Yamaha FG850 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar, NaturalAll-mahogany build with scalloped bracing for rich, warm tones.

Solid Mahogany for Rich, Resonant Sound

This dreadnought acoustic guitar delivers a warm, woody tone that appeals to both novice and experienced musicians. While many guitars struggle to balance depth and clarity, the FG850 excels with its innovative scalloped bracing that enhances acoustic performance. Musicians seeking a reliable instrument will find that this guitar not only meets but exceeds expectations in sound quality and craftsmanship.

The Yamaha FG850 is meticulously built from all-mahogany, ensuring a rich tonal character. Its natural finish and attention to detail make it not just an instrument, but a musical companion designed to last through countless performances.

Features

• All‑mahogany body—including solid mahogany top, back, and sides—delivers a warm, woody tone with rich midrange clarity
• New scalloped bracing enhances low‑ to mid‑range projection while preserving top strength
• Traditional dreadnought (Western) body shape offers strong volume and full acoustic presence
• Nato neck with matte finish and rosewood fingerboard provides comfortable playability and a smooth feel
• Rosewood bridge and fingerboard contribute to balanced tone and durable performance
• Attractive natural gloss finish with mahogany and cream binding, tortoise pickguard, and abalone soundhole inlay adds visual elegance

A Great Buy from Calido Guitars

This dreadnought acoustic guitar offers a warm, resonant tone that is perfect for any playing style. Its all-mahogany construction enhances mid-range frequencies, making each note rich and full. With precision scalloped bracing and meticulous craftsmanship, this guitar provides a reliable and enjoyable playing experience for both beginners and seasoned musicians alike.

Full Setup for Playability

New guitars require thorough inspection and setup to ensure they play and sound their best. Most players might not have the tools, knowledge, or time to handle these professional adjustments.

That's why Calido Guitars performs a full setup so your Yamaha FG850 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar arrives ready to play. We adjust the action at the 12th fret for treble and bass balance, optimize the nut and saddle, and ensure neck relief is just right. Frets are dressed, polished, and leveled, while the fretboard is cleaned and lightly oiled. Finally, the guitar is tuned and checked for clarity across all frets.

• Setup for Playability (FREE!)
• Neck Relief Adjusted if Possible (FREE!)
• Frets Dressed and Polished (FREE!)
• Fretboard Cleaned & Oiled (FREE!)
• High Quality Strings (FREE!)
• Tuning Inspection (FREE!)
• Action Adjusted (FREE!)
• Nut & Saddle Adjusted (FREE!)
• Fully Tested (FREE!)

Details

The Yamaha FG850 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar stands out with its rich, resonant tone. Crafted from all-mahogany, this guitar offers a warm, woody sound that highlights the mid-range frequencies. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned players, the FG850 combines tradition with modern innovation.

Built with precision, this guitar features new scalloped bracing patterns that enhance its acoustic performance. Each FG850 is carefully assembled, ensuring a high-quality instrument that musicians can rely on for years.

With its natural finish and meticulous craftsmanship, the Yamaha FG850 is designed to be more than just a guitar; it's a lifelong musical companion. Experience the depth and character of a truly exceptional instrument.

Tone and FeelThe Yamaha FG850 delivers a warm, woody voice with rich midrange presence, thanks to its all-mahogany top, back, and sides and newly scalloped X‑bracing that boosts low‑mid projection and resonance. Its dreadnought body provides solid acoustic volume and a balanced tonal response, making chords and rhythm playing feel full and responsive. The Nato neck and smooth rosewood fingerboard with a 400 mm (15.75″) radius and 650 mm (25.6″) scale offer a familiar, comfortable feel that supports both strumming and fingerstyle. With a 43 mm (1 11/16″) nut width and 11 mm string spacing, it strikes a good balance between playability and articulation. Each instrument is inspected and set up before it ships.

Specifications

Body

• Body Shape                                 Traditional Western
• Body Type                                   Dreadnought
• Body Material Top                     Solid Mahogany
• Body Material Back & Sides     Mahogany
• Body Finish                                 Gloss
• Body Orientation                        Right
• Body Soundhole & Rosette        Abalone with Black + White
• Body Depth                                 100-118 mm
• Bracing                                        Scalloped Bracing

Neck

• Neck Shape       Standard
• Neck Wood       Nato
• Scale Length     650 mm (25 9/16")
• Neck Finish       Matte

Fretboard / Fingerboard

• Fretboard Material     Rosewood
• Fretboard Radius        R400 mm (15 3/4")
• Number of Frets          20
• Inlays                            Dots
• Nut Width                    43 mm (1 11/16")

Headstock

• Headstock Veneer / Overlay     Rosewood
• Tuning Machines                       Die‑cast chrome

Physical Dimensions

• Size                    Dreadnought (Traditional Western)
• Scale Length     25 9/16" (650 mm)
• Height               40 7/8" (1038 mm)
• Depth                 3 15/16"–4 5/8" (100–118 mm)
• Width                16 1/4" (412 mm)
• Weight               4.2–4.55 lb (1.9–2.1 kg)

Hardware

• Bridge Type                          Fixed
• Saddles & Nut                      Urea
• Tuners / Machine Heads     Die‑Cast Chrome (TM29T)
• Hardware Finish                  Chrome

Playability & Setup

• String Spacing                11 mm
• Strings (Brand/Type)     Yamaha FS50BT or D'Addario EXP11

Special Features

• Design & Aesthetics                Gloss natural finish, tortoise‑pattern pickguard, mahogany and cream binding, abalone soundhole inlay
• Cutaway / Access                     No
• Multi‑scale / Fan Fret             No
• Sustain & Resonance Enhancements       Newly developed scalloped bracing enhances volume, projection, and low‑mid resonance

Accessories & Extras

• Case / Gig Bag               None
• Included Accessories     Hex wrench
• Electronic Tuner           No
• Guitar Strap                   No

Other Information

• Country of Manufacture     China
• Series / Model Line              FG Series
• Number of Strings                6
• Guitar Type                          Steel-String Acoustic