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Description

Unleash your creativity with the Yamaha EG012, a solid body electric guitar designed for both budding musicians and seasoned players seeking a reliable and versatile instrument. Known for its durability and exceptional sound quality, the EG012 is a testament to Yamaha's commitment to crafting guitars that cater to the needs of any guitarist. Whether you're jamming out in your garage or performing on stage, this guitar provides a balanced tone and smooth playability that can handle a wide range of musical styles.

The Yamaha EG012 features a classic double-cutaway design, allowing for easy access to higher frets, making it perfect for solos and intricate chords. Its combination of a maple neck and rosewood fingerboard ensures comfortable playability, while the solid wood body contributes to a full and resonant sound. Equipped with dual humbucking pickups, the EG012 offers a rich, warm tone, with minimal noise and maximum clarity. The five-way pickup selector switch provides a variety of tonal options, ensuring you can create the perfect sound for any genre.

Key Features:

  • Solid body electric guitar with a classic double-cutaway design
  • Maple neck and rosewood fingerboard for comfortable playability
  • Dual humbucking pickups for rich, warm tones
  • Five-way pickup selector switch for versatile sound options
  • Durable construction suitable for various playing environments
Damian Gitaromania

Damian Gitaromania

Yamaha EG 012

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Yamaha EG 012

Damian Gitaromania

Damian Gitaromania

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Critic Reviews

EG012 Review: I have it to take with me to university and back... | Yamaha | Electric Guitars | Reviews @ Ultimate-Guitar.Com

ultimate-guitar.com

The Yamaha EG012 is a budget-friendly guitar that impresses with its versatile sound, especially shining with its powerful bridge humbucker for rock and metal genres. However, it falls short in durability and refinement, with cheap materials and potential rust issues. Not a guitar for live performances, it serves well as a practice instrument or for beginners. Its overall affordable package, including a basic amp and accessories, offers good value, but do not expect it to match the quality of higher-end models. Ideal for those who need a reliable, low-cost option without high expectations.

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joeboult

Great Budget Guitar

My first "serious" electric guitar, after a Wesley Flying V and a Jaxville Jackson copy. It's survived many years of abuse, and has been resurrected with a layer of purple car paint ('cus why not), Iron Gear pickups and Wilkinson hardware. This is by no means a quality instrument, but it's a great beginner guitar and I refuse to pass it on, so it still gets used heavily even in professional shows.

zeperfectionist

Great for learning

I learned to play on one of these, and it was great for that. I can't say it's very good for studio work, but it served its intended purpose well.

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