Yamaha Pacifica 112VM GR RL

Yamaha Pacifica 112VM GR RL: technical review

The Yamaha Pacifica 112VM GR RL is an electric guitar with an alder body, a maple neck and fingerboard, and an HSS pickup layout. Its listed specifications include a vintage-style tremolo, a five-way pickup selector, and a push-pull function on the master tone control for coil tapping. Yamaha lists the gray model at a price of 313. No currency is specified in the supplied information, so the figure should not be read as a confirmed amount in a particular currency.

The model has been available since February 2021, and its item number is 514362. The listed sales unit is one piece. A bag and a case are not included. Yamaha also lists a remote lesson at the Yamaha Music School as included, though the available information does not explain its format, duration, or terms.

Body, neck, and playing dimensions

The body is made from alder, with no separate top listed. The neck and fingerboard are both maple. The specifications give a scale length of 648 mm, equivalent to about 25.5 inches, and a total of 22 frets. These details establish the basic construction and dimensions, but do not specify the neck profile, fingerboard radius, fret size, nut width, or the type of neck joint. Those details can matter to fit and setup, so they should be checked with the seller if they are priorities.

The neck has a satin finish. That describes the finish treatment, but the supplied specifications do not provide enough information to predict how it will feel in an individual player's hands. Nor do they state the fret material, hardware finish, or factory string gauge. Buyers comparing this guitar with another model should avoid assuming those details are shared across the range.

HSS pickups and switching

The pickup configuration combines one Alnico humbucker with two Alnico single-coil pickups. This arrangement is commonly called HSS, referring to the humbucker at one position and single-coil pickups at the other two. The guitar has a five-way switch, which provides multiple pickup-selection positions. The supplied data does not identify the exact wiring for each position, so the specific combinations should be confirmed from Yamaha's wiring information or the instrument's manual.

A master volume control and a master tone control handle the listed onboard adjustments. The tone control has a push-pull function for coil tapping. This feature is intended to alter the humbucker's coil operation, giving the player an additional tonal configuration. The information provided does not describe the resulting output level or tone, and "coil tap" should not be taken as a complete account of the circuit design. Players who need a particular switching behavior should verify it on the instrument.

The specifications do not give pickup output ratings, magnet dimensions, or separate controls for individual pickups. They also do not describe shielding or other noise-reduction features. The HSS layout and coil-tap control indicate available pickup options, but they do not establish how the guitar will sound through a particular amplifier or recording setup.

Tremolo and practical setup considerations

A vintage-style tremolo is fitted. The term identifies the listed style of bridge system, but the data does not state its manufacturer, construction materials, number of springs, or whether the bridge is set to float or rest against the body. Those setup choices affect how the system responds and how it interacts with tuning and string changes. The specifications alone do not establish how the tremolo is adjusted from the factory.

Since neither a bag nor a case is included, a buyer who needs protection for transport should account for a separate purchase. The information also does not confirm whether other accessories are supplied. Confirming the package contents before ordering is sensible, particularly if the guitar will be carried to lessons or rehearsals.

Who the listed specifications may suit

The combination of two single-coil pickups, a humbucker, five-way selection, and a coil-tap function gives the Pacifica 112VM GR RL several listed pickup configurations to explore. Its alder body, maple neck and fingerboard, 648 mm scale, and 22 frets provide a clear outline of its construction. Whether those dimensions and controls suit a particular player depends on personal preference and the guitar's actual setup.

This assessment is based only on the supplied specifications. No customer reviews or first-hand test results are available, so there is no verified basis for claims about playability, tuning stability, build quality, or sound. Before buying, check the current price and availability, confirm the switching details and included items, and try the neck and tremolo if possible. The listed remote Yamaha Music School lesson may add value for some buyers, but its terms should also be checked directly with Yamaha.