Folk Guitar Yamaha FG800 Spruce Nato NAT

The Yamaha FG800 is a folk acoustic guitar that continues the tradition of one of the most important series in the history of the brand and of music played in acoustic format.

Over the decades, the FG series has earned a reputation among guitarists of all levels for offering reliable instruments with excellent sound projection and solid construction. This model follows this philosophy and presents itself as a safe choice for those seeking a guitar with good sound, playing comfort, and a balanced price.

The Traditional Western shape provides a wide soundbox, capable of producing generous volume and a full tone, ideal for accompanying vocals, playing open chords, or executing fingerpicking with clarity. The acoustic response of the FG800 remains balanced throughout the frequency range, with consistent bass, defined mids, and clear highs that help each chord stand out naturally.

Much of this sonic character comes from the choice of woods. The solid spruce top offers a quick and dynamic response to touch, allowing each note to project with precision. The nato and okume back and sides add structural stability and contribute to a balanced and consistent sound. This combination of materials allows the guitar to respond well to both more pronounced strumming rhythms and a more delicate fingerpicking style.

The nato neck offers a comfortable and secure feel throughout the entire scale. The rosewood fingerboard maintains a smooth and durable surface for continuous use, promoting fluidity of play and note stability. The 400 mm radius facilitates chords in the first positions and maintains a natural response along the neck, which helps those learning new progressions or developing technique.

The FG800's design maintains the classic style of folk guitars that have marked generations of musicians. The black and white rosette, the discreet fretboard, and the tortoise-shell nail guard create a traditional aesthetic that combines well with the body's glossy natural finish. The matte-finished neck improves the playing feel and allows you to move your hand more easily along the scale.

Yamaha has built its reputation through consistent, durable instruments designed for real musicians. The FG800 demonstrates this philosophy well. It's a guitar that responds predictably, maintains stable tuning thanks to its chrome tuning pegs, and keeps up with extended practice sessions without sacrificing comfort or tonal balance.

For those looking for a folk acoustic guitar with a clear sound, solid construction, and a recognized tradition among guitarists, the Yamaha FG800 emerges as a reliable and inspiring choice, ready to accompany every new song they decide to play or compose.

Specifications: 

• Body shape: traditional western

• Top: spruce 

• Bottom and sides: nato / okume

• Neck: nato

• Fretboard: indian rosewood

• Fingerboard radius: R400mm (15 3/4 ")

• Fretboard length: 650mm (25 9/16 ”)

• Body length: 505mm (19 7/8 ")

• Overall length: 1038mm (40 7/8 ")

• Body width: 412mm (16 1/4 ")

• Body depth: 100-118 mm (3 15/16 ”- 4 5/8”)

• Nut width: 43mm (1 11/16 ”)

• Spacing between strings: 11.0mm

• Nut and saddle: urea

• Pins: black ABS with white dot

• Tuning machines: TM29 chrome die-cast

• Bridge: indian rosewood

• Binding: black

• Rosette: black and white

• Pickguard: turtle imitation

• Finish: gloss

• Neck finish: matt

• Strings: Yamaha FS50BT or D'Addario EXP11

• Wrench lug: hexagonal