Yamaha Red Label FS5 Concert Acoustic Guitar - Solid Sitka Spruce Top | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Yamaha Red Label FS5 acoustic guitar delivers exceptional tonal balance and playing comfort in a concert body design that punches well above its weight class. Featuring premium solid tonewoods enhanced through Yamaha's exclusive A.R.E. wood torrefaction process, this instrument offers remarkable warmth, clarity, and responsiveness ideal for both fingerstyle and flatpicking techniques.
Product Overview
The Yamaha Red Label FS5, featuring a sleek and comfortable Concert body style, masterfully combines warmth with clarity, as well as comfort with output. Its size and price may be modest, but the FS5 offers a playing experience that competes with some of the industry's leading models. Constructed from a carefully selected blend of solid tonewoods—dynamic Sitka spruce paired with rich mahogany—the guitar's top has been visually and tonally enhanced through Yamaha's A.R.E wood torrefaction process and Modified Scalloped bracing. This combination produces a refined and mature tone that is sure to delight both seasoned fingerstylists and flatpickers alike.
The African mahogany neck provides a comfortable playing experience with its generous 1.75" nut width and smooth semi-gloss finish, making complex chord voicings and intricate fingerstyle patterns accessible and enjoyable. The ebony fingerboard and bridge not only enhance the instrument's aesthetic appeal but also contribute to its articulate tone and excellent note definition.
Premium appointments including the distinctive "V" headstock, tone-enhancing bone nut and saddle, and quality open-gear tuning machines elevate this guitar from a mid-range instrument to a professional-grade tool. The semi-gloss finish allows the wood to breathe naturally while providing elegant visual appeal that honors Yamaha's Red Label heritage while moving it forward into a new chapter of acoustic excellence.
Ideal For
- Fingerstyle players seeking articulate note definition and balanced response across all strings
- Working musicians who need reliable performance in varied playing environments
- Recording artists desiring warm, mature acoustic tones with excellent projection
- Intermediate to advanced players looking for professional-grade features at a reasonable price point
- Acoustic enthusiasts who appreciate the classic Red Label heritage with modern enhancements
Key Features
A.R.E. Treated Solid Spruce Top
Yamaha's Acoustic Resonance Enhancement (A.R.E.) treatment accelerates the wood aging process, giving the solid Sitka spruce top the warm, open tonal characteristics typically found only in vintage instruments.
Modified Scalloped Bracing
The specialized Modified Scalloped bracing pattern optimizes top movement for enhanced bass response and overall projection while maintaining tonal balance across all registers.
Premium Tonewoods
The combination of solid Sitka spruce top with solid mahogany back and sides creates a versatile sonic palette with defined trebles, rich midrange, and controlled bass response perfect for various playing styles.
Comfort-Focused Neck Profile
The African mahogany neck with 1.75" nut width provides comfortable access for complex chord voicings and fingerstyle techniques, while the ebony fingerboard ensures smooth playability across all 20 frets.
Heritage-Inspired Design Elements
Classic Red Label appointments including the "V" headstock design, distinctive label, and semi-gloss finish pay homage to Yamaha's legendary guitars while incorporating modern construction techniques for superior performance.
What's Included
- Yamaha Red Label FS5 Concert Acoustic Guitar
- Hardshell Case
- Elixir Nanoweb 80/20 Bronze Strings (factory installed)
- Yamaha Limited Warranty
Technical Specifications
Specification | Details |
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Body Shape | Concert |
Top | Solid Sitka Spruce with A.R.E. Treatment |
Back & Sides | Solid Mahogany |
Neck | African Mahogany |
Fingerboard | Ebony, 15.75" Radius |
Inlays | Dot |
Number of Frets | 20 |
Scale Length | 25" |
Nut Width | 1.75" |
Nut/Saddle | Bone/Bone |
Bridge | Ebony |
Bracing | Modified Scalloped |
Tuners | Yamaha Open-gear |
Finish | Semi-gloss Natural |
Strings | Elixir Nanoweb 80/20 Bronze |
Case | Hardshell Case Included |
Manufacturer Part Number | FS5 |
Get Your Hands on This Exceptional Acoustic Guitar Today
Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to experience the remarkable warmth and clarity of the Yamaha Red Label FS5 acoustic guitar. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate how this instrument's A.R.E.-treated top and meticulous craftsmanship deliver a playing experience that punches well above its weight class. Contact us today to check availability or schedule a private playing session with this outstanding instrument.