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The Yamaha Pacifica SC Professional and the more affordable Standard Plus offer a compelling modern update on the HS T-style
“One of the best electrics out there, at any price”: Yamaha Pacifica SC Professional and Standard Plus review

By Neville Marten Published

Yamaha’s Pacifica range has been a stalwart of the company’s electric guitar lineup since 1990. These new SC models could well represent the pinnacle of that journey

Electric Guitars
Joe Walsh at New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival 2026 via Mark Lachovsky
Joe Walsh becomes the latest guitarist to take a Yamaha Revstar to the stage as the Eagles hit New Orleans

By Phil Weller Published

Adored by Matteo Mancuso and Chris Buck, the fast-rising guitar has now found itself at the heart of one of America’s biggest bands

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Guitarists
Yamaha Pacifica SC Standard Plus
Built to inspire: Yamaha heralds a new era for the Pacifica with long-awaited SC Standard Plus model

By Guitar World Staff Published

Yamaha expands its acclaimed range of Pacifica electrics with the SC Standard Plus – which offers new Reflectone pickups and premium playability

Electric Guitars
Three Fender acoustic guitars leaning against a wall on a wooden floor
Best acoustic guitars under $1,000 in 2026: great tone for less

By Rob Laing last updated

Enjoy superb playability and sound with our guide to the top mid-priced acoustics from the likes of Epiphone, Fender, Martin and more

Acoustic Guitars
Yamaha TAS3 C
Yamaha redefines the concept of the modern acoustic guitar with the TAS3 C TransAcoustic – which puts the entire creative process into one instrument

By Guitar World Staff Published

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The latest evolution of the Yamaha TransAcoustic format is the ultimate all-in-one music-making tool, with built-in effects, looper, and Bluetooth capabilities

Acoustic Guitars
Best electric guitars under $1,000 in 2026: find your ultimate workhorse guitar

By Matt McCracken last updated

Get more for your money with my pick of the top-rated electric guitars below the $1,000 mark

Electric Guitars
Kiki Wong of The Smashing Pumpkins performs onstage during a concert at Gunnersbury Park on August 10, 2025 in London, England
Kiki Wong on how a cheap Yamaha and a Metallica classic changed her musical trajectory

By Janelle Borg Published

Wong went from playing piano and classical music – to shredding, metal and Metallica

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Guitarists
Chris Buck performs on his signature Yamaha guitar during the 2026 NAMM Show Global Media Day at Anaheim Convention Center on January 21, 2026 in Anaheim, California
Chris Buck responds to the backlash against his “Strat baggage” comments

By Matt Owen Published

The British guitar ace says the baggage is his own burden to bear

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Guitarists
Chris Buck sits on a vintage Fender tube amp with his goldtop Yamaha Revstar.
Chris Buck on how Yamaha nailed his new signature Revstar – and why you should reconsider the P-90

By Adam Kovac Published

As a blues-rock player, Buck was told he should be playing something more old-school. But as he explains, the Revstar has everything he needs and more, and you should try one too

Guitarists
Chris Buck with his new Yamaha RS02CB
From Neural DSP's much-anticipated Quad Cortex Mini, to signature Yamaha guitars and Iron Maiden-themed wah pedals, here’s the best stuff you can buy right now from this year's NAMM highlights!

By Daryl Robertson Published

As we recover from the mind-melting amount of new guitar gear announced at NAMM, we take a look at the must-have items that are available right now

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