{"product_id":"yamaha-pacs-plus-12-black-electric-guitar","title":"Yamaha PACS+12 Black Electric Guitar – Reflectone Clarity \u0026 HSS Flexibility","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA flagship Pacifica built for players who want maximum tonal flexibility, studio-grade clarity, and modern performance precision without compromise.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReflectone™ pickups co-developed with Rupert Neve Designs deliver exceptional articulation, balance, and dynamic response\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHSS pickup configuration with Focus Switch provides expanded tonal flexibility across clean, driven, and high-gain applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRosewood fingerboard adds warmth, depth, and smooth note response\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcoustic Design chambered alder body improves resonance while maintaining balance and comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePremium Gotoh hardware and stainless steel frets provide professional-level reliability and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha PACS+12 represents the most tonally flexible model in the Pacifica Standard Plus lineup, designed for players who move between multiple styles, gain structures, and performance environments without wanting to switch instruments. Yamaha built this guitar around modern versatility while maintaining the refined feel and consistency expected from a top-tier Pacifica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the PACS+12 is the Reflectone™ pickup system, developed in collaboration with Rupert Neve Designs. Unlike traditional HSS systems that can feel uneven across positions, Reflectone™ pickups are engineered for exceptional balance, clarity, and dynamic control throughout the entire switching range. The bridge humbucker delivers punch and authority for modern gain tones, while the single-coils retain impressive articulation and note separation for clean and edge-of-breakup playing. Yamaha’s Focus Switch further expands the tonal palette, allowing players to tighten or thicken the response depending on the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe chambered alder body uses Yamaha’s Acoustic Design process to improve resonance and responsiveness while keeping the guitar lightweight and balanced. Combined with the maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, the PACS+12 feels smooth, stable, and highly controlled under the hands. Stainless steel frets provide long-term durability and effortless bending, while the premium Gotoh hardware and 2-point tremolo system deliver dependable tuning stability and expressive performance capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Black finish gives the PACS+12 a clean modern appearance that feels naturally suited for contemporary studio work, touring rigs, and professional stage environments. Its understated visual identity keeps the focus on the guitar’s refined construction, premium hardware, and player-focused design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReflectone™ pickups co-developed with Rupert Neve Designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHSS pickup configuration with Focus Switch tonal control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRosewood fingerboard for warmth and smooth response\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcoustic Design chambered alder body\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedium jumbo stainless steel frets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGotoh locking tuners for tuning stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-point tremolo bridge for expressive control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePro gig bag included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConstruction: Bolt-on\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScale Length: 25.5\" (648 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody Material: Alder (Acoustic Design chambered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFingerboard Material: Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePickup System: Reflectone™ pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFull Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConstruction: Bolt-on\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScale Length: 25.5\" (648 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody Material: Alder (Acoustic Design chambered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody Finish: Gloss polyurethane\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeck Material: Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeck Profile: Rounded-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeck Finish: Satin polyurethane\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFingerboard Material: Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFingerboard Radius: 12\" (305 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNumber of Frets: 22\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFret Type: Medium jumbo stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNut Material: Graph Tech TUSQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNut Width: 42 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eString Spacing: 10.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePickup Configuration: HSS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup: Reflectone™ single-coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMiddle Pickup: Reflectone™ single-coil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup: Reflectone™ humbucker\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eControls: Master volume, master tone (Focus Switch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSwitching: 5-position blade switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBridge: 2-point tremolo bridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTuners: Gotoh locking tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStrings: Elixir Nanoweb Light (.010–.046)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHardware Finish: Nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOrigin: Indonesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded Case: Pro gig bag included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Rain City Guitars\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Yamaha Canadian Dealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCurated by musicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfessionally inspected before shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFast secure shipping across Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":46814530863241,"sku":"PACS+12-BL","price":1149.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7299\/3417\/files\/PACS_12-BL-PP-JPG.jpg?v=1779827752","url":"https:\/\/raincityguitars.com\/products\/yamaha-pacs-plus-12-black-electric-guitar","provider":"Rain City Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}