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Elevate your Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar with EarthTone Mid Grade Soundboards, meticulously crafted from salvage-recovered old-growth Western Red Cedar timber. These exceptional dreadnaught guitar tops deliver rich, full-bodied acoustic performance with distinctive tonal warmth sourced from trees that grew for 300-700 years before natural reclamation.

Product Specifications

  • Wood Species: Western Red Cedar
  • Grade: AA (Mid Grade)
  • Cut: 2-Piece Bookset
  • Dimensions: 8.5″ x 23″ (before pattern cutting)
  • Grain: Precision Quartersawn Vertical Grain

Dreadnaught Dimensions

These Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar tops pattern to accommodate standard dreadnaught specifications:

  • Lower Bout: 8″
  • Waist: 5.25″
  • Upper Bout: 5.75″
  • Length: 19.75-20″

Mid-grade material may exhibit subtle light reflections or varied color tones. Contact us before ordering to confirm fit for your specific Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar project.

Why Choose EarthTone Soundboards

  • Salvage-Recovered Old-Growth Timber for Sustainable Building
  • Exceptional Acoustic Resonance and Sustain
  • Quartersawn Vertical Grain for Optimal Sound Projection
  • Professional-Grade Tonewood at Outstanding Value

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Description

Discover the rich, earthy tones of our EarthTone Mid Grade Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar Top Set. Specifically selected for discerning luthiers, these salvaged old-growth Western Red Cedar soundboards offer a unique aesthetic and superior acoustic properties for your next dreadnaught guitar build. The distinctive warmth and clarity of this reclaimed tonewood comes from centuries of natural aging, creating tonal character that cannot be replicated by younger plantation-grown alternatives.

Enhanced Resonance for Your Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar Top

Unlock an unparalleled tonal palette with our EarthTone Mid Grade Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar top sets. The centuries of natural aging, combined with the unique properties of Western Red Cedar, imbue this soundboard wood with extraordinary resonant qualities. Expect a warm, articulate voice with rich overtones and superb sustain, providing the perfect foundation for a responsive and expressive acoustic guitar. This naturally seasoned cedar offers a tonal depth and character unmatched by younger alternatives, making it an ideal choice for the discerning builder seeking a distinctive sound for their dreadnaught guitar projects.

The Mid Grade sort offers visual character through subtle “flash” and “knot shadow” effects that reflect light uniquely in the finished top. While these sets may not display the most flowing color variations, they deliver the same acoustic excellence and time-honored seasoning that defines our entire product line. The 300-700 year old growth period, combined with water and cedar oils working together over centuries, has produced fiber colors and tonal properties that are genuinely unique and eye-catching.

Technical Specifications: Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar Top Set

  • Wood Species: Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata)
  • Grade: Mid Grade Sort (characterized by subtle “flash” or “knot shadow” and varied color variations)
  • Source: 100% salvage old-growth reclaimed timber, naturally fallen or recovered
  • Age: Naturally seasoned 300-700 year old growth
  • Cut: 2-piece bookset configuration
  • Approximate Dimensions (per half, suitable for dreadnaught patterns):
    • Length: 19.75-20 inches
    • Lower Bout: 8 inches
    • Waist: 5.25 inches
    • Upper Bout: 5.75 inches
  • Moisture Content: Kiln-dried to luthier specifications

Note on Fit: Most 2-piece bookset boards accommodate measurements within these ranges. If your dreadnaught guitar patterns have specifications that approach these dimensions closely, we recommend contacting us before ordering or noting your specific requirements during checkout to ensure optimal fit.

100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee

Every EarthTone Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar top set originates from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees, never from destructive clear-cutting operations. This unwavering commitment to sustainability preserves invaluable old-growth forests while granting luthiers access to an exceptional soundboard tonewood naturally seasoned over centuries. Our EarthTone Soundboards™ embody the highest environmental standards in tonewood sourcing, ensuring your red cedar dreadnaught guitar is built with integrity and minimal ecological footprint.

The reclaimed nature of our tonewood creates an earth-friendly alternative without compromise on acoustic performance. This approach earned these products their EarthTone namesake—reflecting both their warm, earthy appearance and our commitment to sustainable forestry practices.

