Yamaha FSX800C Acoustic Folk Guitar
Description
Yamaha FSX800C Acoustic Folk Guitar | Compact & Versatile

The Yamaha FSX800C Acoustic Folk Guitar is a concert-sized model with a balanced, articulate tone and built-in electronics for live and studio applications. Featuring a solid spruce top, scalloped bracing, and a comfortable cutaway body, this guitar is perfect for fingerstyle and strumming alike. The FSX800C is an excellent choice for musicians seeking great tone, reliability, and playability in a compact form.
Why We Love It
- Compact concert body shape for comfortable playability.
- Solid spruce top enhances clarity and sustain.
- Scalloped bracing for improved resonance and response.
- System 66 electronics with built-in tuner.
- Cutaway design allows easy access to higher frets.
Key Features
- Solid spruce top for crisp, bright tones.
- Nato back and sides for balanced warmth.
- Scalloped bracing for improved sustain and projection.
- Rosewood fingerboard and bridge for smooth playability.
- System 66 preamp with 3-band EQ and built-in tuner.
Specifications
- Scale length: 634 mm (25 inches).
- Body shape: Concert Cutaway.
- Top material: Solid spruce.
- Back and sides: Nato.
- Neck material: Nato.
- Fingerboard material: Rosewood.
- Bridge: Rosewood.
- Nut width: 43 mm (1 11/16 inches).
- Electronics: System 66 preamp with piezo pickup.
- Finish: Natural.
- String type: Steel.
How Does the Yamaha FSX800C Compare to the Yamaha FSX830C?
The Yamaha FSX800C and FSX830C share similar high-quality features, but the **FSX830C includes rosewood back and sides**, which provide **a deeper, richer tone with more complex overtones** compared to the **warmer midrange of the FSX800C’s nato body**. If you prefer a **fuller, more harmonically complex sound**, the FSX830C is an excellent choice. Learn more about the Yamaha FSX830C Acoustic Folk Guitar.
Who This Guitar is For
- Guitarists looking for a compact, comfortable concert-size guitar.
- Performing musicians who need an acoustic-electric guitar with great playability.
- Players seeking Yamaha’s renowned craftsmanship in a smaller-bodied guitar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yamaha FSX800C good for fingerstyle playing?
Yes! The concert body and solid top provide excellent articulation, making it great for fingerpicking.
Does the FSX800C come with a case?
No, but Yamaha offers optional gig bags and hardshell cases.
Why Buy from Tapestry Music?
- Every guitar is professionally inspected and set up to factory specs before shipping.
- Fast, secure shipping so your guitar arrives in perfect condition.
- We’re musicians, not just a store—real experts to help you find the right gear.
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Order Your Yamaha FSX800C Acoustic Folk Guitar Today
Enjoy the balanced tone and comfortable feel of the Yamaha FSX800C Acoustic Folk Guitar with onboard electronics for live performance and recording. Order today and experience fast, secure shipping from Tapestry Music.
Model: | FSX800C |
Manufacturer: | Yamaha |
Specifications
Natural
Solid Top
Yes