What string gauge does the Yamaha F310 comes with?

Question

I purchased this guitar 3 days ago, and it seems to have medium string. The store said it's 0.12 light gauge, but then i checked again the original 0.12 yamaha is thinner. Btw the sound is good for strumming though, but my finger gets really hurt and the strings are unbendable, and not comfortable to slide, since it has high action. i play mostly finger picking, and this really makes me uncomfortable doing fingerstyle. I'm afraid if i restring, it would sound terrible. Advice?

Answer 1

In my experience, Yamaha acoustics tend to be lightly braced and do best with light gauge strings such as D'Addario EJ16's (0.012, 0.016, 0.024, 0.032, 0.042, 0.053 for what it's worth). A light gauge set of one brand may have slightly different measurements for individual strings than a set of a different brand, though. Also, a lot depends on one's technique with the caliper, and if you try to compare strings by eye, it is often difficult if they're different colors. But if you're in doubt about it, I'd recommend changing them out. I've seen old Yamahas get damaged by medium strings over a long period.



Calling strings by the gauge of the highest one is something electric guitarists tend to do, but it doesn't tell you anything about the gauge of the other strings or the overall pull.



If your action is too high with lights on there, I would suggest getting it a setup done. Brand new guitars often need adjustment to suit individual playing styles (and especially in the lower price range, you'll see some that couldn't possibly suit ANYBODY without some work). If the store you bought it from has a regular repairman, I would go talk to the store and see if they'll put it right; otherwise take it to a guitar repairman. I would not use extra-light strings, as they will not sound good on a guitar that size, and will do very little to help the action.

Answer 2

Yamaha F310 Strings

Answer 3

In terms of gauges, 11s or 12s will suit most styles of play. (The higher the number, the tighter the feel of the strings.) My personal preference for brand is Elixir. They are coated and should stay brighter longer than any other brand. I also found they improved the overall tone of my acoustic when compared with other brands.

Answer 4

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It is probably stringed with light gauge .010 bronze wound which is the standard on most acoustic. You can put D'addario bronze strings , or Martin or whatevery you like. Make sure they are light gauge .010. The salesman will give you the correct pack. Don't go bigger in gaguge as this puts a strin on the neck and it much harder on your fingers.

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Answer 6

just restring the whole guitar its like 5 bucks!