Yamaha FG800J Review – Great Beginner Acoustic With One Narrow Flaw? | Guitar Tone Tuesday: Ep. 272

#YamahaGuitars #AcousticGuitar #GuitarToneTuesday Today on Guitar Tone Tuesday, we’re checking out the Yamaha FG800J, a short-scale modified dreadnought acoustic that has become one of the most popular beginner guitars on the market. But does it live up to the hype? In this episode, we explore: • The tone and feel of the Yamaha FG800J • How it compares to the standard FG800 • The pros, the quirks, and one narrow design oversight • Different playing styles and how this guitar responds • Why these guitars dominate the beginner acoustic market The Yamaha FG800J features: 🎸 Solid Sitka spruce top 🎸 Laminated nato back & sides 🎸 Mahogany neck 🎸 Rosewood fretboard & bridge 🎸 Yamaha modified dreadnought body 🎸 25” scale length 🎸 Narrow 10mm string spacing 🎸 Beautiful sandburst finish Whether you’re shopping for your first acoustic guitar, looking for a budget-friendly songwriting tool, or just curious how the FG800J sounds, this episode dives deep into what makes this guitar special and where it falls short. Let me know: Would YOU choose the FG800J over the standard FG800? #YamahaFG800J #FG800 #BeginnerGuitar #BudgetAcoustic #AcousticGuitarReview #LucasHaneman 0:00 Up Tempo 6/8 Jam (Exploring the Yamaha FG 800 JS’ Louder Side) 01:29 Greetings Plus Brief Yamaha FG Acoustic Guitar History 02:23 What This Guitar Represents in the Market and Why I Recommend It 02:55 Mellow Hybrid Picking 04:40 Yamaha FG 800 J Guitar Specs 07:05 The One Thing I Don’t Like About This Guitar Compared to Other Yamaha FGs’ 08:20 Folky Finger Style Playing 10:19 Closing Thoughts Plus the Big Question to You