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Yamaha FG820 Acoustic Guitar in Brown Sunburst
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The store is open 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday and bank holidays.
The stock information shows the quantity of units that are available to purchase at the Guildford store and the quantity of units that are available at our off-site Guildford warehouse. These stock levels are updated in real time.
Our Click and Collect service is available at our Guildford store from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am - 5pm on Sunday. You can either choose Click and Collect as your delivery option online or, during store opening hours, call our sales team on 01483 456777 for assistance with placing your order.
If you have placed your order online, you will receive a confirmation email of your order and a separate follow-up text or email to confirm when your item is ready for collection.
Please do not come to the store before you have received the follow-up message, as your order may not yet be ready at the store.
If the only available stock is in our off-site warehouse it can be brought to the store location for you to try - you just need to contact the store within opening hours. Please note any requests received after 3.30pm will not arrive at the store until the following morning.
Please be aware that stock availability can change quickly both online and in-store, so we would always recommend placing your Click and Collect order as soon as possible to reserve your item.
SKU: GFG820BSBII
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Product Description
The Yamaha FG820 is a traditional Western-bodied acoustic that delivers a warm, balanced tone and rock-solid reliability at a price that makes it perfect for beginners and seasoned players alike. With its solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides and classic Brown Sunburst finish, it is a comfortable, great-sounding workhorse that feels instantly familiar whether you are strumming chords, flatpicking or fingerpicking.
Part of Yamaha’s long-running FG series, the FG820 benefits from decades of acoustic design expertise, consistent build quality and a focus on playability. The result is a guitar that inspires confidence from the first strum, with a clear, musical voice that sits well in a mix and responds beautifully to different playing styles.
The solid spruce top is the heart of the FG820’s sound, providing clarity, projection and dynamic range that improve as the guitar is played in over time. Paired with mahogany back and sides, it produces a rich midrange and smooth low end that flatter both vocal accompaniment and solo playing. Whether you are learning your first chords or taking it on stage, the FG820 offers a dependable, expressive platform.
Comfort is key for any acoustic, and the FG820’s neck profile, satin-style matt finish and familiar 650 mm scale length make it easy on the hands during longer sessions. The traditional Western body offers a reassuring feel and volume without being unwieldy, while the gloss body finish and Brown Sunburst colour give it a timeless, stage-ready look that will not go out of style.
Classic FG Heritage
Yamaha’s FG line has been in continuous production since the mid 1960s, earning a reputation for reliability, consistency and value. The FG820 continues that legacy, offering a refined take on the classic dreadnought-style acoustic that feels tried and tested straight out of the box.
Versatile, Player-Friendly Design
The traditional Western body shape delivers a familiar feel and a full, resonant voice that suits strumming, picking and everything in between. A comfortable neck and sensible dimensions make it an ideal choice for beginners, returning players and experienced guitarists looking for a no-nonsense acoustic.
Warm, Balanced Acoustic Tone
Combining a solid spruce top with mahogany back and sides, the FG820 offers a pleasing blend of clarity, warmth and projection. It handles gentle fingerstyle just as well as more aggressive strumming, giving you a dependable sound for practice, performance and recording.
Timeless Brown Sunburst Finish
The Brown Sunburst gloss finish gives the FG820 a classic, vintage-inspired aesthetic that looks as good on stage as it does at home. Subtle yet striking, it complements the traditional design and makes this guitar feel special every time you pick it up.
Features
- Solid Spruce Top - A solid spruce soundboard offers enhanced resonance, projection and dynamic response compared to laminated tops. It will open up and improve tonally over time, rewarding regular playing with an even richer, more expressive voice.
- Mahogany Back and Sides - Mahogany back and sides add warmth and depth to the sound, with a focused midrange that supports vocals and helps chords sound full without becoming boomy. This makes the FG820 a great companion for singer-songwriters and acoustic performers.
- Comfortable Nato Neck with Matt Finish - The nato neck and matt finish provide a smooth, fast feel that reduces stickiness and fatigue during longer playing sessions. Combined with the 650 mm scale length and 43 mm nut width, it offers an easy, approachable playing experience for a wide range of hand sizes.
- Reliable Die-Cast Chrome Tuners - Die-cast chrome tuners help keep the guitar in tune and make string changes straightforward. Their stable, precise operation means you can focus on playing rather than constantly adjusting your tuning.
Specifications
Body
- Body Size: Traditional Western
- Top Material: Solid Spruce
- Back & Sides: Mahogany
- Colour: Brown Sunburst
- Finish Type: Gloss
Neck
- Neck Material: Nato
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale Length: 650 mm (25 9/16")
- Nut Width: 43 mm (1 11/16")
- Neck Finish: Matt
- Nut Material: Urea
Hardware
- Bridge Material: Rosewood
- Saddle: Urea
- Tuners: Die-cast Chrome (TM29T)
