New Yamaha FG830

[Railroad Bum]

Originally Posted by TomB'sox

Remember, a lot of the best custom builders in the country are using laminated sides as a choice. The new modern sound idea is to make the sides as stiff as possible to allow the back and the top to vibrate freely. Some use two and others 3 layers. I do not have a negatives to guitars with laminated sides.

Yes, I have seen a few very high-end acoustics with laminated sides, and they sounded fantastic. I played an old Martin D-2R with laminated back and sides for over 20 years, and the FG830 that I have now reminds me a lot of that guitar. I also have an all-solid Alvarez, but I like the Yamaha more. Call me crazy, I guess.