Yamaha FG840 Solid Top Flamed Maple Acoustic Guitar
- Sitka spruce top, non-laminated
- Flamed maple back and sides
- Rosewood fingerboard, nato neck
- Dreadnought body
- Adjustable truss rod
- 1 year warranty
Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A bright, clear dreadnought for strummers who want each note in a chord to ring distinctly and like the look of flamed maple. It has no pickup, so stage use needs a mic or an added pickup.
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ASIN: B01CFOAI9QModel: FG840Category: Steel String Acoustic Guitars
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Overview
Beginners and strummers who want a clear voice and a striking back get a dreadnought with an unlaminated Sitka spruce top over flamed maple sides. The neck carries an adjustable truss rod for setup changes.
Maple back and sides produce a transparent sound where chord notes stay separate, and the flamed figure looks upscale. There is no pickup, and nothing beyond the guitar is listed in the box.
Who it's for
Home players, songwriters and campfire strummers get a full size dreadnought with a crisp voice. Stage performers who need electronics should choose a model with a pickup instead.
Pros and cons
- Unlaminated spruce top
- Flamed maple back and sides
- Clear, articulate chords
- Adjustable truss rod
- Case not included
- Bright tone may feel thin to some
Performance notes
An unlaminated spruce top vibrates freely for volume, while maple's stiffness emphasizes clarity over warmth. The dreadnought body adds low end to balance the bright maple character.
Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | FG840 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Instrument Size | Dreadnought |
| Item dimensions | 42.5 x 20.7 x 6.1 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Sitka spruce, non-laminated |
| Back Material Type | Flamed maple |
| Body Material Type | Maple |
| Fretboard Material Type | Rosewood |
| Color | Natural |
| Neck Material Type | Nato |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Sound Profile | Bright and clear |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
Can the Yamaha FG840 neck be adjusted?
Yes, the guitar has an adjustable truss rod. The listing does not describe the adjustment tool or procedure.
Does the Yamaha FG840 have a pickup?
No pickup is listed, so it is an acoustic only guitar.
What does the Yamaha FG840 sound like?
Bright and clear, with each note in a chord audible, thanks to the flamed maple back and sides.
Does the Yamaha FG840 come with a case?
No. The included components list the guitar only.