Yamaha F 310 Guitar
If you are looking for a quality acoustic guitar at an affordable price then the Yamaha F 310 guitar is an excellent choice. Good condition used models can be found for about $120. New models are next to impossible to find since Yamaha has discontinued production of the F 310 in the United States. But because so many were sold there are still many in circulation and can be found through online retailers such as Amazon and eBay or even from local vendors who carry used instruments. And remember, age and use improves the sound quality of a guitar. So a used instrument is a good investment.
The Yamaha F 310 is a full-sized guitar with a surprisingly rich sound. Actually, the more accurate name of the F 310 is the Yamaha F-310 Steel String Acoustic Folk Guitar, Semi Jumbo. Semi Jumbo means that it’s less cumbersome than a full jumbo and particularly helpful if you’re on the small side yourself. Fortunately, it’s reduced size doesn’t take anything away from the guitar’s rich sound.
The F 310 is well-suited for both beginner and intermediate players. In fact, many people like the Yamaha F 310 guitarso much that they’re in no hurry to upgrade once they gain some experience. It is probably not the best choice for a performance guitar. If you have reached the point where people are willing to pay you for your musical services then you will probably want to upgrade. But if playing for yourself is your only desire then the F 310 is perfectly adequate to suit your needs. Your spouse is also less likely to give you grief over the price.
Most important, it doesn’t look or sound like a cheap guitar. It is easily fretted, looks good, and produces a rich, deep, and mellow sound. The fingerboard is slightly narrower than average, which makes it especially easy to play for those with smaller hands.
There are, however, some concerns about the quality of the materials used in constructing the guitar, which is why it is not an instrument preferred by advanced players. Probably, of greatest concerned to the advanced player is that the quality of the frets is less than desirable. The neck however, is better than expected for an inexpensive guitar.
Some complain that it isn’t as rugged as they would like and that it picks up dents and nicks easily. However, as a personal note, after having owned many musical instruments over the years, all instruments will suffer damage when they are not cared for properly. Musical instruments require TLC.
This instrument features a spruce top, Indonesian mahogany back and sides, and nato neck. The fretboard is constructed with Javanese rosewood and a Sonokeling bridge. It comes with chrome hardware and 20 frets. The top has a pleasant natural finish, and the overall styling of the guitar is classic and understated.
The Yamaha F 310 guitar is versatile enough for playing multiple music styles including rock, pop, folk and more. It has gained overwhelmingly positive reviews from those who have made the investment. It remains a good choice for anyone who is serious about learning to play the guitar.