YAMAHA FG800 Solid Top Acoustic Guitar,Natural,Guitar Only

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The spruce top kept the tones snappy and bright, which gave it a nice shimmering top end with enough punch to keep things sounding full. When played with arpeggiated chords or fingerstyle, the note separation was far better than expected, with bell like clarity. Another aspect in which both instruments differ is in sound and tone. The FS800’s smaller body profile omits a brighter, more present tone. Perfect for new, developing, and seasoned players on a budget. The FG Series offers high-quality instruments with great tone and playability. Yamaha's legendary quality control ensures that the guitar is setup to the same specifications as their high-end instruments. An outstanding playing experience with an affordable price tag. Improve and develop your skills with Yamaha's solid top acoustic guitar. Sound that just keeps giving The FG800 was a top player during our test sessions. It was big and bold, and far outperformed its price tag (and our expectations). It was well set up right out of the box, with a nice medium height action,

Sustain was a strong suit for the FG800, especially when strumming open chords. This was largely helped by the improved scalloped bracing, which not only gave it superb sustain, but also provided it with huge presence and awesome projection. Fender CD60S : Coming in around the same price, the Fender CD60S is another solid top dreadnought aimed squarely at the beginner guitarist.Has some nice features such as cream plastic binding that result in a nice-looking guitar (though admittedly these are purely cosmetic). Part of this guitars magic is down to the Scalloped Bracing used in its construction. The result is an acoustic guitar that is robust and reliable, without compromising the flexibility of the top wood, giving the guitar a better bass response and a rich and resonant character. Pros: it’s quite a bright tone I’d say a 7 on a scale of 1 to 10 with 1 being super warm and 10 being super bright. But everyone’s ear is different. The Materials Now that we have established the primary difference between these two models let’s further investigate what makes them such a good option for anyone looking for a quality acoustic on a budget. Features

Even Yamaha’s lower priced guitars tend to have reasonable tone – and the FG800 is no exception. It has Yamaha’s typical nice even tone. It’s nothing exciting or unique but it’s solid and balanced. These guitars both feature a solid Sitka Spruce top that provides a clear and sharp tonality , often associated with instruments that boast a much heftier price tag. Like I said above too high for my tastes. This is something that can be adjusted. If you like this guitar (and it’s price!) but you want a lower action it’s worth spending a little bit to get it set up lower – or if you know how to lower it yourself. Nut Width However, the instrument is a promising one for beginners and intermediate guitarists alike. With a solid top, balanced high-end and low-end sounds, scalloped bracing, and classic dreadnought looks, the Yamaha FG800 offers surprisingly good tone for the price. In this Yamaha FG800 acoustic guitar review, we'll delve into what sets this instrument apart. Things To Consider Before Buying An Entry-Level Acoustic Guitar Great projection, especially when compared to guitars with a similar design but a higher price tag.How new to playing you are is probably a factor – if you’re starting out, the FG800 is perhaps the best choicebecause it is less expensive, and you’re unlikely to hear the difference in sound you would get with the FG830.