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title: "A Grade Yellow Cedar Dreadnought Guitar"
description: "Elevate your dreadnought guitar build with our A Grade Yellow Cedar soundboards, sourced from salvage-recovered old-growth Alaskan Yellow Cedar. These two-piece tops, typically cut 8.5\" x 23\", deliver exceptional acoustic resonance and professional-grade tonal quality, featuring precision quartersawn vertical grain for maximum response. Perfect for most dreadnought designs, each soundboard exhibits natural color variations and harder grain characteristics that contribute to unique sonic character.A Grade Yellow Cedar Dreadnought Guitar SoundboardsSalvage-Recovered Old-Growth Alaskan Yellow CedarEarthTone Soundboards™ Signature BrandPrecision Quartersawn Vertical Grain ConstructionStandard Two-Piece Bookset ConfigurationProfessional-Grade Acoustic Performance and ResonanceNatural Tonal Character with Unique Wood Grain Patterns"
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date: 2017-04-25
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# A Grade Yellow Cedar Dreadnought Guitar

Discover the superior tonal qualities of our A Grade yellow cedar dreadnought guitar soundboards, meticulously sourced from salvage-recovered old-growth Alaskan Yellow Cedar. Designed for discerning luthiers, these tonewood sets offer exceptional acoustic performance for your next flat-top guitar build. Combining a rich history with precise dimensions, our yellow cedar dreadnought guitar tops provide the foundation for instruments with distinctive character and unparalleled sound.

**A Grade Yellow Cedar Dreadnought Guitar** — If out of stock, check out the next grade higher: AA*

Like other species of soundboard products, these boards will make excellent soundboards tonally, but have the character of color variation and hard grain.

Dreadnought — Most 2-piece bookset boards are cut 8.5″ x 23″, but may or may not pattern the full width and length. These tops will pattern per half: Lower bout 8″, waist 5.25″, upper bout 5.75″ x 19.75-20″ inches long, which is the range of dreadnought guitar patterns we reference. If your measurements crowd these dimensions, we recommend contacting us before ordering to discuss your specifications.

These tops are produced from the finest tonewood fiber in the world, sourced from salvage-recovered old-growth Alaskan Yellow Cedar.

## Enhanced Resonance for Your Dreadnought Guitar

Unlocking the full potential of your instrument, these yellow cedar dreadnought guitar tops offer an exceptional sonic foundation. The inherent properties of old-growth Yellow Cedar, aged over centuries, provide an extraordinary stiffness-to-weight ratio. This critical characteristic translates into superior projection and a broad dynamic range, allowing your dreadnought to sing with clarity and power. Experience enhanced resonant properties and a balanced tonal palette that plantation-grown alternatives simply cannot match, giving your instrument a voice all its own.

## Technical Specifications for A Grade Yellow Cedar Dreadnought Guitar

- **Wood Species:** Alaskan Yellow Cedar (Chamaecyparis nootkatensis)
- **Grade:** A Grade (offers excellent tonal quality with natural character)
- **Source:** 100% salvage-sourced old-growth timber from Alaska
- **Cut:** 2-piece bookset, typically quartersawn for optimal grain orientation
- **Dimensions (approx. per half):** (Overall board size 8.5″ x 23″ may vary from full pattern coverage)
  - Length: 19.75-20 inches
  - Lower Bout: 8 inches
  - Waist: 5.25 inches
  - Upper Bout: 5.75 inches
- **Characteristics:** Exhibits natural color variation and hard grain, contributing to unique aesthetics and robust tone

## 100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee

Every yellow cedar dreadnought guitar soundboard originates from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees, never from clear-cutting operations. This sustainable approach preserves vital old-growth forests while providing luthiers access to timber with centuries of natural seasoning. Our EarthTone Soundboards™ represent the environmental standard in tonewood sourcing, ensuring your dreadnought guitar is built with ethically sourced, responsibly harvested materials.

## Quality & Durability Assurance for Your Yellow Cedar Dreadnought Guitar

Alaska Specialty Woods’ 30+ years of expertise ensures each A Grade yellow cedar dreadnought guitar set meets rigorous structural and aesthetic standards. Our comprehensive grading system evaluates not just visual appearance, but critical factors including grain slope, stiffness, and resonant properties, guaranteeing a reliable foundation for your instrument. Professional luthiers worldwide rely on our consistent quality for their finest instruments, confident in the durability and tonal excellence of our Alaskan Yellow Cedar soundboards.