Yamaha FS9 R Acoustic Guitar (Natural)

Handcrafted in Japan, the extraordinary projection, clarity and responsiveness of flagship FS9 steel-string acoustic guitar make them ideal instruments for singer-songwriters.

The FS9 models deliver the outstanding projection, while providing exceptional clarity and detailed articulation—a unique combination especially suited for accompanying vocals.

FS9 model feature Adirondack spruce top boards with tapered edges, providing structural strength while allowing the body to vibrate more efficiently—a combination that contributes to both power and sensitivity.

The neck has a new structural design that combines bolt-on and glued construction to increase body vibration and improve maintainability. Neck and body joints are finished and adjusted with high precision.

The distinctive fingerboard inlays resemble traditional Japanese Kumiki woodworking, while the rope-shaped inlay and purfling on the rosette is a motif deeply rooted in Japanese culture.

When designing the FS9 model, employed cutting-edge acoustic and 3D-structural measurement processes to more fully understand how physical structure affects acoustic characteristics. Repeated prototypes were built by their custom shop’s skilled luthiers.

FS9 model offer a body shape: concert style for FS. The FS's small body produce balanced tone with a sensitive response that enhances subtle and detailed arpeggios.