Yamaha Pacifica 120H YNS

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Yamaha Pacifica 120H YNS

Yamaha

Pacifica 120H YNS

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Product Info

Article Number: 263958
Brand: Yamaha
Model: Pacifica 120H YNS
Price: $383.90

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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.

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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.

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