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Description

Discover the Yamaha RGX612S, a solid body electric guitar that blends classic design with modern innovation, perfect for both beginners and seasoned players seeking a reliable and versatile instrument. This model is renowned for its innovative pickup configuration, offering a dynamic range of sounds that cater to a variety of musical genres, from rock to jazz.

The RGX612S features a sleek, contoured body that ensures comfort during long playing sessions, while its neck is crafted for smooth playability, making it ideal for fast-paced solos and intricate riffs. The guitar's double-cutaway body design allows for easy access to higher frets, giving you the freedom to explore the full range of the fretboard without restriction.

Equipped with a locking tremolo system, the RGX612S provides excellent tuning stability, even during aggressive whammy bar usage. Its high-output pickups deliver crisp, clear tones and sustain, ensuring your sound cuts through the mix, whether you're on stage or in the studio. The controls are intuitively placed, allowing you to effortlessly shape your tone and volume on the fly.

Key Features:

  • Solid body electric guitar with a contoured design for enhanced comfort
  • Innovative pickup configuration for a versatile sound range
  • Locking tremolo system for superior tuning stability
  • Double-cutaway body for easy access to higher frets
  • High-output pickups providing clear tones and sustain
  • Smooth neck for fast playability and intricate riffs
  • Intuitive control layout for easy tone and volume adjustments

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Features and functionality

  • The Yamaha RGX612S includes a proprietary RM 2 tremolo system, which can make finding replacement parts challenging.

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Use cases and applications

  • This guitar was extensively used by Scott Putesky (Daisy Berkowitz) on Marilyn Manson's albums "Portrait of an American Family" and "Antichrist Superstar."

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Value and pricing

  • '80s Yamaha guitars, like the RGX612S, are gaining collector interest, causing prices to rise, but some can still be found for around $200 needing repairs.

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