Yamaha Acoustic Guitar F400

Full Traditional Western Sound. Modern Matte Style. Comfortable 25-Inch Scale.

The Yamaha F400 combines the broad acoustic projection of a Traditional Western body with the simple, modern design of Yamaha’s F400 Series. Its 412 mm body width gives strumming and flatpicking a full foundation, while the 25-inch scale and 43 mm nut make the instrument approachable for everyday practice.

A spruce top, locally sourced tonewood back and sides, rosewood fingerboard and carefully designed bracing create a clear, resonant acoustic voice. The ultra-thin matte polyurethane finish, absence of a pickguard and clean unbound body allow the wood texture and understated lines to remain central to the guitar’s character.

Traditional Western body for full acoustic projection

The 505 mm-long, 412 mm-wide body supplies the breadth and low-end support associated with dreadnought-style acoustics. It is particularly well suited to flatpicking, open chords, rhythm accompaniment and singer-songwriter use.

Spruce top with carefully designed bracing

The spruce soundboard supports clarity, projection and a versatile dynamic response. Yamaha’s bracing design helps the body produce an open, resonant sound under gentle practice as well as stronger rhythm strumming.

Ultra-thin matte finish with understated design

The simple exterior omits a pickguard and body binding, placing the wood texture and clean body lines at the centre of the design. The thin polyurethane finish supports a natural feel and open acoustic response.

25-inch scale and 43 mm nut for approachable fretting

The 634 mm scale provides a slightly more relaxed feel than many longer-scale acoustics. A 43 mm nut and 10 mm bridge string spacing keep chord shapes accessible while retaining practical room for fingerstyle work.

Rosewood fingerboard and bridge with matte neck finish

The rosewood fingerboard provides a smooth playing surface, while the matte-finished neck helps the fretting hand move naturally during chord changes, scales and fingerstyle exercises.

Purely acoustic construction with no onboard electronics

The F400 is designed for natural acoustic playing and does not include a factory pickup, preamp or output. Players who need built-in amplification can consider the Yamaha FX400.

Q. Who is the Yamaha F400 best suited to?

It suits beginners, rhythm players, singer-songwriters and home musicians who want a full Traditional Western acoustic body with modern matte styling and an approachable 25-inch scale.

Q. How does the F400 differ from the FS400?

The F400 uses a larger Traditional Western body for fuller projection and stronger rhythm support. The FS400 uses a narrower concert body that is easier for younger players, smaller frames and fingerstyle-focused musicians to hold.

Q. Does the F400 have a pickup?

No. It is a purely acoustic model without onboard electronics. The Yamaha FX400 adds an active pickup system, four-band EQ, tuner, phase switch and line output.

Q. Is the spruce top solid?

Yamaha specifies the material as spruce but does not list it as a solid top. The description therefore does not claim solid-spruce construction.

Q. Is the F400 suitable for fingerstyle?

Yes. Its 43 mm nut and 10 mm bridge string spacing allow basic and intermediate fingerstyle playing, although players who prioritise a smaller body may prefer the FS400 concert model.

Q. Is a gig bag included?

Yamaha lists a hex wrench as the standard accessory, not a gig bag. YMS can help you choose a suitably sized dreadnought-style bag or case, along with a tuner, strap, capo and spare strings.

Q. Which finishes are available on this listing?

This listing offers Natural Satin and Smoky Black, subject to current availability. Select the preferred finish from the product options before ordering.

Why Buy from YMS?

• ✓ Authorised Yamaha Premium Retailer: Buy a genuine India-market Yamaha instrument with official manufacturer warranty support.
• ✓ Expert acoustic-guitar guidance: Our team can help with body size, playability, accessories and choosing between acoustic and amplified models.
• ✓ Support beyond the guitar: Ask us about gig bags, cases, straps, tuners, capos, stands, picks and spare strings.
• ✓ Pan-India delivery: Order from anywhere in India, subject to serviceability for your location.
• ✓ Physical-store support: YMS teams in Bengaluru and Mangaluru are available for product enquiries and after-sales guidance.