Red Cedar Classical Size guitar top sets crafted from salvage-recovered old-growth timber deliver exceptional tonal character and visual distinction. These naturally aged soundboards feature the earthy, resonant qualities that classical guitar builders seek, with quartersawn vertical grain optimized for maximum acoustic response.
Ideal for builders prioritizing sustainability and tonal excellence, these sets provide a distinctive foundation for classical guitar construction with proven acoustic performance.
$40.00
1 in stock
Discount per Quantity
| Quantity | 3 - 11 | 12 - 25 | 26 - 52 | 53+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $38.00 | $37.20 | $34.80 | $34.00 |
| % Discount | 5% | 7.00% | 13% | 15% |
Discover the unparalleled warmth and rich resonance of our EarthTone Red Cedar Classical Size guitar top set. Sourced from ancient, naturally seasoned old-growth Western Red Cedar, these unique soundboards offer a distinctive earthy aesthetic and an exceptional tonal palette, perfect for the discerning luthier crafting high-quality classical guitars and other exquisite flat-top instruments.
Time is what sets these sets apart from all others. The old-growth trees grew for 300 or more years and then died standing or blew over and lay on the forest floor, getting reclaimed by the forest under new growth of moss and other trees. It’s the age and water combined with the cedar oils together over a long time that produced these colors of the fiber that cannot be replicated. Definitely unique and eye-catching—earthy in looks and tone, and the namesake of our entire product line of earth-friendly tonewood products.
Classical Guitar Sizing: Most 2-piece bookmatched sets are cut over 7.5″ x 23″, but may not pattern across the full width and length. These Red Cedar Classical Size tops will pattern per half as follows: Lower bout 7.25-7.5″, waist 4.5″, upper bout 5.55-5.75″ x 19-20.25″ long, which is the range of classical guitar patterns we have available. If your measurements crowd these dimensions, please contact us before ordering to discuss your specific build requirements.
The natural aging process of our old-growth Western Red Cedar imbues each soundboard with exceptional resonant properties. Centuries of natural conditioning create wood fiber with a unique stiffness-to-weight ratio, leading to superior projection, extended sustain, and a harmonically rich, warm tone coveted by classical guitar builders and luthiers worldwide. This organic seasoning process, spanning hundreds of years, delivers tonal excellence unmatched by younger, plantation-grown timber, ensuring your instrument achieves a truly captivating voice.
Every EarthTone Red Cedar Classical Size soundboard is a testament to sustainable forestry, originating exclusively from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees. We meticulously avoid clear-cutting operations, ensuring the preservation of vital old-growth ecosystems. This commitment provides luthiers with unparalleled access to reclaimed timber that has undergone centuries of natural seasoning, offering superior stability and resonant characteristics. Our EarthTone Soundboards proudly set the environmental standard in tonewood sourcing, allowing you to build with integrity and exceptional materials.
Backed by decades of expertise in premium tonewoods, each Red Cedar Classical Size top undergoes rigorous inspection to meet the highest structural and aesthetic standards. Our comprehensive grading system extends beyond visual appeal, meticulously assessing critical factors such as grain structure, wood stiffness, and inherent resonant properties. This ensures consistent, professional-grade quality that luthiers worldwide trust for crafting their most exquisite classical guitars and other flat-top instruments, guaranteeing enduring beauty and exceptional playability.
Discover the unparalleled warmth and rich resonance of our EarthTone Red Cedar Classical Size guitar top set. Sourced from ancient, naturally seasoned old-growth Western Red Cedar, these unique soundboards offer a distinctive earthy aesthetic and an exceptional tonal palette, perfect for the discerning luthier crafting high-quality classical guitars and other exquisite flat-top instruments.
Time is what sets these sets apart from all others. The old-growth trees grew for 300 or more years and then died standing or blew over and lay on the forest floor, getting reclaimed by the forest under new growth of moss and other trees. It’s the age and water combined with the cedar oils together over a long time that produced these colors of the fiber that cannot be replicated. Definitely unique and eye-catching—earthy in looks and tone, and the namesake of our entire product line of earth-friendly tonewood products.
Classical Guitar Sizing: Most 2-piece bookmatched sets are cut over 7.5″ x 23″, but may not pattern across the full width and length. These Red Cedar Classical Size tops will pattern per half as follows: Lower bout 7.25-7.5″, waist 4.5″, upper bout 5.55-5.75″ x 19-20.25″ long, which is the range of classical guitar patterns we have available. If your measurements crowd these dimensions, please contact us before ordering to discuss your specific build requirements.
The natural aging process of our old-growth Western Red Cedar imbues each soundboard with exceptional resonant properties. Centuries of natural conditioning create wood fiber with a unique stiffness-to-weight ratio, leading to superior projection, extended sustain, and a harmonically rich, warm tone coveted by classical guitar builders and luthiers worldwide. This organic seasoning process, spanning hundreds of years, delivers tonal excellence unmatched by younger, plantation-grown timber, ensuring your instrument achieves a truly captivating voice.
Every EarthTone Red Cedar Classical Size soundboard is a testament to sustainable forestry, originating exclusively from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees. We meticulously avoid clear-cutting operations, ensuring the preservation of vital old-growth ecosystems. This commitment provides luthiers with unparalleled access to reclaimed timber that has undergone centuries of natural seasoning, offering superior stability and resonant characteristics. Our EarthTone Soundboards proudly set the environmental standard in tonewood sourcing, allowing you to build with integrity and exceptional materials.
Backed by decades of expertise in premium tonewoods, each Red Cedar Classical Size top undergoes rigorous inspection to meet the highest structural and aesthetic standards. Our comprehensive grading system extends beyond visual appeal, meticulously assessing critical factors such as grain structure, wood stiffness, and inherent resonant properties. This ensures consistent, professional-grade quality that luthiers worldwide trust for crafting their most exquisite classical guitars and other flat-top instruments, guaranteeing enduring beauty and exceptional playability.
As pictured. The grain was beautiful. The wood was stiff and light. I expect it will make a wonderful guitar.
Bob Gramann (verified owner) –
As pictured. The grain was beautiful. The wood was stiff and light. I expect it will make a wonderful guitar.