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title: "AAA Class Curly Sitka Spruce"
description: "Elevate your classical guitar build with AAA Class Curly Sitka spruce soundboard tops from EarthTone Soundboards™. These salvage-recovered old-growth tonewood pieces feature precision quartersawn vertical grain and a stunning pillow/quilt figured effect that creates exceptional visual depth. Each top measures approximately 7.25-7.5\" lower bout, 4.5\" waist, and 5.5-5.75\" upper bout, spanning 19-20.25\" in length for standard classical guitar patterns.Premium Acoustic Performance FeaturesSalvage-Recovered Old-Growth Sitka Spruce TonewoodPrecision Quartersawn Vertical Grain ConstructionSubtle Pillow/Quilt Figured Surface EffectSuperior Acoustic Resonance and Tonal ResponseTwo-Piece Bookset ConfigurationExceptional Value for Professional LuthiersThese AAA Class Curly Sitka tops are produced from the finest tonewood fiber available, delivering unparalleled acoustic performance for discriminating instrument makers. Contact us before ordering if your specific measurements differ from standard classical guitar dimensions to ensure optimal fit for your build."
url: https://alaskawoods.com/product/aaa-class-curly-sitka-spruce/
date: 2017-04-25
modified: 2025-10-28
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# AAA Class Curly Sitka Spruce

AAA Class Curly Sitka Spruce classical guitar tops represent the pinnacle of tonewood craftsmanship for discerning luthiers. Sourced exclusively from salvage-recovered old-growth timber, these exceptional soundboards deliver an unparalleled stiffness-to-weight ratio that ensures superior projection and dynamic range. Each set showcases stunning visual depth with a subtle pillow/quilt effect while providing the acoustic excellence your finest instruments deserve.

## Enhanced Resonance for Superior Classical Guitars

Our AAA Class Curly Sitka spruce tops originate from pristine old-growth forests, with timber aged naturally over centuries. This extended natural seasoning process imbues the wood fiber with enhanced resonant properties that plantation-grown alternatives cannot replicate. Luthiers working with these curly Sitka Spruce soundboards discover a richness and complexity in tone that makes every note sing with vibrant clarity. The natural aging combined with the wood’s inherent stiffness creates instruments capable of exceptional projection across the full dynamic range.

## Technical Specifications: AAA Class Curly Sitka Spruce

Designed for the discerning luthier, these AAA Class Curly Sitka tops provide precise dimensions and exceptional characteristics:

- **Grade:** AAA Class (highest non-figured classification with distinct curly figuring)
- **Species:** Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis)
- **Source:** 100% salvage-sourced old-growth timber from pristine forests
- **Figuring:** Subtle pillow/quilt effect creating perceived depth of 1/4″ on the surface
- **Cut:** 2 pc bookset, meticulously prepared for classical guitar construction
- **Approximate Bookset Dimensions:** 7.5″ x 23″ (length and width may vary slightly in pattern coverage)
- **Classical Guitar Pattern Coverage (per half):**
  - Lower Bout: 7.25-7.5″
  - Waist: 4.5″
  - Upper Bout: 5.55-5.75″
  - Length: 19-20.25″
- **Recommendation:** For specific pattern requirements or custom dimensions outside these ranges, contact us prior to ordering or leave detailed notes during checkout

## 100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee

Every AAA Class Curly 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 reclaimed wood sourcing represents the environmental standard in tonewood production, ensuring your classical guitar tops arrive with the acoustic character only decades of forest aging can provide.

## Quality and Durability Assurance for AAA Class Curly Sitka

With three decades of expertise, each AAA Class Curly Sitka Spruce set meets rigorous structural and aesthetic standards. Our comprehensive grading system evaluates visual appearance alongside critical acoustic factors including grain slope, stiffness, and resonant properties. Professional luthiers worldwide depend on our consistent quality for their finest instruments, confident in the durability and exceptional tonal performance of our old-growth classical guitar tops. The combination of age, figure, and superior wood selection ensures these soundboards will deliver outstanding results for years to come.