Description
Discover the exceptional tonal qualities of our AAA Red Cedar Ukulele tops, meticulously crafted for discerning luthiers and instrument makers. Sourced from salvage-recovered, old-growth Western Red Cedar, these soundboard boards offer unparalleled resonance and stability for your next tenor ukulele project. Experience the rich, warm voice that only naturally aged, quarter-sawn tonewood can provide, perfect for creating an instrument with a truly resonant voice.
Enhanced Resonance for AAA Red Cedar Ukulele Tops
Crafted from centuries-old, naturally seasoned Western Red Cedar, these AAA Red Cedar Ukulele tops offer a distinct tonal advantage for discerning instrument builders. The dense, old-growth wood fibers possess an exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio, contributing to superior projection and a broad dynamic range ideal for tenor ukulele applications. This natural aging process imbues the wood with enhanced resonant properties, delivering the warm, rich overtones and quick response characteristic of authentic Red Cedar tonewood, far surpassing younger, plantation-grown alternatives. Elevate your instrument’s voice with the deep, complex timbre of our quality soundboard materials for your next build.
Technical Specifications
Our AAA Red Cedar Ukulele tops are meticulously prepared to meet the demanding standards of professional luthiers. Here are the precise details:
- Grade: AAA (finest quality, non-figured Western Red Cedar)
- Species: Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata)
- Source: 100% salvage-sourced old-growth timber, renowned for superior acoustic properties
- Cut: Precision quarter-sawn 2-piece bookset for optimal grain orientation and stability
- Typical Board Dimensions: Approximately 5″ W x 14″ L (each half of the bookset)
- Tenor Ukulele Pattern Minimum (per half): Lower bout 4.5″, waist 3″, upper bout 3.375″ x 12.25″ L
- Suitability: Ideal for tenor ukulele builds requiring excellent projection and warm, articulate tone
- Moisture Content: Kiln-dried to optimal luthier specifications for stable performance
- Important Note: Due to natural wood variations, we recommend reviewing your specific pattern requirements against our dimensions. Please contact us if your measurements require special consideration before placing your order.
100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee
Our commitment to sustainability is as strong as our commitment to quality. Every AAA Red Cedar Ukulele top we offer originates from naturally fallen or carefully salvage-recovered old-growth trees. We never source from clear-cutting operations, ensuring that the integrity of ancient forests is preserved. This responsible procurement method provides luthiers with access to genuine Western Red Cedar tonewood, naturally seasoned for centuries, while upholding the highest environmental standards. When you choose our soundboard materials, you’re investing in an instrument with a rich history and a sustainable future.
Quality & Durability Assurance
With decades of experience in sourcing and preparing premium tonewoods, we guarantee that each AAA Red Cedar Ukulele top meets the most rigorous structural and aesthetic standards. Our comprehensive grading system evaluates critical factors including grain slope, stiffness-to-weight ratio, and inherent resonant properties specific to Western Red Cedar. Professional luthiers trust our consistent quality, relying on these soundboard tops to be the foundation for their finest, most durable instruments. Your finished ukulele built with our materials will stand the test of time, delivering the warm, responsive tone that Red Cedar tonewood is renowned for throughout the instrument’s lifetime.

Phil Henderson (verified owner) –
The clarity of the tap tone on the two tops I received was amazing. Easily as good or better that the $30 cedar tops I have received from other vendors