica 120H YNS is a solid entry point into the world of humbucker guitars. It’s surprisingly versatile – you can get crunchy rhythm tones or searing leads with ease. Ideal for gigging musicians or students looking for a reliable, affordable instrument with a classic look and a good foundation for future upgrades.
Product Description
- Yamaha Pacifica 120H YNS
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Alder
- Neck: Maple
- Scale: 648 mm
- Fretboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia)
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 humbuckers
- Black pickguard
- Chromed Yamaha hardware
- Colour: Yellow Natural Satin
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain.
- • Maple neck offers a snappy feel and contributes to clear note definition.
- • Humbucker pickups deliver a thick, powerful sound suitable for rock and metal.
- • Rosewood fretboard adds warmth and a comfortable playing experience.
CONS
- • Rosewood fretboard can be prone to drying out if not properly maintained.
- • Hardware, while functional, is a cost-saving measure and lacks premium feel.
- • Scale length might feel a bit short for players accustomed to longer scales.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia Latifolia)
Pickups
2 Humbuckers (Yamaha Designed)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
22
Bridge
Vintage-Style Tremolo System with Chrome Hardware
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The neck is a comfortable 'C' shape, a bit thinner than some vintage-style necks, offering good speed and accessibility for a wide range of players.
Absolutely. The standard humbuckers are easily swapped out; the routing allows for a wide variety of aftermarket pickups to be installed.
It's a basic tremolo, so extreme dive bombs will require some setup and may affect tuning stability, but it's perfectly usable for subtle vibrato effects.
