Yamaha FG800 Solid Top Acoustic Guitar

Great guitar. I was worried about ordering it online ...

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Scott C.

June 24, 2016

Style: Acoustic-ElectricSize: DreadnoughtColor: NaturalConfiguration: Guitar OnlyVerified Purchase

Great guitar. I was worried about ordering it online but it came perfect. It has a crisp, full sound plugged and unplugged. Out of all the guitars I looked at between $300-500 this had the best sound, at least in my opinion. I use it to perform all the time.

34 people found this helpful

Fine Construction, Excellent Design, Superb Value

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Mr. Tea

October 9, 2017

Style: AcousticSize: DreadnoughtColor: NaturalConfiguration: Guitar OnlyVerified Purchase

I purchased this as a replacement for my acoustic guitar of 15 years. I couldn't be more pleased with the purchase. The construction is excellent without gaps or excess glue around joints. The top is solid sitka spruce which is a very attractive feature at any price point let alone $200. The aesthetics on the DG800 are simple and the design on the head stock is painted and will rub off with time. However that has no bearing on the overall fit and finish of this guitar, both of which are excellent for a <$1000 guitar.

The greatest features of this guitar relate to its design. The instrument is quite light and has a good balance between neck and body making it easy to play while standing. Most important is the neck. The neck has a matte finish making playing very smooth even with sweaty hands and features a compound neck profile. Closer to the body the neck is fairly thin and flat making barre chords and individual notes comfortable to play. As you move closer to the head the shape becomes a deeper rounded rectangle that fits nicely in the hand and gives great comfort and support for open chord playing. I cannot say enough about how smooth and comfortable this neck is to play. It is worlds away from the more U shaped profile of my previous acoustic.

All of the above complements the excellent sound of the instrument. The bass is responsive and the treble clear and sweet. The whole package makes this a superb value. In my opinion the neck design alone makes this the best value guitar available. This guitar punches well above its weight competing with instruments $500 more expensive in terms of sound, fit, and design. If you are looking for an acoustic guitar below $700 this needs to be on your list of guitars to test drive.

11 people found this helpful

Massively better than I expected for the price

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Bob Mason

August 31, 2017

Style: AcousticSize: DreadnoughtColor: NaturalConfiguration: Guitar OnlyVerified Purchase

Massively better than I expected for the price. Bought the guitar based on reviews. Haven't played (multiple reasons) for several years. Have owned several top end guitars, but just wanted something to play, out on the porch, at night. The sound is amazing. I did put lighter gauge strings on it, and lower the action just a bit. But a few bucks of added expense makes it play several hundred dollars better. .. impressed, even as it came out of the box.

7 people found this helpful

REMEMBER TO STRETCH THE STRINGS!

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chris

May 7, 2018

Style: AcousticSize: DreadnoughtColor: NaturalConfiguration: Guitar OnlyVerified Purchase

This guitar is an super-ok guitar, i have 0 complaints, $150 well spent, only thing you have to remember is they do not stretch the strings so when you get the guitar and tune it, you have to stretch the strings yourself, i didnt know that and was getting bad buzzing from my E string, but after realizing the strings were not stretched i stretched and re-tuned and the guitar sounds 100 times better! just thought id share that with the rest of you.

6 people found this helpful

Yamaha is the "Toyota Camry" for instruments

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Amazon Customer

July 24, 2017

Style: AcousticSize: DreadnoughtColor: NaturalConfiguration: Guitar OnlyVerified Purchase

The sound is really warm, the strings are close to the fret so it's easier on the fingers, the tuning was a breeze and you can really feel the quality of the product. I got mine used with a quarter size dent on the back, but even then, the sound quality is high, especially for the price. You can't go wrong if you want a cheap guitar with a good quality build and sound.

5 people found this helpful

Excellent starter guitar, with a few modifications

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NorCal2NYC

June 26, 2017

Style: AcousticSize: DreadnoughtColor: NaturalConfiguration: Guitar OnlyVerified Purchase

This is a good acoustic guitar, especially for those just learning. It does need a setup almost immediately, which most guitar shops do. The stock strings are only okay, and an upgrade to Elixir Strings 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings will make a huge difference. Good luck!

5 people found this helpful

Great for our teen daughter

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Chad Hall, MCC

April 12, 2017

Style: AcousticSize: DreadnoughtColor: NaturalConfiguration: Guitar OnlyVerified Purchase

Got this for our teenage daughter for her birthday and she loves it. A super beginner guitar that sounds great and is very playable.

4 people found this helpful

Best guitar for under $200!

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I love this guitar, it has a great sound and it is beautiful. It is great for adult beginners but I would recommend getting a tuner in addition to the guitar.Read more

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Good, solid sound and expert craftmanship. The " blemishes" give the guitar a unique look and in no way detract from the sound.Read more

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DJ TOFI

In love with this baby

I love this guitar. I tweaked nothing. Even tho many reviewers almost persuade me to go do many changes, this guitar sounded amazing out of the box.Read more

Published 1 month ago

Partz

add can be misleading

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Published 1 month ago

ElixxRx66

You Will NOT Find a Better Acoustic For $200!

I was in the market for a smaller acoustic and I was prepared to spend the money on a baby Taylor or a baby Martin....and then I saw this guitar.Read more

tony

Four Stars

so far so good

For this price it’s an amazing easy guitar to play and learn... great sound!

Harry

Five Stars

Excellent value and sound, needs tweaking

This guitar has a very good bold sound and build (excellent value), I ordered a string upgrade, D'Addario EJ15 Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings (the stock strings were...Read more