Yamaha FS800 NT

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Yamaha FS800 NT

Yamaha

FS800 NT

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 468046
Brand: Yamaha
Model: FS800 NT
Price: $372.90

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The FS800 NT is a really solid choice for players looking for a dependable, comfortable acoustic that doesn’t break the bank. The solid top gives it a noticeable tonal boost compared to all-laminate guitars, and the slightly shorter scale makes it easy to play, especially for beginners or those who prefer a more intimate feel. It's a great all-rounder for strumming, fingerpicking, and general practice.

Product Description

  • Yamaha FS800 NT
  • Acoustic Guitar
  • Top: solid spruce
  • Back and sides: laminated nato/okoume
  • Neck: Nato
  • Fingerboard: Walnut
  • Scale: 634 mm
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • 20 Frets
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Natural
PROS
  • • Solid spruce top delivers a bright, focused acoustic tone with good projection.
  • • Nato/okoume back and sides offer a balanced warmth, avoiding excessive boxiness.
  • • Walnut fingerboard provides a smooth playing experience and pleasing aesthetics.
  • • Comfortable 634mm scale length and 43mm nut width suit various playing styles.
CONS
  • • Laminated back and sides limit the overall resonance and high-end complexity.
  • • Nato neck, while stable, lacks the premium feel of mahogany or maple.
  • • Natural finish can show fingerprints and minor blemishes more readily.

Product Video

Key Features

Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Laminated Nato/Okoume
Neck Material Nato
Fingerboard Walnut
Scale Length 634 mm
Frets 20
Electronics None
Weight Approximately 1.8 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It offers a good balance of features and affordability; the solid top is a key differentiator versus many similarly priced guitars, providing better tone.
The 43mm nut width provides ample space for fingerstyle playing and accommodates larger hands comfortably, though it’s not exceptionally wide.
Yes, the natural finish highlights any imperfections, so it's best to be mindful and consider a skin or polish for added protection.

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