Yamaha FGX800C NT
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Yamaha
FGX800C NT
Product Info
Article Number:
468037
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
FGX800C NT
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$471.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The FGX800C NT is a fantastic entry point into amplified acoustic guitars. The solid spruce top gives it a lively sound, while the System66 preamp makes it stage-ready. This is perfect for gigging singer-songwriters or students looking for a well-rounded, affordable instrument with good versatility.
Product Description
- Yamaha FGX800C NT
- Steel-String Guitar
- Cutaway
- Solid spruce top
- NATO back & sides
- Nato neck
- Walnut fretboard
- 20 Frets
- 43 mm Nut width
- 650 mm Scale
- Chrome machine heads
- SRT Piezo & System66 Preamp with Tuner
- Finish: Natural
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a bright, articulate voice with good projection
- • System66 preamp provides clean, usable amplified tones with integrated tuner
- • Cutaway allows comfortable access to higher frets for lead playing
- • NATO back and sides offer surprising resonance for its price point
CONS
- • NATO back and sides lack the tonal complexity of mahogany or rosewood
- • Walnut fretboard can feel a little slick for some players’ preferences
- • The SRT Piezo pickup, while functional, isn’t a premium-level acoustic transducer
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
NATO
Neck Material
NATO
Fingerboard
Walnut
Scale Length
650 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
SRT Piezo & System66 Preamp with Tuner
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The System66 offers a more refined EQ and tuner functionality than older Yamaha systems, but it’s still a mid-range preamp – don’t expect boutique-level clarity.
The neck has a fairly standard 'C' shape, which is generally comfortable, but the 43 mm nut width might feel a little snug for those with very large hands.
Yes, the natural finish highlights the wood grain and any imperfections – it’s a beautiful guitar, but you'll want to be mindful of keeping it protected.
