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Yamaha
Description
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 Natural
Yamaha FGX830C Folk Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Yamaha FGX830C Folk Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Features
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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4.5

6 Reviews

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Best Uses
  1. Practicing5
  2. Jamming3
  3. Small Venues3
Cons
  1. none1
  2. had fret buzz on G and B action was high1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced3
  2. Novice3
Pros
  1. Fun To Play4
  2. Good Audio4
  3. Good Feel4
  4. Stays In Tune3
  5. Consistent1

Reviewed by 6 customers

  • Not a better guitar at his price point!

    5

    submitted2 months ago

    byBob

    fromMilwaukee

    I have owned a variety of guitars along my guitar playing journey and this Yamaha simply the value at this price point!

  • Very nice guitar

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year 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 Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byJames

    fromcolorado

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    pratice, construction is good.

  • New player here. Still learning.

    5

    submitted6 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

    submitted7 years ago

    byScary Gerry.

    fromSacramento Ca.

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

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  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byTim the Titan

    fromLogan Co. Ohio

    Is this guitar available at your Dayton, Ohio store?

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

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byEd

    fromCary, Il

    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?

    Open Reply - Beau
    No, unfortunately not.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byFrank

    fromundisclosed

    Is folk or concert larger?

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