Rosewood for me! But not at this price point... So many other Brands have Amazing Guitars for this price point... Europe ... Dowina, Furch, Auden, Japan... Yairi, and others like Epiphone Masterbilt, USA - Martin, Taylor Gibson, all will compete with great guitars for the price
Rosewood, however, I own a FG5, at this price point, I can get a Gibson Hummingbird, or for a little more, my dream guitar the Gibson Dove. However playing one may change my mind, but sometimes your heart over powers the mind. This FG9 satisfies the mind. The Dove and Hummingbird satisfies the heart
The FG(X)5 and FS(X)5 are made by the same small team entirely in Japan at the same custom shop. This is a step up with AdI top and comes in Rosewood, whereas the 5s are mahogany. Gloss finish v open pore in the 5. The 5s are constantly on back order and are stellar instruments.
We agree! So much in fact, that we recently had a delivery of lots of MIJ Fenders! Check out our recent vid on Japanese Fenders here: ruclips.net/video/pcUqS-66dHU/видео.html
Fair point Mathew! The big difference with the FG9 is that all of the guitar is designed, hand crafted & finished in Japan where as other Yamaha models made in Japan may use parts made elsewhere that are later assembled in Japan. Fully manufacturing every part in Japan is the main difference here.
@@guitarguitaruk Is this documented somewhere? Because I looked everywhere for this information before buying mine. Not only did I not find it but I found a couple exerts where somebody says they are 100% made in Japan. I've also heard that there's only one master builder and that the rest are students, so maybe the students are making the cheaper ones?
The models we used for this video were pre-release examples - and the only two in the continent at the time! Right now, these guitars are still only available for pre-order as there is no stock available, but when we do have the guitars available in-store you'd be more than welcome to try one out. Hope this helps 🙂
@@Chrispackettt I own a '94 HD-28 and just got an FG 9 M two days ago. I love my Martin, its been my main guitar as long as I've had it. But the FG 9 is really quite special; much louder and more articulate than the HD-28. The build quality is fabulous. (Yes, better than my Martin) I think if you compare all the specs and features of the FG 9 with other builders, the Yamaha is worth the price in today's high end market. I wrestled with the decision to buy it rather than a D-18. The D-18 is a fine guitar and is less expensive than the Yamaha. But after playing the FG 9 for a couple of days, I believe I made the right choice. As far as resale value goes, time will tell, but I have no intention of ever selling it. It will be passed on to a lucky member of my family.
@@tedwasielewski9641 The resale value of the high end Yamaha LL56 is incredibly high. They sell for $4,000 new, and I don't think I've ever seen a used one for less than $3,600. They're so rare, and so incredibly high quality, that demand always dominates supply. It is reasonable to think that the FG9's will hold their resale value to that same degree. In other words, it will likely hold its value much better than a typical Martin D-18/D-28/etc. Isn't it interesting when reality contradicts myth?
Play it then. Why have someone else do it? Never trust a guy who only talks about instruments. Make them play it. If they're good, maybe then you can trust their opinion. Maybe.
It's a better guitar than you can afford, or deserve. Or need. Get yourself a 200 dollar pawn-shop guitar and forget about good instruments. Not everyone should have a high-end guitar.
@@foobarmaximus3506 I have no doubt it's great. How do you know I don't have high-end guitars or what I can afford? I'll buy what I want to buy, the price of this one is steep. I'd rather spend on Masterbuild Epiphone and extra gear than to this one. It's my opinion, no need to go "elite guitarist" snobbery over it. Expensive guitar will not make you a better musician. FYI
@@foobarmaximus3506 No troll intended! I was making a clumsy attempt at humour - I know these beautiful guitars will do anything. I have an FS5 myself and it is incredible. I hope Yamaha makes an FS9 - I would snap one up.
Which Yamaha FG9 would you go for? Rosewood or Mahogany?
Rosewood for me! But not at this price point... So many other Brands have Amazing Guitars for this price point... Europe ... Dowina, Furch, Auden, Japan... Yairi, and others like Epiphone Masterbilt, USA - Martin, Taylor Gibson, all will compete with great guitars for the price
Not even close.
Rosewood, however, I own a FG5, at this price point, I can get a Gibson Hummingbird, or for a little more, my dream guitar the Gibson Dove. However playing one may change my mind, but sometimes your heart over powers the mind. This FG9 satisfies the mind. The Dove and Hummingbird satisfies the heart
@@cargueone1971 because marketing
These new FG9 models are unique in every sense. I still love my FG830 and yet not in this league. The FG9 is a premium boutique guitar.
So true! These guitars are on a different level 😁
man it sounds so open like one of those modern martin Marquis
We love how great these sound! Such an amazing blend of modern and vintage tones 😍
No need to revive japanese craftsmanship, it never went away😂
The FG(X)5 and FS(X)5 are made by the same small team entirely in Japan at the same custom shop. This is a step up with AdI top and comes in Rosewood, whereas the 5s are mahogany. Gloss finish v open pore in the 5. The 5s are constantly on back order and are stellar instruments.
