Description
For luthiers seeking exceptional tone and reliable performance, our AA Dreadnought Non-figured Sitka Spruce soundboard tops deliver outstanding results. Sourced from salvage-recovered old-growth timber, these tonewood pieces provide the ideal foundation for crafting dreadnought acoustic guitars with stunning clarity and projection. Experience the superior quality of non-figured spruce tops, renowned for their excellent stiffness-to-weight ratio and vibrant tonal characteristics that rival figured alternatives.
These soundboard tops are produced with the finest tonewood fiber available globally, procured from salvage-sourced old-growth Sitka Spruce. This grade offers exceptional acoustic performance with natural character, delivering outstanding tonal qualities while maintaining visual appeal. This high-grade tonewood represents the optimal balance of acoustic excellence and value for professional luthiers.
Enhanced Acoustic Resonance and Dynamic Range
Experience the profound acoustic benefits of our old-growth Non-figured Sitka Spruce soundboards. These tonewoods, aged naturally for an average of 400 years, boast an exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio, translating into superior projection and a broad dynamic range for your instruments. The extended aging process of reclaimed Sitka Spruce timber cultivates wood fibers with enhanced resonant properties, delivering tonal excellence unmatched by plantation-grown alternatives. Luthiers consistently choose this spruce tonewood for its ability to produce rich, complex overtones and crystal-clear sustain that develops over time as instruments mature.
Technical Specifications for AA Dreadnought Non-figured Sitka Spruce
Precision-engineered for professional luthiers, these AA-grade non-figured Sitka Spruce soundboard tops provide unparalleled quality:
- Grade: AA (high-grade with character, non-figured)
- Species: Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis)
- Source: 100% salvage-sourced old-growth timber from pristine forests
- Cut: 2-piece bookset, quartersawn for optimal grain orientation
- Typical Dimensions (per half): Designed to pattern Dreadnoughts with Lower bout 8", waist 5.25", upper bout 5.75" x 19.75-20" inches long. Most boards are cut 8.5" x 23" for flexibility. Contact us before ordering if your specifications differ from these standard dreadnought dimensions.
- Tonewood Characteristics: Excellent stiffness-to-weight ratio, strong projection, clear tonal definition, natural character grain pattern
100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee
We are committed to sustainable practices without compromising on quality. Every Non-figured Sitka Spruce soundboard you receive originates exclusively from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees, ensuring zero impact from clear-cutting operations. This dedication to sustainable sourcing not only preserves vital old-growth forests but also grants luthiers access to reclaimed Sitka Spruce timber that has been naturally seasoned for centuries. Our commitment reflects the environmental gold standard in tonewood production, delivering authentic old-growth character in every piece.
Quality and Durability Assurance
With over 30 years of specialized expertise, we guarantee that each set of our AA Dreadnought Non-figured Sitka Spruce tops meets the most rigorous structural and acoustic standards. Our comprehensive grading system goes beyond visual appearance, meticulously evaluating critical factors such as grain slope, inherent stiffness, and crucial resonant properties essential for superior instrument performance. Professional luthiers worldwide consistently trust our Sitka Spruce soundboards for their reliable, consistent quality, forming the foundation of their finest instruments and ensuring lasting tonal development.












jeffrey Walter (verified owner) –
Best wood ever….
Jack Spira (verified owner) –
Amazing material, I’ve been using the AA tops for a couple of decades now, I love them, thanks!!
Matthew Dalton (verified owner) –
I was very pleased with the AA tops I just received. Quality cut, great tap tone and stiffness, and great price! Can’t wait to build with them.