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Yamaha

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Derived from the FG830 which has a solid spruce top and rosewood back/sides, the FGX830C has a cutaway body and the electric system. Yamaha's proprietary under-saddle piezo pickup and System66 analog preamp ensure the solid plugged-in performance. 

Yamaha Scalloped Bracing
This FG has louder and stronger sound in the low- to mid-ranges, thanks to cutting-edge acoustic analysis technology developed by the Yamaha R&D Division. Yamaha’s engineers have achieved this sound by utilizing analysis and simulation to arrive at the best bracing design without depending on tradition or guesswork. This analysis led to the development of a new scalloped bracing pattern, a new and ideal acoustic structure that maintains the durability of the top board while bringing out the most sound the Yamaha FG has to offer. 

System66 Preamp/Pickup System
System 66 feature an under-saddle piezo pickup developed by Yamaha. Controls include a 3-band EQ, an adjustable mid-range frequency control, and a precision chromatic tuner for optimum sound tailoring. The system is powered by easy to obtain AA-size batteries that provide a stable power supply for improved sound quality.

Case sold separately.
Yamaha FGX830C Folk Acoustic-Electric Guitar Black
Yamaha FGX830C Folk Acoustic-Electric Guitar Black
Yamaha FGX830C Folk Acoustic-Electric Guitar Black

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Body
  • Body type: Traditional Western
  • Cutaway: Single
  • Top wood: Solid Spruce
  • Back & sides: Rosewood
  • Bracing pattern: Scalloped
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Not specified
  • Nut width: 1.69 in. (43 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Neck wood: Nato
  • Scale length: 25.5 in.
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: Matte
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Yes
  • Brand: Yamaha
  • Configuration: Undersaddle piezo
  • Preamp EQ: 3-band
  • Feedback filter: No
  • Tuner: Yes
Other
  • Headstock overlay: None
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast chrome
  • Bridge: Rosewood
  • Saddle & nut: Urea
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features: Pickup System
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories: Hex Wrench 2 x AA Batteries
  • Country of origin: China

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4.4

5 Reviews

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Best Uses
  1. Practicing4
  2. Jamming2
  3. Small Venues2
Cons
  1. none1
  2. had fret buzz on G and B action was high1
Describe Yourself
  1. Novice3
  2. Experienced2
Pros
  1. Fun To Play3
  2. Good Audio3
  3. Good Feel3
  4. Stays In Tune2

Reviewed by 5 customers

  • Very nice guitar

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 months ago

    byJoel

    fromPeoria Arizona

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Beautiful guitar, quality craftsmanship!

  • i would buy again at discount price not full price

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byJames

    fromcolorado

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    pratice, construction is good.

  • New player here. Still learning.

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byKen

    fromMichigan

    I have not been playing for a long time so take this review knowing that. I have had this Yamaha FGX 830 for close to a year now and I was a total beginner. (I didn't even know how to make a D chord). I have practiced and it's brought me great joy. The only thing I wish Yamaha would have done was had a strap button on the front rather than tying at the nut. I really don't think I could have asked for a better guitar to learn on. Well maybe I could but really didn't know how much I was going to enjoy it. Over all I am happy with it. Stays in tune and looks great.

  • I would not guy this item aga

    3

    submitted6 years ago

    byDee

    fromphoenix az.

    Perform and practice

  • Yes

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byScary Gerry.

    fromSacramento Ca.

    I play mostly country. This is a great Guitar for that. Nice clear tone.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byTim the Titan

    fromLogan Co. Ohio

    Is this guitar available at your Dayton, Ohio store?

    Is this guitar available at your Dayton, Ohio store?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I'm sorry, it is not available locally.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byEd

    fromCary, Il

    Are the back and sides solid rosewood or laminated rosewood for the FGX830C

    Are the back and sides solid rosewood or laminated rosewood for the FGX830C

    Open Reply - Gear-Advisor
    The back and sides are laminated.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byP-diddy

    fromAuburn, AL

    Do you have this at your Montgomery store?

    Do you have this at your Montgomery store?

    Open Reply - Beau
    No, unfortunately not.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byFrank

    fromundisclosed

    Is folk or concert larger?

    Is folk or concert larger?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    It depends on the model, but typically they are about the same size.