Description

The Yamaha FSX820CBS is a compact concert cutaway electro-acoustic that blends a solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides and Yamaha System-66 electronics into a comfortable, stage-ready package. With its smaller, slim body and Brown Sunburst finish, it is ideal for developing players, singer-songwriters and fingerstyle guitarists who want a warm, focused tone that translates beautifully when plugged in. Derived from the acclaimed FS820 platform, the FSX820CBS adds a convenient cutaway and a powerful under-saddle piezo system, making it equally at home on the sofa, in the studio or on stage. The solid top and newly developed scalloped bracing help the guitar respond dynamically to your touch, while the concert body shape keeps the sound clear and controlled. Comfortable Concert Cutaway Body The FSX820CBS features a compact concert body with a single cutaway, offering a more intimate feel than a full-size dreadnought. The smaller, thinner body is easier to hold and play, particularly for younger or smaller-framed players, and it naturally focuses the midrange for a clear, balanced voice. The cutaway gives you easy access to higher frets, making melodic lines, solos and extended chord voicings far more comfortable. Solid Spruce Top with Scalloped Bracing A solid spruce top sits at the heart of the FSX820CBS, providing a bright, articulate tone with excellent projection. Because it is solid rather than laminated, the top will open up over time, rewarding you with richer harmonics and improved balance the more you play. Yamaha’s newly developed scalloped bracing allows the top to move more freely, enhancing low-end presence and overall volume without sacrificing clarity, so your playing feels lively and responsive. Mahogany Back and Sides for Warmth and Balance Mahogany back and sides complement the spruce top with a warm, rounded character that is perfect for both strumming and fingerpicking. The wood’s natural emphasis on the midrange helps your chords sit beautifully under vocals, while still retaining enough top-end definition for intricate picking patterns. This combination of spruce and mahogany gives the FSX820CBS a versatile voice that works across folk, pop, worship and more. Yamaha System-66 Electronics When it is time to plug in, Yamaha’s proprietary under-saddle piezo pickup and System-66 analogue preamp capture the natural sound of the FSX820CBS with clarity and detail. The onboard preamp offers a 3-band EQ with sweepable mids, so you can quickly shape your tone and tackle feedback-prone frequencies in live situations. A built-in tuner keeps you in tune on the go, and the conveniently placed battery compartment makes changes quick and straightforward. Key Features Compact Concert Cutaway Body – The smaller, thinner concert body is comfortable to hold and play for extended sessions, making it ideal for younger players and anyone who prefers a more manageable size. The single cutaway provides easy access to higher frets for solos and advanced chord shapes. Solid Spruce Top with Scalloped Bracing – A solid spruce top delivers a clear, projecting tone that improves with age, while Yamaha’s scalloped bracing design enhances resonance and low-end response. This gives you a dynamic, expressive acoustic sound that responds beautifully to both light fingerpicking and more aggressive strumming. Mahogany Back and Sides – Mahogany back and sides add warmth and balance to the FSX820CBS, with a rich midrange that supports vocals and blends well in a mix. The combination with the spruce top creates a versatile tonal palette suitable for a wide range of musical styles. Yamaha System-66 Electronics – The under-saddle piezo pickup and System-66 preamp provide a reliable, natural-sounding amplified tone. With a 3-band EQ, sweepable mids and an onboard tuner, you have all the tools you need to shape your sound and stay in tune on stage or in rehearsal. SpecificationsBody Body Shape: Concert Body Style: Single Cutaway Top Wood: Sol…