{"product_id":"yamaha-pacs-plus-12m-black-electric-guitar","title":"Yamaha PACS+12M Black Electric Guitar – Reflectone Clarity \u0026 Maple Snap","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA flagship Pacifica built for players who want maximum tonal flexibility, studio-grade clarity, and fast modern response without sacrificing feel or control.\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\u003eMaple fingerboard adds snap, articulation, and immediate note attack\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+12M represents one of the most versatile and performance-focused guitars in the Pacifica Standard Plus lineup, designed for players who demand clarity, responsiveness, and modern flexibility across multiple playing styles. Yamaha built this model as a complete professional platform — balancing refined feel, advanced pickup engineering, and premium hardware into a highly adaptable instrument for studio and stage use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the center of the PACS+12M is the Reflectone™ pickup system, developed in collaboration with Rupert Neve Designs. Unlike traditional HSS systems that can sometimes feel uneven across positions, Reflectone™ pickups are engineered for exceptional balance, articulation, and dynamic consistency throughout the switching range. The bridge humbucker delivers punch and authority for modern gain tones, while the single-coils retain impressive clarity 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 musical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe chambered alder body uses Yamaha’s Acoustic Design process to improve resonance and responsiveness while keeping the instrument lightweight and balanced. Combined with the maple neck and maple fingerboard, the PACS+12M feels fast, immediate, and highly articulate under the hands. Stainless steel frets provide effortless bending and long-term durability, while the premium Gotoh hardware and 2-point tremolo bridge deliver excellent tuning stability and expressive control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Black finish gives the PACS+12M 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\u003eMaple fingerboard for snap and articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcoustic Design chambered alder body\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRounded-C maple neck for comfortable playability\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: Maple\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: Maple\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":46814685986953,"sku":"PACS+12M-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_c8ae612e-2180-40db-82f9-37437e74ea2a.jpg?v=1779828299","url":"https:\/\/raincityguitars.com\/products\/yamaha-pacs-plus-12m-black-electric-guitar","provider":"Rain City Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}