FG and FS 5 guitars are pre priduced in China and then finished in Nippon.
Yes they have...the L series made in Japan...
Wow! That low end just booms.
Fender MIJ are amazing guitars! You guys need to bring more MIJ! The hybrid ones are awesome as well 😎
We agree! So much in fact, that we recently had a delivery of lots of MIJ Fenders!
Check out our recent vid on Japanese Fenders here: ruclips.net/video/pcUqS-66dHU/видео.html
No they are not.
All the talk about no Japanese built Yamahas until this and make no mention of the FG5?
or the AC5R for that matter, of which I have in my hands right now. I'm a Japanese Yamaha owner now. Crazy.
Fair point Mathew! The big difference with the FG9 is that all of the guitar is designed, hand crafted & finished in Japan where as other Yamaha models made in Japan may use parts made elsewhere that are later assembled in Japan. Fully manufacturing every part in Japan is the main difference here.
@@guitarguitaruk Is this documented somewhere? Because I looked everywhere for this information before buying mine. Not only did I not find it but I found a couple exerts where somebody says they are 100% made in Japan. I've also heard that there's only one master builder and that the rest are students, so maybe the students are making the cheaper ones?
i love yamaha but maybe just this video but this guitar sounds tight and thin kindy plinky!! for 4 grand?? wow I would have to try this in person
What an awesome sounding, and looking, guitar!
We were blown away with it!
Do the stores have examples to try before pre-ordering?
The models we used for this video were pre-release examples - and the only two in the continent at the time! Right now, these guitars are still only available for pre-order as there is no stock available, but when we do have the guitars available in-store you'd be more than welcome to try one out. Hope this helps 🙂
Have you been to a store to see? Have you called around? Searched the internet? Then why the F&*CK are you asking this stupid question?
Prices please
I predict slow sales. Too many boutique builders in that price range.
Yea an amazing guitar but the low resale value will push buyers to other brands.
@@Chrispackettt I own a '94 HD-28 and just got an FG 9 M two days ago. I love my Martin, its been my main guitar as long as I've had it. But the FG 9 is really quite special; much louder and more articulate than the HD-28. The build quality is fabulous. (Yes, better than my Martin) I think if you compare all the specs and features of the FG 9 with other builders, the Yamaha is worth the price in today's high end market. I wrestled with the decision to buy it rather than a D-18. The D-18 is a fine guitar and is less expensive than the Yamaha. But after playing the FG 9 for a couple of days, I believe I made the right choice. As far as resale value goes, time will tell, but I have no intention of ever selling it. It will be passed on to a lucky member of my family.
And you would be wrong, as always. Troll elsewhere. I am looking to buy one of these as soon as I can find one. Idiot.
@@tedwasielewski9641 The resale value of the high end Yamaha LL56 is incredibly high. They sell for $4,000 new, and I don't think I've ever seen a used one for less than $3,600. They're so rare, and so incredibly high quality, that demand always dominates supply. It is reasonable to think that the FG9's will hold their resale value to that same degree. In other words, it will likely hold its value much better than a typical Martin D-18/D-28/etc. Isn't it interesting when reality contradicts myth?
That guitar will make Martin want to quit!
Play it then. Why have someone else do it? Never trust a guy who only talks about instruments. Make them play it. If they're good, maybe then you can trust their opinion. Maybe.
at that price it better be great
It's a better guitar than you can afford, or deserve. Or need. Get yourself a 200 dollar pawn-shop guitar and forget about good instruments. Not everyone should have a high-end guitar.
@@foobarmaximus3506 I have no doubt it's great.
How do you know I don't have high-end guitars or what I can afford?
I'll buy what I want to buy, the price of this one is steep. I'd rather spend on Masterbuild Epiphone and extra gear than to this one.
It's my opinion, no need to go "elite guitarist" snobbery over it.
Expensive guitar will not make you a better musician. FYI
@@foobarmaximus3506you are so annoying. Go and get a life somewhere
It would have been nice to hear a bit more fingerstyle playing. Or are these guitars for strumming only (sarcasm)?
We'll keep this in mind for future demos William! We can be sure in saying that these guitars can handle much more than just strumming though! 😃
@@guitarguitaruk Thanks! I look forward to seeing more of your reviews.
There are plenty of better reviews of the FG9 out there on YT. You already know that. Troll.
@@foobarmaximus3506 No troll intended! I was making a clumsy attempt at humour - I know these beautiful guitars will do anything. I have an FS5 myself and it is incredible. I hope Yamaha makes an FS9 - I would snap one up.
Try talking without your hands. Just hold the guitar while speaking. You can do it!