Yamaha Pacifica 012 MKII Electric Guitar

The Yamaha Pacifica 012 MKII is one of the best entry-level electric guitars around. With its classic double-cutaway design, versatile tone options, and Yamaha’s renowned build quality, it’s the perfect choice for beginners and school music programmes. Whether you’re teaching rock, funk, blues or jazz, this guitar delivers reliable performance and great sound — right out of the box.

What’s included

• Full-size Yamaha Pacifica 012 MKII Electric Guitar

• Humbucker-Single-Single pickup configuration

• Vintage-style tremolo bridge

• Solid Agathis body

• Maple neck with bolt-on design

• Rosewood fingerboard (22 frets)

• Factory-fitted quality tuning gears

Why it’s great for the classroom

The Pacifica 012 MKII is built with beginners and educational settings in mind. The slim, fast neck makes it easy for younger players to develop good technique. Accurate fret positioning ensures the guitar stays in tune across the whole neck, critical when students are learning to play together.

Its versatile pickups allow teachers and pupils to explore a wide range of genres with ease. From clean tones to crunchy rock, the five-way selector switch provides endless tonal options to keep lessons engaging. The rugged body and through lacquer finish also stand up to the rigours of regular school use.

Bonus: Yamaha’s collaboration with the Fretello app gives pupils access to expert-designed learning resources — a great tool for encouraging practice at home.

Progressive Instrument Pathway

The Pacifica 012 MKII provides an ideal starting point for young electric guitarists. Its high-quality build, comfortable feel, and wide tonal range help build confidence and musical understanding. It pairs perfectly with beginner amps like the Blackstar Debut 10E, and offers a clear progression path towards higher-end Pacifica models or more advanced electric guitars. For many students, this guitar will be the one that sparks a lifelong love of playing.