Yamaha FG-170 Folk Size Acoustic 1974
Yamaha FG-170, natural gloss, made in Japan 1974. The FG series, or Folk Guitar, kicked off in the 1960s and is still made to this day. This is a cool 70s made example from the Nippon Gakki factory in Japan, and it's a charming little thing. The body is similar in size to a Martin 000 or a Maton 808, so it's nice and comfy to sit on the couch with. The tone is dry and balanced through the mids and highs, with a surprisingly full and generous low end and plenty of natural volume. Our friendly tech Mark has installed a new bone nut and saddle, so it's playing smooth and holding tune nicely. FG= feels good.
Model: Yamaha FG-170
Made: Japan, 1974
Serial: 40318
Finish: natural, gloss poly
Body: spruce top, mahogany back and sides, 000 style shape, X braced, 380mm across, 100mm deep
Neck: mahogany, rosewood fretboard,
Weight: 1.715kg
Mods: saddle and nut replaced
Pickup: none
Accessories: basic gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has dimples on the end and back and scuffs on the edges and front. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dents and rub wear on the back only. The back has some dents in the middle of the body and the elbow area as well as widespread scuffs and surface scratches around the whole body. The sides have minor dimples and scuffs around the whole body, no major marks. The front has dimples around the bridge, back and bottom edges, some scuffs in the elbow area and some dimples and play wear on the shoulders and guard.
Overall: very good condition (7/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good. Setup with 12/54 strings.
Fret Life: 7/10, minor wear but no major buzz issues