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Hand Split Sitka Spruce Bracewood elevates acoustic performance with superior fiber alignment and tonal response. Sourced from salvage-recovered old-growth timber and meticulously hand-split, this bracewood is crafted for discerning luthiers. Each 1/2 boardfoot volume provides premium material for guitar bracing with exceptional clarity, vibrancy, and harmonic richness.

Superior Craftsmanship for Professional Instrument Builders

Unlike sawn timber, our hand-splitting process follows natural grain patterns, minimizing run-out and maximizing strength-to-weight ratio. This method ensures optimal acoustic projection and resonance in every instrument.

  • Hand-Split for Superior Fiber Alignment – Maximizes tonal response and instrument voice clarity
  • Salvage-Recovered Old-Growth Timber – Sustainable sourcing with acoustically superior characteristics
  • Precision Grain Structure – True fiber run on all faces for consistent performance
  • Professional-Grade Quality – Ideal for serious luthiers and instrument builders
  • Sold by 1/2 BDFT – Approximately 72 cubic inches per unit for guitar bracing applications

Original price was: $13.00.Current price is: $11.00.

Discount per Quantity

Quantity Price % Discount
3 - 11 $10.45 5%
12 - 25 $10.23 7.00%
26 - 52 $9.57 13%
53+ $9.35 15%
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Description

Discover the superior quality of our Hand Split Sitka Spruce Bracewood, meticulously prepared for luthiers who demand exceptional tonal integrity and structural stability in their instruments. This Sitka Spruce Bracewood is sourced from majestic, old-growth timber and serves as an essential component for crafting instruments with unparalleled resonance and durability.

HAND SPLIT BRACEWOOD

RANDOM SIZE PIECES, SOLD BY 1/2 BDFT VOLUME [1-BDFT=144 CU.IN.]. At least 1 face of each board will have evidence of fiber running the length without or near no grain slope.

Produced with the finest tonewood fiber in the world. Procured from salvage sourced old-growth Sitka Spruce.

This product is sold by 1/2 boardfoot volume. .5 bdft = 72 cu inches [1 x 3 x 23.5 or equivalent]. We have been told by luthiers that 1/2 bdft should be enough for bracing a guitar.

Enhanced Resonance for Superior Tone

The choice of bracewood is paramount to an instrument’s acoustic performance. Our hand split Sitka Spruce Bracewood is renowned among luthiers for its exceptional contribution to sound quality. The unique fiber structure of old-growth Sitka Spruce ensures a superior strength-to-weight ratio, allowing for optimal vibrational transfer and a rich, articulate tonal response. This soundboard bracing material enhances sustain, clarity, and projection, bringing out the true voice of your crafted instruments.

Technical Specifications: Hand Split Sitka Spruce Bracewood

  • Wood Species: Old-Growth Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis)
  • Sourcing: Sustainably procured from salvage-sourced timber
  • Processing: Hand Split Bracewood for superior grain integrity
  • Grain Characteristics: At least one face exhibits fiber running the full length with minimal to no grain slope, ideal for guitar bracing applications
  • Volume: Sold by 1/2 board foot (72 cubic inches, e.g., 1″ x 3″ x 23.5″ or equivalent)
  • Intended Use: Sufficient volume for bracing one guitar, as confirmed by professional luthiers

100% Salvage-Sourced Old Growth Sitka Spruce Assurance

We are committed to providing only the most exceptional and responsibly sourced materials. Our Hand Split Sitka Spruce Bracewood is guaranteed to be 100% sourced from salvage-recovered, naturally fallen old-growth timber. This ethical procurement ensures that you are building with ancient, naturally seasoned wood fiber, renowned for its unparalleled tonal properties, without contributing to deforestation.

Quality and Durability Assurance for Long-Lasting Instruments

Every piece of our Sitka Spruce Bracewood undergoes rigorous inspection to meet the highest standards of quality demanded by professional luthiers. The hand-splitting process follows the natural grain, providing exceptional strength and stability that quartersawn timber offers, which is crucial for the longevity and structural integrity of an instrument. This ensures your bracing stock will withstand the test of time, delivering consistent acoustic performance for generations.

3 reviews for Hand Split Sitka Spruce Bracewood

  1. jeffrey Walter (verified owner)

    Great brace wood strong and light..

  2. Ali (verified owner)

    Doesn’t get much better than this for bracewood
    Absolutely perfect

  3. Seth (verified owner)

    Exactly as described, light, resonant, hand split old growth sitka bracewood pieces. Thank you!

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Description

Discover the superior quality of our Hand Split Sitka Spruce Bracewood, meticulously prepared for luthiers who demand exceptional tonal integrity and structural stability in their instruments. This Sitka Spruce Bracewood is sourced from majestic, old-growth timber and serves as an essential component for crafting instruments with unparalleled resonance and durability.

HAND SPLIT BRACEWOOD

RANDOM SIZE PIECES, SOLD BY 1/2 BDFT VOLUME [1-BDFT=144 CU.IN.]. At least 1 face of each board will have evidence of fiber running the length without or near no grain slope.

Produced with the finest tonewood fiber in the world. Procured from salvage sourced old-growth Sitka Spruce.

This product is sold by 1/2 boardfoot volume. .5 bdft = 72 cu inches [1 x 3 x 23.5 or equivalent]. We have been told by luthiers that 1/2 bdft should be enough for bracing a guitar.

Enhanced Resonance for Superior Tone

The choice of bracewood is paramount to an instrument’s acoustic performance. Our hand split Sitka Spruce Bracewood is renowned among luthiers for its exceptional contribution to sound quality. The unique fiber structure of old-growth Sitka Spruce ensures a superior strength-to-weight ratio, allowing for optimal vibrational transfer and a rich, articulate tonal response. This soundboard bracing material enhances sustain, clarity, and projection, bringing out the true voice of your crafted instruments.

Technical Specifications: Hand Split Sitka Spruce Bracewood

  • Wood Species: Old-Growth Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis)
  • Sourcing: Sustainably procured from salvage-sourced timber
  • Processing: Hand Split Bracewood for superior grain integrity
  • Grain Characteristics: At least one face exhibits fiber running the full length with minimal to no grain slope, ideal for guitar bracing applications
  • Volume: Sold by 1/2 board foot (72 cubic inches, e.g., 1″ x 3″ x 23.5″ or equivalent)
  • Intended Use: Sufficient volume for bracing one guitar, as confirmed by professional luthiers

100% Salvage-Sourced Old Growth Sitka Spruce Assurance

We are committed to providing only the most exceptional and responsibly sourced materials. Our Hand Split Sitka Spruce Bracewood is guaranteed to be 100% sourced from salvage-recovered, naturally fallen old-growth timber. This ethical procurement ensures that you are building with ancient, naturally seasoned wood fiber, renowned for its unparalleled tonal properties, without contributing to deforestation.

Quality and Durability Assurance for Long-Lasting Instruments

Every piece of our Sitka Spruce Bracewood undergoes rigorous inspection to meet the highest standards of quality demanded by professional luthiers. The hand-splitting process follows the natural grain, providing exceptional strength and stability that quartersawn timber offers, which is crucial for the longevity and structural integrity of an instrument. This ensures your bracing stock will withstand the test of time, delivering consistent acoustic performance for generations.

3 reviews for Hand Split Sitka Spruce Bracewood

  1. jeffrey Walter (verified owner)

    Great brace wood strong and light..

  2. Ali (verified owner)

    Doesn’t get much better than this for bracewood
    Absolutely perfect

  3. Seth (verified owner)

    Exactly as described, light, resonant, hand split old growth sitka bracewood pieces. Thank you!

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Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

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