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A Premium Sitka Spruce Mandolin Front carved from AAA grade or better one-piece tonewood, specifically selected for exceptional tonal properties and acoustic performance. This precision quarter-sawn soundboard measures 1″ thick x 11″ wide x 16″ long, ideal for crafting superior mandolins with outstanding resonance. Features fine grain structure (typically 14-20+ growth lines per inch) characteristic of Master Grade quality.

Key Features

  • EarthTone Soundboards™ – Proprietary Signature Brand
  • Salvage-Recovered Old-Growth Timber
  • Precision Quartersawn Vertical Grain for Maximum Tonal Response
  • Exceptional Acoustic Performance and Resonance
  • Outstanding Value for AAA Grade Tonewood

$85.00

4 in stock

Discount per Quantity

Quantity 3 - 10 11 - 20 21+
Price $80.75 $74.80 $72.25
% Discount 5% 12% 15%

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Description

Introducing the AAA and better 1PC Carved Top Sitka Spruce Mandolin front, a tonewood selection engineered for luthiers seeking exceptional acoustic excellence. This exquisite one-piece mandolin front is meticulously crafted from high-grade Sitka Spruce, specifically designed to deliver instruments with superior sound projection and playability characteristics.

Each AAA and better Carved Top Sitka Spruce one-piece mandolin front is expertly cut on the quarter, providing solid material generally measuring 1″ thick, 11″ wide, and 16 inches long. While texture and color may vary slightly, reflecting the unique character of every timber section, rest assured that each piece exhibits the exceptional tonal properties and visual appeal characteristic of AAA grade soundboard wood. Color variations remain minimal, and the fine grain texture typically ranges between 14-20 or more growth lines per inch, ensuring optimal resonance and dimensional stability for your carved top mandolin construction.

Enhanced Resonance and Acoustic Performance

Experience the profound acoustic benefits derived from old-growth timber, naturally aged over centuries. This Sitka Spruce soundboard delivers an exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio, crucial for superior projection and a broad, dynamic range in your finished mandolin. The natural aging process creates wood fiber with enhanced resonant properties, providing a tonal richness unmatched by plantation-grown alternatives. Crafted for discerning luthiers, this Sitka Spruce mandolin front offers an exceptional foundation for instruments demanding rich, vibrant acoustics with outstanding clarity and dynamic response.

Technical Specifications

  • Wood Species: Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis)
  • Source: 100% salvage-sourced old-growth timber (consistent with guarantee)
  • Grade: AAA and better (exhibiting tonal properties of AAA grade soundboards)
  • Cut: Quartersawn one-piece front, optimized for carved top mandolins
  • Dimensions: Approximately 1″ thick, 11″ wide x 16″ long (may taper to one side to minimize carving)
  • Grain Texture: Fine grain, typically 14-20+ growth lines per inch
  • Tonal Characteristics: Exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio for superior projection and dynamic range
  • Moisture Content: Kiln-dried to optimal luthier specifications for stability

100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee

Every Sitka Spruce soundboard originates from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees, never from clear-cutting operations. This sustainable approach preserves old-growth forests while providing luthiers access to timber with centuries of natural seasoning. Our EarthTone Soundboards™ represent the environmental gold standard in tonewood sourcing and production.

Quality and Durability Assurance

Alaska Specialty Woods’ 30+ years of expertise ensures each mandolin front 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 that define superior soundboard performance. Professional luthiers worldwide rely on our consistent quality for their finest instruments, ensuring your Sitka Spruce mandolin will deliver exceptional tone and structural integrity for generations.

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Description

Introducing the AAA and better 1PC Carved Top Sitka Spruce Mandolin front, a tonewood selection engineered for luthiers seeking exceptional acoustic excellence. This exquisite one-piece mandolin front is meticulously crafted from high-grade Sitka Spruce, specifically designed to deliver instruments with superior sound projection and playability characteristics.

Each AAA and better Carved Top Sitka Spruce one-piece mandolin front is expertly cut on the quarter, providing solid material generally measuring 1″ thick, 11″ wide, and 16 inches long. While texture and color may vary slightly, reflecting the unique character of every timber section, rest assured that each piece exhibits the exceptional tonal properties and visual appeal characteristic of AAA grade soundboard wood. Color variations remain minimal, and the fine grain texture typically ranges between 14-20 or more growth lines per inch, ensuring optimal resonance and dimensional stability for your carved top mandolin construction.

Enhanced Resonance and Acoustic Performance

Experience the profound acoustic benefits derived from old-growth timber, naturally aged over centuries. This Sitka Spruce soundboard delivers an exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio, crucial for superior projection and a broad, dynamic range in your finished mandolin. The natural aging process creates wood fiber with enhanced resonant properties, providing a tonal richness unmatched by plantation-grown alternatives. Crafted for discerning luthiers, this Sitka Spruce mandolin front offers an exceptional foundation for instruments demanding rich, vibrant acoustics with outstanding clarity and dynamic response.

Technical Specifications

  • Wood Species: Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis)
  • Source: 100% salvage-sourced old-growth timber (consistent with guarantee)
  • Grade: AAA and better (exhibiting tonal properties of AAA grade soundboards)
  • Cut: Quartersawn one-piece front, optimized for carved top mandolins
  • Dimensions: Approximately 1″ thick, 11″ wide x 16″ long (may taper to one side to minimize carving)
  • Grain Texture: Fine grain, typically 14-20+ growth lines per inch
  • Tonal Characteristics: Exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio for superior projection and dynamic range
  • Moisture Content: Kiln-dried to optimal luthier specifications for stability

100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee

Every Sitka Spruce soundboard originates from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees, never from clear-cutting operations. This sustainable approach preserves old-growth forests while providing luthiers access to timber with centuries of natural seasoning. Our EarthTone Soundboards™ represent the environmental gold standard in tonewood sourcing and production.

Quality and Durability Assurance

Alaska Specialty Woods’ 30+ years of expertise ensures each mandolin front 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 that define superior soundboard performance. Professional luthiers worldwide rely on our consistent quality for their finest instruments, ensuring your Sitka Spruce mandolin will deliver exceptional tone and structural integrity for generations.

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