The Yamaha FG5 Gloss Dreadnought brings together classic acoustic guitar styling, premium tonewoods and Yamaha’s renowned Japanese craftsmanship. Part of the Red Label series, the FG5 takes inspiration from Yamaha’s iconic 1960s acoustic guitars while incorporating modern features designed to deliver exceptional tone and playability. Built in Japan, it features a solid Sitka spruce top paired with solid mahogany back and sides, producing a warm, balanced sound with plenty of projection and a strong low-end response.
Yamaha’s A.R.E. (Acoustic Resonance Enhancement) treatment gives the tonewoods the character and response of naturally aged wood, adding warmth, depth and impressive sustain. Finished in gloss with vintage-inspired details, the FG5 offers the look of a classic acoustic guitar with the performance and reliability today’s players expect.
Classic Tonewoods With Rich, Full-Bodied Sound
The FG5 features a solid Sitka spruce top combined with solid mahogany back and sides, creating a well-balanced tonal foundation with excellent warmth, clarity and projection. The spruce top provides a responsive attack and sparkling high frequencies, while the mahogany construction adds focused mids and a punchy low end that works especially well for strumming and rhythm playing.
Yamaha’s A.R.E. wood treatment further enhances the instrument’s tonal character by modifying the wood’s properties to recreate some of the qualities associated with naturally aged tonewoods. The result is a mature, resonant sound with added warmth, depth and sustain, giving the FG5 a distinctive voice that works beautifully across a variety of musical styles.
Premium Construction for Comfortable Playability
Along with its impressive tone, the FG5 is designed to provide a comfortable and dependable playing experience. The African mahogany neck offers a solid, natural feel, while the ebony fingerboard provides a smooth playing surface with excellent response.
A bone nut and saddle help transfer string vibration efficiently, contributing to the guitar’s resonance, clarity and overall tonal performance. Ebony bridge pins complete the premium appointments, adding to the instrument’s refined appearance and attention to detail.
Every element of the FG5 reflects Yamaha’s commitment to quality craftsmanship, making it an excellent choice for players who appreciate traditional acoustic construction and dependable performance.
Features
- Solid Sitka spruce top with A.R.E. treatment for aged tone and sustain
- Solid mahogany back and sides for rich, resonant sound
- Ebony fingerboard and bridge for smooth playability and stability
- Vintage-inspired gloss finish and open-gear chrome tuners for classic style
Body
- Body shape: Dreadnought (FG style)
- Top wood: Solid Sitka spruce with A.R.E.
- Back and sides wood: Solid mahogany
- Body finish: Gloss
- Body depth: 3 15/16″ – 4 5/8″ (100-118 mm)
Neck
- Neck wood: African mahogany
- Fingerboard wood: Ebony
- Fingerboard radius: 15 3/4″ (400 mm)
- Number of frets: 20
- Nut material: Bone
- Nut width: 1 3/4″ (44 mm)
- Neck finish: Satin
Hardware
- Tuning machines: Open-gear chrome (Y1D)
- Bridge: Ebony
- Saddle material: Bone
- Bridge pins: Ebony
Other
- Strings: Elixir NANOWEB 80/20 Bronze Light
- Accessories: Hex wrench
- Case: Hardshell case included
- Orientation: Right handed
All instruments are setup to factory spec and inspected before shipping. Player preference may vary and instruments may need additional adjustments to accommodate those preferences. Setups are not applicable for free returns.
We offer the option to upgrade to a Plek setup at a discounted rate when purchasing an instrument. To learn more about Plek, please message us, or call at: 740-522-0277.Plek add-ons are non-refundable once completed. In the event of a return, a refund will be issued minus the cost of the Plek and any other add-on services.
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