Yamaha Pacifica 212V QM CBR
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Yamaha
Pacifica 212V QM CBR
Product Info
Article Number:
450239
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
Pacifica 212V QM CBR
Category:
ST Style Guitars
Price:
$471.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The 212V QM CBR is a seriously well-rounded guitar for the price. The combination of alder and quilted maple gives you a sweet spot between clarity and warmth, and that coil-split humbucker opens up a ton of tonal options. It’s a great choice for players wanting a versatile ST-style instrument without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Yamaha Pacifica 212V QM CBR
- Electric Guitar
- Alder body
- Top: Quilted maple
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Rosewood fretboard (Dalbergia latifolia)
- 22 Frets
- Scale: 648 mm
- Pickups: 2 Single coils and 1 humbucker
- Push/Pull function for coil split
- Chrome hardware
- Yamaha vintage tremolo
- Colour: Caramel Brown
PROS
- • Quilted maple top adds visual flair and slight resonance
- • Alder body provides a balanced, versatile tonal foundation
- • Push/pull coil split offers significant pickup configuration flexibility
- • Vintage tremolo allows for expressive vibrato effects.
CONS
- • Rosewood fretboard can feel a little dry compared to maple
- • Bolt-on neck lacks the sustain of a set-neck construction
- • Caramel Brown finish, while attractive, might not appeal to all tastes.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder with Quilted Maple Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Pickups
2 Single-Coil, 1 Humbucker (Alnico V)
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
22
Bridge
Yamaha Vintage Tremolo
Weight
4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The vintage tremolo is functional but budget-friendly; expect some tuning adjustments after heavy use, especially with aggressive whammy dives. A professional setup is recommended for optimal stability.
The neck profile is a comfortable 'C' shape, a bit more substantial than some modern guitars, offering good grip but potentially feeling a bit thicker for players accustomed to extremely slim necks.
The pickups are good quality for the price range, offering a respectable approximation of classic ST tones, but lack the refinement and nuance of higher-end pickups – still very usable and versatile though.
