Yamaha FG82012 Folk Acoustic Guitar, 12-String

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Create tons of chime and chorus-type effects with this 12-string acoustic. The solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides offer superior balanced tone.

The 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 the new scalloped bracing pattern, an ideal acoustic structure that maintains the durability of the top board while bringing out the most sound the Yamaha FG has to offer.

50 Years of History

The history of Yamaha's FG series started in 1966 with the release of the FG180 and FG150. Over the 50 years since its introduction, we have developed and produced several generations of FG -- all of which have made FG the ideal acoustic for contemporary players. In all, there have been over 200 FG models since 1966.

Made in Yamaha

Every aspect of an FG is crafted to make a better guitar. From painstakingly cured and dried woods to beautiful hand-sprayed finishes and detailed quality control checks each and every FG is made to be a lifelong partner.

Mahogany Back & Sides

Rich midrange Warm and strong sound Quick response

Features

- 12-strings Model
- Traditional Western Body
- Solid Spruce Top
- Mahogany Back & Sides
- Newly Developed Scalloped Bracing
- Warm and Strong Sound
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- Body Shape: Traditional Western
- Scale Length: 634mm (25")
- Body Length: 505mm (19 7/8")
- Total Length: 1072mm (42 3/16")
- Body Width: 412mm (16 1/4")
- Body Depth: 100-118mm (3 15/16"- 4 5/8")
- Nut Width: 46mm (1 13/16")
- String Spacing: 10.0mm
- Top Material: Solid Spruce
- Back Material: Mahogany
- Side Material: Mahogany
- Neck Material: Nato
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: R400mm (23 5/8")
- Bridge Material: Rosewood
- Nut Material: Urea
- Saddle Material: Urea
- Bridge Pins: Black ABS with White Dot
- Tuners: Die-cast Chrome(TMW28)
- Body Binding: Cream
- Soundhole Inlay: Black + White
- Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
- Body Finish: Gloss
- Neck Finish: Matt
- Strings: D'Addario EXP36
- Color: Natural
- Accessories: Hex Wrench

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging

Base Item

  • Shipping Weight: 7.5 lbs
  • Shipping Dimensions: 44 x 21 x 6 in
  • Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): FG820-12

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 866-430-2652
Web: https://usa.yamaha.com/support

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (7 ratings)
Submitted August 13, 2016 by Max H in Brisbanr, NA

"Top marks for a well made guit"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Yamaha's quality shines through again. I own a few vintage FG's, and their attention to detail, playability and overall craftsmanship has not been lost through the years. The FG820-12 is bright and boomy, with no buzz and perfect intonation out of the box. Beginners may want to tune down and implement a capo or have a luthier lower the action a little. I also appreciate the lack of ability to 'plug in', as this is usually done with an under-saddle piezo pickup which in my opinion ruins sound transfer for the acoustic purists. For serious tone, an upgraded 'Brazilian bloodwood' nut and saddle with improve tenfold. 5 stars on most accounts for this little beauty. A real musical companion - on a fair budget - with the enticement of affordable upgrades to really compete with the big end of town.

Musical Background:

15 years social playing

Musical Style:

Anything I can acoustify.
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