Description

Compact, comfortable and full of character, the Yamaha FS850 is an all-mahogany concert acoustic that delivers classic, warm tone with a focused, intimate voice. Its solid mahogany top responds beautifully to your playing dynamics, rewarding every strum and picked note with rich, woody resonance that only gets better the more you play. Designed with playability at its heart, the FS850 pairs its smaller body with a smooth matte-finished neck, making it a joy to play for long sessions at home, in the studio or on stage. Whether you are a developing player looking for a high-quality first solid-top acoustic, or a more experienced guitarist wanting a compact writing and recording companion, the FS850 offers inspiring tone and feel in an elegant natural finish. Warm, Classic All-Mahogany Tone The FS850 features a solid mahogany top with mahogany back and sides, giving you that unmistakable warm, rounded tone that has underpinned countless acoustic recordings. Mahogany emphasises the midrange, producing a rich, woody character that sits beautifully in a mix and flatters both strumming and fingerstyle. As the solid top naturally opens up over time, you can expect the sound to become even more resonant and expressive the more you play. Comfortable Concert Body With its compact concert body shape and a body depth of 90 to 110 mm, the FS850 is easy to hold and control, making it ideal for smaller-framed players or anyone who prefers a more intimate feel than a full-size dreadnought. The focused projection of the concert body is perfect for detailed playing, home practice and recording, giving you clarity and balance across the strings without excessive boominess. Smooth, Fast-Feeling Neck A nato neck with a matte finish and a comfortable 43 mm nut width offers a slick, fast-playing feel that suits a wide range of styles. Chords, melodic lines and more intricate passages all feel natural under the fingers, while the slightly shorter 634 mm scale length helps reduce string tension for an easier, more forgiving playing experience. It is a neck that encourages you to explore new techniques and play for longer with less fatigue. Responsive Bracing and Reliable Hardware Inside the body, scalloped X bracing has been carefully voiced to let the solid mahogany top move more freely, enhancing volume, sustain and responsiveness. Even a light touch will bring the guitar to life, while more aggressive strumming is handled with ease. Die-cast tuners and chrome hardware provide stable tuning and a clean, modern look, complemented by a classic tortoiseshell pickguard that protects the top while adding a traditional aesthetic touch. Key Features All-Mahogany Construction – Solid mahogany top with mahogany back and sides delivers a warm, mid-rich voice with a classic, rootsy character that suits folk, blues, singer-songwriter styles and more. Compact Concert Body – The smaller FS body is comfortable to hold and play, especially for smaller players, while offering focused projection that works brilliantly for fingerpicking, flat-picking and recording. Smooth Matte Neck Finish – A nato neck with a matte finish and a 43 mm nut width provides a fast, comfortable feel, making chord changes and intricate passages easier and more enjoyable. Scalloped X Bracing – Carefully engineered bracing allows the solid top to resonate more freely, giving you improved volume, sustain and responsiveness so the guitar reacts instantly to your playing dynamics. SpecificationsBody Top: Solid Mahogany Back: Mahogany Sides: Mahogany Body Depth: 90 – 110 mm Bracing: Scalloped X Construction: Set-In Finish: Natural Neck Neck Wood: Nato Fingerboard: Rosewood Scale Length: 634 mm Nut Width: 43 mm Hardware Bridge: Rosewood Tuners: Die-Cast Pickguard: Tortoiseshell Hardware: Chrome