Yamaha FGX800C Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Piezo pickup, 1/4 inch (6.35mm) output jack
- 25.5 inches scale length
- Spruce top, mahogany back and body
- Cutaway body for upper fret access
- 6 strings, right-handed
- 7.5 pounds listed weight
- 1 year warranty via authorized US retailers
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A plug-in ready dreadnought with a spruce top and a cutaway, suited to beginners who also play out. The listing gives no nut width, so check neck feel in hand.
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ASIN: B01DW6A6E8Model: FGX800CCategory: Acoustic-Electric Guitars
Overview
Scalloped bracing under a spruce top drives the sound of the Yamaha FGX800C, a cutaway dreadnought with a piezo pickup and an output jack. A mahogany back and body, a nato neck and a rosewood fretboard round out the build.
Built-in electronics let the same guitar move from the couch to an open mic with no extra gear on the guitar. Yamaha describes the bracing as giving balanced sound without losing strength, and recommends the guitar to beginners. Nut width and onboard controls are not described, so neck feel and tone shaping are unknowns.
Who it's for
Home practice that turns into church, school or open mic sets is the use case here. Players with a small frame, or who want a parlor or concert body, should look at a smaller shape.
Pros and cons
- Piezo pickup with standard output jack
- Cutaway opens access to higher frets
- Scalloped bracing for balanced tone
- Spruce top over mahogany back
- Nut width not listed
- Warranty limited to authorized US retailers
- Spec sheet model name reads FS800
- Full dreadnought body is bulky for small players
Performance notes
Unplugged tone comes from the spruce top and its scalloped bracing, which Yamaha says balances the sound without weakening the top. Plugged in, the piezo pickup senses string vibration, so amplified tone depends on the amp or PA and its EQ more than on the body.
Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | FGX800C |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Scale Length | 25.5 inches |
| Item weight | 7.5 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 42.5 × 20.7 × 6.1 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Instrument Size | Dreadnought |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Spruce |
| Body Material Type | Mahogany |
| Neck Material Type | Nato |
| Fretboard Material Type | Rosewood |
| String Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Natural |
| Back Material Type | Mahogany |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | Piezo |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Body style | Cutaway |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Yamaha FGX800C body?
It is a dreadnought, listed at 42.5 x 20.7 x 6.1 inches, a full-size shape that can feel large for small players.
Does the FGX800C come with a case or cable?
No case, gig bag or cable is listed, so plan to buy them separately.
What strings does the Yamaha FGX800C use?
The spec sheet lists alloy steel strings, so it is a steel-string guitar, not a nylon-string classical.
Is the FGX800C suited to a beginner?
Yamaha recommends it to all beginner guitarists. The cutaway and built-in electronics also suit a player who starts performing.