Description
Elevate your instrument crafting with our AA Grade Bearclaw Figured Sitka Spruce mandolin wedge sets, specifically selected for luthiers seeking both stunning aesthetics and unparalleled acoustic performance. These exquisite book sets feature captivating bearclaw figure patterning, promising to create a truly unique and visually striking mandolin or similar carved-top instrument, all while delivering the superior tonal qualities associated with old-growth Sitka Spruce soundboards. The bearclaw figured Sitka Spruce delivers exceptional resonant properties that have made this tonewood a cornerstone of fine instrument construction for generations.
Designed for F or A model carved-top mandolins and similar instruments, these book sets showcase prominent bearclaw figure with beautiful wood character throughout. Produced from the finest tonewood fiber in the world sourced from salvage old-growth Sitka Spruce, these mandolin tops represent the pinnacle of acoustic tonewood selection. Price breaks available at 3 and 10 or more tops.
Enhanced Resonance for Superior Mandolin Tone
Experience the distinct advantage of centuries-old timber. These bearclaw figured Sitka Spruce tops are sourced from old-growth trees, aged an average of 400 years, providing an exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio crucial for superior projection and dynamic range in your mandolins. The natural aging process of this high-quality Sitka Spruce creates wood fiber with enhanced resonant properties, unmatched by modern plantation-grown alternatives. This translates into richer harmonics, improved sustain, and a clear, articulate voice for your carved-top instruments, making every note sing with character and depth.
Technical Specifications for Your Mandolin Wedge Set
- Grade: AA (Excellent structural integrity with prominent bearclaw figure)
- Species: Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis)
- Figure: Distinctive Bearclaw patterning, adding unique visual character and aesthetic appeal
- Dimensions: Approximately 16″ L × 5½-6″ W (each piece) × 1″ (joining edge) tapering to ⅜” (outside edge) – Optimized for F or A model carved-top mandolins
- Source: 100% Salvage-recovered old-growth timber from pristine Alaskan forests
- Cut: Precision quartersawn wedge bookset for ideal grain orientation and structural stability
- Moisture Content: Kiln-dried to exacting luthier specifications, ready for immediate use
100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee
Every bearclaw figured Sitka Spruce top 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 tonewood with centuries of natural seasoning. Our EarthTone Soundboards™ (of which these exceptional bearclaw figured tops are a part) represent the environmental gold standard in tonewood production, ensuring your mandolin is crafted with integrity and unparalleled acoustic heritage.
Uncompromised Quality & Durability Assurance
Alaska Specialty Woods’ 30+ years of expertise ensures each AA Grade mandolin tonewood meets rigorous structural and aesthetic standards. Our comprehensive grading system evaluates not just the striking visual appearance of the bearclaw figure, but critical factors including grain slope, stiffness, and resonant properties vital for mandolin construction. Professional luthiers worldwide rely on our consistent quality for their finest instruments, guaranteeing that your carved-top mandolin will possess exceptional longevity and renowned tonal clarity.





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