--- product_id: 253440301 title: "Pacifica 012 Full Size Electric Guitar - Red Metallic (GPA012RM)" brand: "yamaha" price: "R16577" currency: ZAR in_stock: false reviews_count: 7 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253440301-pacifica-012-full-size-electric-guitar-red-metallic-gpa012rm store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # select tonewoods: maple neck & rosewood fretboard 6-string versatile H-S-S pickup combo vintage-style tremolo bridge Pacifica 012 Full Size Electric Guitar - Red Metallic (GPA012RM) **Brand:** yamaha **Price:** R16577 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Own the stage with Yamaha Pacifica 012 – where beginner dreams meet pro vibes! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Pacifica 012 Full Size Electric Guitar - Red Metallic (GPA012RM) by yamaha - **How much does it cost?** R16577 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253440301-pacifica-012-full-size-electric-guitar-red-metallic-gpa012rm) ## Best For - yamaha enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted yamaha brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Rock-Ready Reliability:** Vintage-style tremolo bridge and quality tuning gears keep you in tune through every jam session - • **Crafted for Comfort & Style:** Comfort-contoured agathis body with eye-catching Red Metallic finish to stand out on stage - • **Unlock Your Signature Sound:** 5-way pickup selector with dual single coils + humbucker for rock, funk, jazz & more - • **Play Like a Pro from Day One:** Slim, fast maple neck with precise fret positioning for effortless learning & flawless tuning - • **Award-Winning Beginner’s Choice:** Multi-award winning Pacifica series trusted worldwide for inspiring quick progress ## Overview The Yamaha Pacifica 012 is a full-size, 6-string electric guitar designed for beginners and intermediate players. Featuring a versatile H-S-S pickup configuration, a fast maple neck, rosewood fretboard, and a vintage-style tremolo bridge, it delivers clear, brilliant tones across multiple genres. Its comfort-contoured agathis body finished in striking Red Metallic combines style with reliable Yamaha craftsmanship, making it the perfect gateway to mastering electric guitar. ## Description From the manufacturer Get ready to ROCK with the Pacifica 012 The Ideal Electric Guitar for Beginners If you‘ve ever dreamt of playing electric guitar or perhaps want to form a band with your friends - now‘s the time to make that dream happen. Crafted with the aspiring guitarist in mind, the Pacifica 012 can help you create the right sounds and technique to be inspired to play your favourite rock melodies and cool riffs like never before. The Yamaha Pacifica 012 delivers fantastic value, great sound, solid craftsmanship and a stylish vintage look bringing the true electric guitar experience to the beginner guitarist. Product Features Entry level: Intermediate Body Shape: Double cutaway Controls: 1x Volume, 1x Tone Vintage Style hardware Bridge: Humbucker Middle: Single Coil Neck: Single Coil You Can Become a Rockstar Getting Started The versatile Pacifica 012 makes it easier than ever to learn. The slim fast neck allows easy and accurate playing, while the adjustable vintage styled vibrato bridge and quality tuning gears offer reliable tuning – ideal for a beginner’s regular practice and encouraging good technique from the start. Find your Sound The Yamaha Pacifica 012 really delivers on sound. Its 5-way pickup selector switch lets you choose your ideal tone from the two single coils and a powerful bridge humbucker pick-up - unlocking a world of styles whether it‘s pop, rock, funk, country or jazz. Real Craftsmanship Yamaha Guitars are world renowned for decades of innovative design and genuine craftsmanship of the highest quality. Select tone woods and quality hardware deliver uncompromised tone and playability – whether it‘s a beginner or a professional model. Review: Great guitar for the price, amazing for beginners! - Looks great, performs well. Review: . - Too much heavy ## Features - The multi-award winning Pacifica Series delivers sublime sound comparable to the quality of a professional guitar / All you need for lessons, jamming or playing in a band - for those about to rock! - Featuring Yamaha quality hardware: comfort-contoured body, vintage-style vibratos and craftsmanship of select tonewoods for an inspiring sound that encourages quick progress for beginning guitarists - A 6-string electric guitar with accurate fret positioning for perfectly tuned sounds as you play further down the neck / Constant, stable and reliable tuning ideal for regular practice - Versatile pick-up combination: two single coils and powerful bridge humbucker unlocks a world of sounds: rock, funk, blues, country and jazz / Quality tuning gears keeps you staying in tune for longer - Items delivered: 1x Yamaha Pacifica Full Size Electric Guitar with Red Metallic lacquer finish / Tremolo Arm / Warranty and guitar info literature ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000MLY7XS | | Back Material Type | Rosewood | | Back material type | Rosewood | | Body Material Type | Agathis | | Body material | Agathis | | Brand | Yamaha | | Brand Name | Yamaha | | Color | Red Metallic | | Colour | Red Metallic | | Connector Type | 6.35 mm mono phone plug | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 995 Reviews | | Fretboard Material Type | Rosewood | | Global Trade Identification Number | 04957812059770 | | Guitar Bridge System | Tremolo | | Guitar Pickup Configuration | H-S-S | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Instrument | Guitar | | Instrument Size | 108 cm x 45.01 cm x 10.01 cm | | Item Dimensions | 108 x 45 x 10 centimeters | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 108L x 45W x 10H centimeters | | Item Type Name | Electric Guitar | | Item Weight | 7.5 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Yamaha | | Manufacturer Part Number | GPA012RM | | Material Type | Agathis Wood | | Model Name | PAC012 | | Model Number | PA012RM | | Neck Material Type | Maple | | Neck material type | Maple | | Number of Strings | 6 | | Scale Length | 648 mm | | Sound Profile | Clear and brilliant sound | | String Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Top Material Type | Agathis Wood | | Top material type | Agathis Wood | | UPC | 086792641348 | ## Product Details - **Back material type:** Rosewood - **Body material:** Agathis - **Brand:** Yamaha - **Colour:** Red Metallic - **Top material type:** Agathis Wood ## Images ![Pacifica 012 Full Size Electric Guitar - Red Metallic (GPA012RM) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51DZUncOC6L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this authentic** A: I think yes. This is a nice guitar. You may need to replace the strings with 1-2 months of use ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great guitar for the price, amazing for beginners! *by G***M on 25 November 2019* Looks great, performs well. ### ⭐ . *by G***D on 26 June 2024* Too much heavy ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ mycket bra och snabbt *by A***N on 21 March 2024* mycket bra gitarr och snabbt levererat ## Frequently Bought Together - Yamaha PAC012 - Red Metallic 6-string Electric Guitar - New bee Guitar Cable 10ft Electric Instrument Bass AMP Cord for Electric Mandolin, Pro Audio (Right Angle to Straight, Black) - Amazon Basics Adjustable Folding Guitar Stand, A-shape, Fully Assembled - For School Music Program, Concerts & Multiple Users, Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253440301-pacifica-012-full-size-electric-guitar-red-metallic-gpa012rm](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/253440301-pacifica-012-full-size-electric-guitar-red-metallic-gpa012rm) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-11*