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The Yamaha Pacifica 212VQM in Translucent Black takes the much-loved Pacifica formula and dresses it up with a stunning figured top, flexible HSS pickup configuration and rock-solid Yamaha hardware. Whether you are buying your first serious electric or looking for an affordable all-rounder for the studio and stage, this is a guitar that looks, feels and sounds far more expensive than it really is. Built around a comfortable alder body with a maple top and eye-catching cloud maple veneer, the 212VQM balances classic tones with modern playability. A slim, bolt-on maple neck and 22-fret rosewood fingerboard make chords, riffs and bends feel effortless, while the transparent high-gloss finish lets the figuring of the top shine through. Add in Alnico V pickups with coil-split capability and a vintage-style tremolo, and you have a hugely versatile instrument that can confidently cover everything from sparkling cleans to high-gain rock. Premium Look, Player-Friendly Feel The alder body and maple top are carved into a familiar, ergonomic shape that sits comfortably whether you are standing or sitting. The cloud maple veneer gives the guitar a boutique aesthetic, with the Translucent Black finish highlighting the dramatic figuring beneath. A slim C-profile maple neck and 22-fret rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays make navigation up and down the neck intuitive, ideal for both newer players and more advanced techniques such as fast lead runs and wide bends. Versatile HSS Alnico V Pickups With two Yamaha Alnico V single coils in the neck and middle positions and an Alnico V humbucker at the bridge, the Pacifica 212VQM is ready for almost any style. The single coils deliver bright, articulate cleans and classic crunch, while the bridge humbucker provides the extra output and thickness needed for rock and heavier styles. A push/pull coil-split on the tone control lets you tap into single-coil flavours from the bridge position, greatly expanding the tonal palette available from the five-way selector. Reliable Hardware for Confident Performance Yamaha’s vintage-style tremolo bridge offers smooth pitch modulation for subtle vibrato or more expressive dives, while the solid block design helps maintain sustain and tone. Die-cast Yamaha tuners provide stable, accurate tuning, so you can focus on playing rather than constant adjustments. Combined with the precise bolt-on neck joint and quality fretwork, the hardware package ensures the Pacifica 212VQM feels dependable gig after gig. Ideal for Progressing Players and Working Musicians The Pacifica 212VQM is designed to support you as your playing develops. Its comfortable neck, versatile electronics and stylish looks make it equally at home in lessons, rehearsals, recording sessions and on stage. From blues and indie to pop, rock and beyond, this guitar can adapt to the demands of your setlist while offering a professional feel that encourages you to keep playing and improving. Key Features Alder Body with Maple Top and Cloud Maple Veneer – The alder body provides a balanced, full-bodied tone with clear mids, while the maple top adds snap and definition. The cloud maple veneer under the Translucent Black finish delivers a striking, high-end appearance that stands out under stage lights. HSS Pickup Configuration with Alnico V Magnets – Two Alnico V single coils and an Alnico V humbucker give you everything from glassy cleans to punchy rock tones. This classic HSS layout makes the guitar a true all-rounder, ideal if you play multiple genres or need one instrument to cover an entire set. Coil-Split Bridge Humbucker – The push/pull tone control lets you split the bridge humbucker into a single coil, adding extra brightness and bite when you need it. This effectively adds more voices to the guitar, allowing you to switch between thick, powerful humbucker sounds and more cutting single-coil tones without changing instruments. Yamaha Vintage-Style Tremolo and Die-Cast Tuners – The vintage-style tre…