Yamaha FG9 60th Anniversary Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar - Spruce / Guatemalan Rosewood

Introducing the Yamaha FG9 60th Anniversary Edition — a landmark acoustic guitar that embodies six decades of innovation, tradition, and uncompromising craftsmanship.

Designed for discerning singer-songwriters, this limited model offers outstanding projection, shimmering highs, and a rich low-end response.

The hand-selected Adirondack spruce top, supported by scalloped X-bracing, delivers a bold yet articulate sound that responds dynamically to every strum with power and nuance. Guatemalan rosewood back and sides add complexity and depth, with striking grain variations that make each instrument visually unique.

Subtle Japanese design elements blend elegance with understated humility, honoring the past while shaping the future of acoustic performance.

• Dreadnought-style body shape particularly shines with strummed performances
• Adirondack spruce top with scalloped X-bracing delivers power, sensitivity, and tonal nuance
• Guatemalan rosewood back and sides offer rich lows, sparkling highs, and visually unique grain
• Natural grain variation makes each instrument visually distinct
• Rounded V-shape mahogany neck ensures a comfortable, responsive playing feel
• Bolt-on neck joint enhances resonance and simplifies long-term maintenance
• Bone nut and saddle ensure clear articulation, balanced tone, and long-lasting sustain
• Refined Japanese aesthetic adds understated elegance and unique character
• Thin nitrocellulose lacquer finish promotes natural resonance and tonal maturity over time
• Includes deluxe hardshell case and certificate of authenticity

Strong Projection and Clear Top End

The FG9 60th Anniversary Edition delivers outstanding projection with exceptional clarity and articulate tone — the perfect accompaniment to vocals. This rich, dynamic response is shaped by an Adirondack spruce top, thicker back board, bolt-on neck joint, and other carefully engineered elements that enhance both power and precision.

Guatemalan Rosewood: Tone and Beauty in Harmony

Guatemalan rosewood back and sides provide a beautiful balance of sonic depth and visual elegance — offering rich lows, sparkling highs, and a naturally varied grain pattern that adds character to both tone and appearance.

Elegant, Understated Japanese Aesthetic

Distinctive design details give the FG9 a refined and individual character. The inner label is made from traditional washi paper, while the rosette features rope-shaped inlays and purfling inspired by Japanese motifs. Fingerboard inlays draw from Kumiki woodworking, evoking the precision and beauty of Japanese craftsmanship.

60 Years of Craft, Precision, and Innovation

Celebrating six decades of acoustic expertise, the FG9 60th Anniversary Edition represents the pinnacle of Yamaha’s legacy so far. Fusing refined craftsmanship and innovative design, it captures the essence of what has made Yamaha guitars trusted by generations of players.