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NAMM 2024: Can a Yamaha Pacifica ever be worth $2,000? We played the new Pacifica Professional to find out
By Michael Astley-Brown published
Forget the name: there’s a lot more to Yamaha’s new flagship than you might think, including some genuine industry firsts

NAMM 2024: With the $2,199 Pacifica Professional, Yamaha is hoping to prove the beginner workhorse has thoroughbred potential. Can it persuade players to pay a higher price for an entry-level name?
By Matt Parker published
The firm's new Japanese-made Professional and Standard Plus models are challenging perceptions of the enduringly popular Pacifica

If I hadn’t bought a Spark last Black Friday, I’d pull the trigger this year – or else I’d pick up one of these killer cheap amp deals
By Matt Parker published
There are some big deals to be had on small amps right now

Yamaha, Korg and Roland named among five instrument firms facing UK class action lawsuit for fixing prices
By Matt Parker published
The move follows similar action taken against Fender in 2022, with UK customers potentially due compensation

Yamaha FG9M review – a classic square-shoulder dreadnought combining old-world craftsmanship and state-of-the-art technology
By Chris Gill published
A reminder, if needed, that Yamaha can also make high-end acoustic instruments to take your breath away

The Yamaha hand-crafted FG9 M acoustic combines old-world craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology
By Guitar World Staff published
Elegant, pro-quality six-string boasts Adirondack spruce top, mahogany back, sides and neck, Japanese-inspired appointments and more

Best electric guitars under $2,000 2025: high-end guitars for intermediate and pro players
By Chris Corfield last updated
Discover superior tone and playability with our round-up of sub-$2k axes – from Teles to seven-strings

Best beginner classical guitars 2025: Plus the top Spanish guitar for beginners
By Chris Corfield last updated
Our expert round-up of the best classical guitars for beginners, with amazing budget nylon offerings from brands including Yamaha, Cordoba, Takamine and Epiphone

NAMM 2023: Yamaha unveils what might be its most premium acoustic guitars ever – the FG9 R and FG 9 M
By Matt Owen published
Built using cutting-edge acoustic measurement and 3D structural measurement processes, the two flagship FG9 series six-strings cater to those who are “pursuing the highest level of expression”
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