Yamaha Acoustic Solid Spruce Top FG820, Natural, Solid Top

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One minor tweak on this model compared to those in the past has really helped out the sound quality. The scalloped bracing design does a very good job balancing the tones and giving it an authentic sound at all times. The best part is nothing is sacrificed with this change. An acoustic guitar can sometimes be a little bit hard to hear, especially when it comes to cheaper models. The rich tones have really good projection overall, which is positive for someone trying to learn guitar for the first time. They will be able to hear exactly what they are playing. It also helps for those people who are performing with the guitar. The sound is going to come through instead of getting drowned out. As a professional guitar player and recording studio owner, I had the chance to work with artists owning the different versions of the Yamaha guitars from the FG series. The guitar does a pretty good job on the lower end of range, but it does struggle a little bit with high range sounds. If a person is wanting to play a guitar in a higher range, they might need to look elsewhere for a model that might be a little bit better sounding. Delivering the perfect combination of quality and affordability, this guitar is perfectly positioned for the beginner guitarist, however, players of all abilities can appreciate the sophisticated warm tonality on offer. Yamaha Craftsmanship

The finger board is also pretty durable, as Yamaha uses a cream plastic. It does not seem to be anything out of the ordinary compared to other options out there. When comparing the FG820 to other Yamaha guitars, some key differences can be noted. Firstly, the FG820 has a dreadnought body shape, which offers a powerful and balanced tone. Additionally, the FG820 is known for its affordability, making it a popular choice among beginners and intermediate players.The Yamaha FG is a series introduced in 1966, proving that acoustic guitars do not need to cost fortunes. The FG820 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar is the perfect example, with a fantastic combination of playability, musical tone, and the outstanding build. This guitar still retains the traditional design but improved features that make it ideal to perform with today. Traditional and Classy Looks The acoustic guitar has a very warm sound overall, and it probably does best playing country songs and the blues. Other types of songs can be played as well, but the sound really comes through in those genres. To enhance the FG820, players have found that making certain modifications can greatly improve its performance. Customizing the FG820 allows musicians to personalize their instrument and optimize its sound. Speaking of the strings, this is about the only part of the guitar that is a minor disappointment. They aren’t terrible strings, but they certainly could be better when looking at the quality of the rest of the guitar. Yes, they can always be replaced, but it is a bit of a nuisance when buying a brand-new guitar. Beginners might not notice that much, but those who are a little bit more skilled might be able to tell.

USED products: 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. 4% for each additional year. The history of Yamaha‘s FG series started in 1966 with the release of the FG180 and FG150. Over the 50 years since its introduction, we have developed and produced several generations of FG - all of which have made FG the ideal acoustic for contemporary players. One of the dreaded sounds with any guitar is buzzing. It usually happens with cheaper models, but it can be fixed fairly easily. Most of the time, all it really takes is an upgrade in strings. Once the current strings that come with the guitar wear out, think about investing in higher quality strings later on. It is going to cost a little bit more, but the buzzing issue will not be a problem. Another modification that can be done is replacing the saddle with real bone. This can improve the guitar's intonation and overall playability. Sound is the best part of Yamaha’s FG820. The use of woods in the body of this guitar is super smart. The entire body except the top is Mahogany. This gives a beautiful warmth to the sound of this guitar. However, just the warmth is not enough. Therefore, Yamaha used Sitka Spruce for the top. This adds a little brightness to the warm tone. Therefore, the tone of FG820 is impressively balanced. It is warm as needed, and bright as needed too. The dreadnought body is large enough to amplify the sound enough. It sounds dominating and large. Additionally, Yamaha has introduced a new cutting-edge acoustic technology in their FG series. It is called a scalloped bracing pattern, which was developed after years of research by Yamaha’s R&D. Apart from increasing the durability of the top, it does an impressive tweaking to the sound. With a scalloped bracing pattern, the body amplified lows and mids a little more than the highs. This way, the overall sound of the guitar becomes excessively loud and still does not get sharp. That really is a super-smart solution. Price

