Yamaha FG7 R Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar - Spruce/Rosewood

The Yamaha FG7 R is a dreadnought-style acoustic guitar made in Japan, designed with the serious singer-songwriter in mind. Built around a Sitka spruce top and solid Indian rosewood back and sides, this guitar draws on the same design philosophy as Yamaha's flagship FG/FS9 series, delivering a level of tone, response, and playability typically associated with higher-end instruments. The dreadnought body shape offers powerful low-frequency response and strong projection, making it well suited to strumming-focused playing styles.

The FG7 R features an optimal scalloped X-bracing pattern for the Sitka spruce top, along with a reinforced back, developed through Yamaha's "Acoustic Design" approach — a process that combines scientific analysis with traditional Japanese craftsmanship. The solid Indian rosewood back and sides contribute full lows and rich harmonics. Traditional Japanese aesthetic details are present throughout: the inner label is made from washi paper, the rosette incorporates rope-shaped inlays inspired by classic Japanese motifs, and the fingerboard inlays draw from ancient Kumiki woodworking methods.

For players seeking a natural, acoustic-only instrument without electronics, the FG7 R (non-electro-acoustic variant) keeps things straightforward. Its dreadnought proportions make it comfortable for players accustomed to full-sized acoustics, and the combination of tonewoods — Sitka spruce over Indian rosewood — is a time-honoured pairing well regarded for its balance of clarity and warmth. This guitar is crafted in Japan and represents a compelling option for intermediate to advanced players who want authentic tone and traditional build quality.

Specifications:

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 
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

*Specifications subject to change without notice.