Yamaha FS800 SDB
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Yamaha
FS800 SDB
Product Info
Article Number:
468051
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
FS800 SDB
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$349.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The FS800 SDB is a solid, dependable acoustic – a great value for a student or gigging musician needing a reliable workhorse. The spruce top gives it a lively voice, and the comfortable neck makes it easy to play for extended periods. It’s not a high-end boutique instrument, but it’s a fantastic package for the money.
Product Description
- Yamaha FS800 SDB
- Steel-String Guitar
- Solid spruce top
- Laminated Nato / Okume back and sides
- Nato neck
- Walnut fretboard
- 20 Frets
- 43 mm Nut width
- 634 mm Scale
- Chrome hardware
- Finish: Sand Burst
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a surprisingly bright and responsive tone.
- • Nato/Okume back and sides offer good resonance for the price point.
- • Walnut fretboard provides a smooth playing experience and warm undertones.
- • Comfortable 43mm nut width suits players transitioning from electric or larger acoustics.
CONS
- • Nato neck, while stable, lacks the premium feel of mahogany or maple.
- • Laminated back and sides limit the guitar's potential for complex overtones.
- • Sand Burst finish is a bit generic and lacks visual distinction.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Laminated Nato / Okume
Neck Material
Nato
Fingerboard
Walnut
Scale Length
634 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 4.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It offers a more robust build and better tone than many similarly priced guitars, but lacks the visual flair of some competitors.
The 43mm nut width and standard C-shape profile are generally comfortable, though players preferring a thinner neck might find it a touch thick.
While not a dreadnought, the solid top and decent body size provide adequate projection for smaller venues and campfire settings.