FG800 Series

Let’s first talk about how amazing the guitar looks first glance. While it may be darker than what’s appeared in the photos, it’s what actually makes the FG820 look more attractive. It has the rich tones and excellent projection, which can be heard throughout the room. Whether you’re playing alone or performing a gig, you will enjoy using the guitar without the worry of it being drowned out by other noises in the environment. Robust Strength and Durability

Yamaha’s engineers have achieved this sound by utilizing analysis and simulation to arrive at the best bracing design without depending on tradition or guesswork. I’ve been around Yamaha guitars lovers for years (I played a lot of them too) and got caught up in the debate about the F830, FG820, and FG800. That’s why I decided to take all three instruments for a spin and provide you with my findings. Anyone who is familiar with Yamaha understands that the FG series has been around since the 1960s. It has always been an affordable model for people who are just starting out. No one should be expecting the best sound in the world from these guitars, but they still hold up well against others in the same price range. Because laminated wood is composed of many planks or layers bonded together with glue, it does not vibrate in the same way solid wood does. Glued planks don’t move together as solid wood does, so they struggle against the strings. The sound is monotonous, inharmonic, and rapid decay as a result of this. I just came from my local music store having had the chance to play the new FG-830 and the new FG-800. The new scalloped bracing design has made a significant improvement in what was already an excellent instrument. The bass response from these 2 guitars is truly remarkable. And that was with the crappy factory strings Yamaha puts on them going out the door. Of the two I played, I preferred the 830, but have to say the strings on the 830 were in better shape than those on the 800.

It’s not worth really comparing this guitar to some of the higher end Yamahas, because that is not what this guitar is for. Beginners really should just determine which sound they like best when shopping around.

It has the traditional design the FG series has followed throughout the years, which makes it an excellent guitar to play for those wanting the classic style when onstage. Whatever your ability, if you want a high-quality 12-string guitar that will sing performance after performance, but don’t wish to venture into the higher price range usually associated with 12-strings, the Yamaha FG820-12 12 String Acoustic Guitar is well worth your consideration. One of the best selling lines of acoustic guitars in the world now looks and sounds even better! For over 40 years, millions of musicians have used the Yamaha FG as the perfect tool to express their music. FGs gained the respect due to thet quality, dependability, playability and value. This newest range has a number of pretty nice features that will make people satisfied overall. Not only does it have the best overall tone ever, but the playability and quality has been tweaked as well. Here is a closer look at some of the specifics. The woods that are used, Sitka Spruce, Mahogany, and Rosewood, are all of extremely high quality. These woods do not wear out anytime soon. It would be safe to say that this guitar would last for ages. In fact, the sound and playing keep getting better with time. Moreover, the guitar also has a gloss finish over woods, which further keeps them safe and increases their life. Two, the crème binding on fingerboard adds some more years to the guitar. It is often assumed that durability and longer life comes only with higher prices. That, evidently, is not true for Yamaha’s FG820. Sound qualityFinally, it is hard to beat the pricing for this guitar when compared the other beginner guitars. Not only is it from a true name brand, but the parts are going to be hard to beat as well. The Yamaha FG820 is a fairly new release, but other reviewers are already labeling it as one of the best in the acoustic series. Since it is so affordable, many beginners are considering it as a first real guitar. Can it provide a solid sound to encourage people enough to keep playing? Here’s a closer look at the guitar. While this is a very solid guitar overall, it is not perfect. There are just a few cons to point out, but they are worth noting. The Yamaha FG800, FG830, and FG820 are all solid-top acoustic guitars with similar body shapes, but there are some differences between them. With a traditional Western body, it is going to take something crazy for the guitar to break. There are certain parts of the guitar that might be more vulnerable, but the body in general is one of the sturdiest out there in this class. Even the finish on the body is very durable, and it will be hard to tell age unless a person closely examines the guitar.