What Nobody Tells You About Yamaha FS5 & FG5

What’s it really like owning a Yamaha Red Label guitar long term? In this video I share some honest rants and raves after spending real time with Yamaha’s modern Red Label lineup including guitars like the Yamaha FG3, Yamaha FGX3, Yamaha FG5, Yamaha FGX5, Yamaha FS3 , Yamaha FSX3, Yamaha FS5 and FSX5. These guitars have become incredibly popular thanks to their vintage vibe, solid wood construction, and excellent value. But like any guitar, they’re not completely perfect. In this video I talk about a few things that owners should be aware of, including: • Neck angle inconsistencies that sometimes show up on Red Label models • The quirks of the Atmosfeel pickup system battery box and jack assembly • Long-term ownership observations • Why these guitars are still incredibly fun to play despite a few annoyances Think of it a bit like owning a vintage sports car… sometimes the quirks are part of the charm. Even with a few small issues, the Yamaha Red Label series remains one of the most interesting and enjoyable modern acoustic guitar lines available. If you own one, or are thinking about buying one, this video should give you some useful perspective. Let me know in the comments: Have you experienced any quirks with your Yamaha Red Label? 00:00 Introduction 01:20 Atmosfeel Pickup Jack assembly 04:20 Neck Angle discussion 05:30 Concluding remarks #yamaha #acousticguitar #yamahaRedLabel #guitarreview