Yamaha - FG7 R Dreadnought Guitar
Crafted in Japan for singer-songwriters, the Yamaha FG7 R is a dreadnought-style acoustic guitar featuring a Sitka spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides, delivering outstanding projection, rich harmonics, and traditional Japanese design.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Sitka spruce top paired with Indian rosewood back/sides creates balanced projection and harmonic complexity; Japanese construction prioritizes tonal refinement over mass production shortcuts; dreadnought body delivers strong fundamental without excessive midrange mud; traditional bracing supports both fingerstyle articulation and strumming dynamics.
Players transitioning from student models will notice the increased action height and string tension—acclimatization takes 2–3 weeks. Quality hardshell case highly recommended given the price point. Periodic humidity monitoring advised for rosewood stability. Setup by qualified technician ensures optimal playability.
The FG7 R represents disciplined instrument design: Japanese precision applied to tonewoods that deserve the attention. At this price, it competes on sonic character and build integrity rather than flashy aesthetics. A legitimate step up for players serious about acoustic tone.
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FG7 R
Crafted in Japan for singer-songwriters, the Yamaha FG7 R is a dreadnought-style acoustic guitar featuring a Sitka spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides, delivering outstanding projection, rich harmonics, and traditional Japanese design.
- Concert-style body shape produces articulate, dynamic notes
- Solid Sitka spruce top with scalloped X-bracing and a reinforced back combine to deliver powerful projection and responsive tone
- Solid Indian rosewood back and sides produces full lows and rich harmonics
- Rounded V-shaped mahogany neck offers enhanced comfort and playability
- Traditional Japanese aesthetics add a touch of refined and unique character with subtle grace
- The ebony fingerboard and bridge deliver a bright, clear tonal response
- Bone nut and saddle provide clarity, balanced resonance, and enduring sustain
- Gotoh’s eye-catching cosmo black open-gear tuning machines provide reliable performance and durability
- Hardshell case included
- Crafted in Japan
Crafted in Japan. Built to Perform.
The FG/FS7 is the guitar serious players can't live without. Crafted in Japan with the same design philosophy as our flagship FG/FS9, it delivers the tone, response and playability that rewards every hour you've put in.
Powerful Projection and Clarity
The guitar delivers outstanding projection with exceptional clarity and articulate tone, making it an ideal companion for singer-songwriters . This sound is brought to life by features including an optimal scalloped X‑bracing pattern for the Sitka spruce top and a reinforced back, realized through a unique “Acoustic Design” development approach that unites scientific analysis with skilled craftsmanship.
Understated Traditional Japanese Aesthetic
Traditional Japanese aesthetics add a touch of refined and unique character with subtle grace. The inner label is made from traditional washi paper, while the rosette features rope‑shaped inlays inspired by classic Japanese motifs. Fingerboard inlays draw from ancient Kumiki woodworking methods, reflecting the meticulous artistry of Japanese craftsmanship.
Atmosfeel™ Pickup System for Naturally Amplified Sound
Acoustic-electric models are equipped with the Atmosfeel pickup system. The system combines a piezo sensor in the bridge for low frequencies, a microphone for low and midrange frequencies, and our proprietary contact sensor for high frequencies. The result is a full, natural sound with remarkable definition, controlled by simple settings that preserve the guitar's authentic voice.
Two Body Styles, Two Tonewood Voices
With a choice of body shapes and tonewood combinations, the FG/FS7 Series ensures every player can find a guitar that complements their style and brings out their desired tone.
Two body shapes are available: the dreadnought-style FG and the concert-style FS. The FG’s larger, broader body responds superbly to strumming, delivering powerful low frequencies and strong projection, while the smaller FS body delivers a balanced tone with a responsive feel that brings out delicate, detailed arpeggios.
For back and sides, players can choose between solid Indian rosewood, which produces full lows and rich harmonics, and solid African mahogany, known for its warm midrange and rounded overtones.
| Color | Natural |
| Body Shape | Dreadnought Style |
| Scale Length | 650 mm (25 9/16”) |
| Body Length | 505 mm (19 7/8") |
| Total Length | 1,039 mm (40 7/8") |
| Body Width | 412 mm (16 1/4") |
| Body Depth | 100-125 mm (3 15/16" - 4 15/16") |
| Nut Width | 44 mm (1 3/4") |
| String Spacing * | 11.0 mm |
| Top Material | Solid Sitka Spruce |
| Back Material | Solid Indian Rosewood |
| Side Material | Solid Indian Rosewood |
| Neck Material | African Mahogany (One Piece) |
| Fingerboard Material | Ebony |
| Fingerboard Radius | R400 mm (15 3/4") |
| Bridge Material | Ebony |
| Nut Material | Bone |
| Saddle Material | Bone |
| Bridge Pins | Ebony |
| Tuners | Gotoh SXN510 Cosmo Black |
| Body Binding | Black + Cream |
| Soundhole Inlay | Wooden Rope Pattern |
| Pickguard | Tortoise Pattern |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Neck Finish | Satin |
| Electronics | None |
| Controls | None |
| Connections | None |
| Strings | Elixir NANOWEB 80/20 Bronze Light |
| Accessories | Hex Wrench, Certificate of Authenticity |
| Case | Hardshell Case |
| * Measured from the center of one bridge pin to the center of the next bridge pin | |
Yamaha has been a leader in acoustic guitar manufacturing for decades, renowned for combining traditional craftsmanship with meticulous quality control. The company's Japanese heritage emphasizes precision in every detail, from wood selection to finishing, resulting in instruments that balance playability with tonal excellence.
Yamaha's FG series represents the pinnacle of the brand's acoustic guitar lineup, favored by professional musicians and serious players worldwide. Known for consistent build quality, responsive action, and instruments that age gracefully, Yamaha acoustic guitars are engineered to deliver reliable performance and beautiful tone across diverse playing styles and genres.
