Description
Crafting Excellence with Old-Growth Western Red Cedar Weisenborn Tops
Elevate your instrument builds with our A Grade non-figured Western Red Cedar Weisenborn guitar top set. Sourced from majestic salvage old-growth timber, these unique soundboards for Weisenborn construction offer an unparalleled blend of distinctive visual character and exceptional tonal properties. Perfect for luthiers seeking a truly individual voice, Western Red Cedar Weisenborn tops promise rich resonance, complex harmonic response, and a visually captivating aesthetic that reflects their centuries-old heritage.
Enhanced Resonance and Tonal Character
A Grade non-figured Red Cedar Weisenborn soundboards deliver character-rich aesthetics alongside outstanding acoustic performance. These boards showcase remarkable visual depth with colorful variances and unique growth patterns, sometimes displaying naturally curved or varied grain. All this distinctive character exists without sacrificing tone—a hallmark of properly selected tonewood for Weisenborn instruments.
The profound acoustic benefits derived from centuries of natural seasoning make old-growth Western Red Cedar Weisenborn tops distinctly desirable. Experience a tonal profile cherished by luthiers for its warmth, responsiveness, and rich overtones that define the Weisenborn sound:
- Superior Harmonic Complexity: Old-growth fiber naturally enhances sustain and overtone series, creating a lush, full sound ideal for the Weisenborn’s unique playing style.
- Exceptional Responsiveness: Despite their characterful appearance, these tops deliver quick attack and impressive dynamic range, allowing every nuance of your playing to shine through.
- Unique Visual Identity: Embrace the beauty of natural variances, colorful hues, and distinctive growth lines that make each soundboard visually unique, without compromising sonic integrity.
- Sustainably Sourced Excellence: Benefit from the superior resonant properties of naturally aged wood, unmatched by plantation-grown alternatives, while supporting responsible forestry practices.
Technical Specifications
Designed for the discerning luthier, this Western Red Cedar Weisenborn soundboard set meets precise dimensions and quality standards for professional instrument construction:
- Dimensions: Approximately 3/16″ thick, 8 inches wide x 32 inches long per piece.
- Configuration: 2-piece bookset, precisely sized to pattern a complete Weisenborn instrument.
- Grade: A Grade non-figured, selected for distinctive visual character and excellent tonal performance.
- Species: Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata), renowned for warmth and clarity in instrument soundboards.
- Source: 100% salvage-sourced old-growth timber from naturally fallen or recovered trees.
- Processing: Kiln-dried to optimal specifications for stability and workability.
- Quality Notes: Minor splits or defects may exist outside the instrument pattern without affecting the finished soundboard.
100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee
Every Western Red Cedar Weisenborn soundboard originates from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees, never from clear-cutting operations. This approach preserves vital old-growth forests while providing luthiers access to timber with centuries of natural seasoning. Our commitment to reclaimed tonewood represents the environmental standard in soundboard production, ensuring your Weisenborn instrument not only sounds exceptional but also carries a story of ecological responsibility and sustainable sourcing practices.
Quality and Durability Assurance
With 30+ years of expertise in tonewood selection, we ensure each Western Red Cedar Weisenborn set meets rigorous structural and aesthetic standards. Our comprehensive grading system evaluates not just visual appearance, but critical factors including grain integrity, stiffness-to-weight ratio, and resonant properties. Professional luthiers worldwide rely on our consistent quality for their finest Weisenborn instruments, confident that these Western Red Cedar Weisenborn tops will deliver outstanding performance, lasting durability, and the distinctive character these instruments are known for.

MUST Guitars (verified owner) –
These tops are better than OK. I only ordered one set but plan to get more and build with them. They tap well, have consistent grain and I enjoy the ‘character’. Worth giving them a try!