Quality & Durability Assurance

With over 30 years of expertise, Alaska Specialty Woods ensures each Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar top set meets rigorous structural and acoustic standards. Our comprehensive grading system meticulously evaluates not just visual appearance, but critical factors including grain slope, stiffness, and the unique resonant properties inherent to old-growth Western Red Cedar. Professional luthiers worldwide consistently rely on our dedication to quality for crafting their finest acoustic instruments. The durability and sonic superiority of our dreadnaught guitar tops reflect a commitment to producing soundboard materials that honor both the wood’s natural heritage and the builder’s vision.

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Description

Discover the rich, earthy tones of our EarthTone Mid Grade Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar Top Set. Specifically selected for discerning luthiers, these salvaged old-growth Western Red Cedar soundboards offer a unique aesthetic and superior acoustic properties for your next dreadnaught guitar build. The distinctive warmth and clarity of this reclaimed tonewood comes from centuries of natural aging, creating tonal character that cannot be replicated by younger plantation-grown alternatives.

Enhanced Resonance for Your Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar Top

Unlock an unparalleled tonal palette with our EarthTone Mid Grade Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar top sets. The centuries of natural aging, combined with the unique properties of Western Red Cedar, imbue this soundboard wood with extraordinary resonant qualities. Expect a warm, articulate voice with rich overtones and superb sustain, providing the perfect foundation for a responsive and expressive acoustic guitar. This naturally seasoned cedar offers a tonal depth and character unmatched by younger alternatives, making it an ideal choice for the discerning builder seeking a distinctive sound for their dreadnaught guitar projects.

The Mid Grade sort offers visual character through subtle “flash” and “knot shadow” effects that reflect light uniquely in the finished top. While these sets may not display the most flowing color variations, they deliver the same acoustic excellence and time-honored seasoning that defines our entire product line. The 300-700 year old growth period, combined with water and cedar oils working together over centuries, has produced fiber colors and tonal properties that are genuinely unique and eye-catching.

Technical Specifications: Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar Top Set

  • Wood Species: Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata)
  • Grade: Mid Grade Sort (characterized by subtle “flash” or “knot shadow” and varied color variations)
  • Source: 100% salvage old-growth reclaimed timber, naturally fallen or recovered
  • Age: Naturally seasoned 300-700 year old growth
  • Cut: 2-piece bookset configuration
  • Approximate Dimensions (per half, suitable for dreadnaught patterns):
    • Length: 19.75-20 inches
    • Lower Bout: 8 inches
    • Waist: 5.25 inches
    • Upper Bout: 5.75 inches
  • Moisture Content: Kiln-dried to luthier specifications

Note on Fit: Most 2-piece bookset boards accommodate measurements within these ranges. If your dreadnaught guitar patterns have specifications that approach these dimensions closely, we recommend contacting us before ordering or noting your specific requirements during checkout to ensure optimal fit.

100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee

Every EarthTone Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar top set originates from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees, never from destructive clear-cutting operations. This unwavering commitment to sustainability preserves invaluable old-growth forests while granting luthiers access to an exceptional soundboard tonewood naturally seasoned over centuries. Our EarthTone Soundboards™ embody the highest environmental standards in tonewood sourcing, ensuring your red cedar dreadnaught guitar is built with integrity and minimal ecological footprint.

The reclaimed nature of our tonewood creates an earth-friendly alternative without compromise on acoustic performance. This approach earned these products their EarthTone namesake—reflecting both their warm, earthy appearance and our commitment to sustainable forestry practices.

Quality & Durability Assurance

With over 30 years of expertise, Alaska Specialty Woods ensures each Red Cedar Dreadnaught Guitar top set meets rigorous structural and acoustic standards. Our comprehensive grading system meticulously evaluates not just visual appearance, but critical factors including grain slope, stiffness, and the unique resonant properties inherent to old-growth Western Red Cedar. Professional luthiers worldwide consistently rely on our dedication to quality for crafting their finest acoustic instruments. The durability and sonic superiority of our dreadnaught guitar tops reflect a commitment to producing soundboard materials that honor both the wood’s natural heritage and the builder’s vision.

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