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title: "AA Red Cedar Ukulele"
description: "AA Red Cedar Ukulele Soundboard for Tenor BuildsThis AA Red Cedar Ukulele top features quarter-sawn old-growth Western Red Cedar salvaged from reclaimed timber. Engineered as a premium tenor ukulele soundboard, it delivers exceptional acoustic performance with rich tonal qualities and extended sustain for discerning instrument builders.Key FeaturesGrade AA Red Cedar from salvage-recovered old-growth timberQuarter-sawn vertical grain for superior tonal responseDimensions optimized for standard tenor ukulele constructionEarthTone Soundboards™ proprietary processingExceptional resonance and acoustic clarity"
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date: 2017-04-25
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# AA Red Cedar Ukulele

Discover the unparalleled beauty and rich acoustics of our **AA Red Cedar Ukulele** top, meticulously crafted for discerning luthiers. Sourced from the finest salvage-recovered old-growth Western Red Cedar, this tonewood set promises exceptional resonance and an inspiring foundation for your next tenor ukulele project. Our AA-grade red cedar ukulele tops represent centuries of natural maturation, delivering tonal characteristics that distinguish them from younger, plantation-grown alternatives.

This **AA Western Red Cedar Ukulele** top features all quarter-sawn construction, ensuring optimal grain orientation for superior tone and dimensional stability. Quarter-sawn red cedar ukulele soundboard blanks are precision-cut as 2-piece booksets, with approximate dimensions of 5″ × 14″ per piece. Standard tenor ukulele patterning yields lower bout 4.5″, waist 3″, upper bout 3.375″ × 12.25″ long. If your specifications differ from these dimensions, we recommend contacting us before ordering to ensure optimal fit for your build.

These tops are produced from the finest tonewood fiber available, procured exclusively from salvage-sourced old-growth Western Red Cedar. Our commitment to responsible sourcing ensures both superior acoustic properties and environmental stewardship.

## Enhanced Resonance for Your AA Red Cedar Ukulele

Experience the superior tonal characteristics that only aged, old-growth Western Red Cedar can provide. Our AA-grade red cedar ukulele tops are celebrated for their exceptional responsiveness and warm, clear voice. The natural aging process of centuries-old timber imparts unique acoustic properties, resulting in:

- **Superior Sound Projection:** Old-growth timber offers an excellent stiffness-to-weight ratio, contributing to a vibrant and articulate sound that projects beautifully throughout performance venues.
- **Rich Harmonic Content:** Naturally seasoned wood fibers produce a broader spectrum of overtones, enhancing the warmth and complexity of your ukulele’s voice and sustain characteristics.
- **Optimized for Flat Top Construction:** Our precision quarter-sawn booksets ensure optimal grain orientation, translating into consistent structural integrity and unparalleled acoustic performance for flat-top ukulele designs.
- **Unmatched Tonal Excellence:** The unique qualities of salvage-sourced old-growth Western Red Cedar provide resonant properties and sustain far superior to younger, plantation-grown timber alternatives.

## Technical Specifications for Your AA Red Cedar Ukulele Top

Each **AA Red Cedar Ukulele** tonewood set is prepared to professional luthier standards, ensuring precision and reliability for instrument makers:

- **Grade:** AA (premium non-figured classification with excellent grain structure)
- **Wood Species:** Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata)
- **Source:** 100% salvage-sourced old-growth timber, sustainably procured from naturally fallen trees
- **Cut:** Precision quarter-sawn 2-piece bookset for optimal grain orientation and dimensional stability
- **Approximate Board Dimensions (per piece):** 14″ L × 5″ W
- **Patterning Dimensions (per half):** Lower bout 4.5″, waist 3″, upper bout 3.375″ × 12.25″ long (standard tenor ukulele pattern)
- **Moisture Content:** Kiln-dried to luthier specifications for immediate use and acoustic stability

## 100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee for Your AA Red Cedar Ukulele

Our commitment to sustainability and superior tonewood quality is unwavering. Every AA Red Cedar Ukulele top originates from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees, never from clear-cutting operations. This responsible sourcing method preserves vital old-growth forests while providing luthiers access to exceptional timber with centuries of natural seasoning. The red cedar ukulele tops we offer represent a sustainable choice for instrument makers, supporting environmentally sound practices without compromising acoustic excellence. By selecting our old-growth Western Red Cedar, you support ecological integrity while gaining access to tonewoods that deliver both exceptional sound and lasting performance.

## Quality & Durability Assurance for Our AA Red Cedar Ukulele Tops

Our decades of expertise in sourcing and preparing premium tonewoods ensure that each **AA Red Cedar Ukulele** set meets rigorous structural and aesthetic standards. We employ a comprehensive grading system that evaluates grain slope, stiffness, resonant properties, and visual consistency. Professional luthiers worldwide depend on our reliable quality and attention to excellence when crafting their finest instruments. These AA-grade red cedar ukulele soundboards provide consistent performance, structural reliability, and inspiring tone for builds that endure for generations.