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AA Western Red Cedar Classical Guitar Tops

Our SPECIAL-6Pk AA Cedar classical guitar tops deliver exceptional tonal response and visual character with subtle color variation that distinguishes each soundboard. Sourced from salvage-recovered old-growth timber, these precision quartersawn Western Red Cedar tops are engineered for superior acoustic performance and structural stability.

Professional-Grade Soundboards for Luthiers

  • Grade AA Western Red Cedar – Exceptional quality for discerning builders
  • Salvage-Recovered Old-Growth Timber – Sustainably sourced premium tonewood
  • Precision Quartersawn Vertical Grain – Maximizes tonal response and resonance
  • Subtle Color Variation – Adds natural character and visual appeal
  • Professional Specifications – Designed for classical guitar construction with typical dimensions per half: Lower bout 7.25-7.5 inches, waist 4.5 inches, upper bout 5.55-5.75 inches by 19-20.25 inches long

Each two-piece bookset is meticulously quartersawn to provide balanced acoustic properties and structural integrity for classical instruments. Contact us before ordering to confirm your specific pattern requirements.

$120.00

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Description

Elevate your classical guitar crafting with our SPECIAL-6Pk AA Western Red Cedar classical guitar tops. This convenient 6-pack offers discerning luthiers exceptional salvage-sourced tonewood, ideal for creating instruments with a distinctively warm, clear, and resonant voice. Each set of cedar classical guitar tops is carefully selected to provide reliable quality and beautiful aesthetics for builders seeking outstanding soundboards with character and musical depth.

Enhanced Resonance for Your Masterpiece

Crafted from old-growth Western Red Cedar, these AA cedar soundboards offer a rich, complex tonal palette highly prized by luthiers worldwide. The natural aging process of this sustainably salvaged timber contributes to an exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio, translating into superior projection and a broad dynamic range. The subtle color variation found in these classical guitar tops is described as giving the wood “character,” enhancing both visual appeal and acoustic performance. Experience the characteristic warmth, clarity, and sustain that Western Red Cedar tonewood delivers, ensuring your instruments possess truly captivating acoustic properties that resonate with musicians.

Technical Specifications for Our AA Cedar Classical Guitar Tops

Precisely selected for instrument construction, each set adheres to rigorous standards:

  • Grade: AA (Good quality, with subtle color variation described as “character”)
  • Species: Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata)
  • Source: 100% salvage-sourced old-growth timber
  • Cut: Well quartersawn 2-piece booksets
  • Typical Dimensions (per half): Lower bout 7.25-7.5″, waist 4.5″, upper bout 5.55-5.75″ x 19-20.25″ inches long
  • Overall Bookset Dimensions: Most 2 pc bookset boards are cut 7.5+” x 23″ (may not pattern full width/length)
  • Moisture Content: Kiln-dried to luthier specifications for optimal stability and performance

Classical Guitar Pattern Compatibility: These soundboards are designed to accommodate classical guitar top patterns within the specified dimensions. If your measurements approach these parameters, we recommend contacting our team before ordering to ensure proper fit for your build specifications.

100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee

Every cedar classical guitar top originates from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees, never from clear-cutting operations. This sustainable approach preserves old-growth forests while providing luthiers access to timber with centuries of natural seasoning. Our EarthTone Soundboards™ represent the environmental standard in tonewood sourcing, ensuring that each set of cedar soundboards supports responsible forestry practices while delivering uncompromised acoustic quality.

Quality & Durability Assurance

Alaska Specialty Woods’ 30+ years of expertise ensures each set meets rigorous structural and aesthetic standards. Our comprehensive grading system evaluates critical factors including grain slope, stiffness, and resonant properties—not just visual appearance. Professional luthiers worldwide rely on our consistent quality for their finest classical guitar instruments, knowing that our carefully selected tonewood will perform reliably for years to come.

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Description

Elevate your classical guitar crafting with our SPECIAL-6Pk AA Western Red Cedar classical guitar tops. This convenient 6-pack offers discerning luthiers exceptional salvage-sourced tonewood, ideal for creating instruments with a distinctively warm, clear, and resonant voice. Each set of cedar classical guitar tops is carefully selected to provide reliable quality and beautiful aesthetics for builders seeking outstanding soundboards with character and musical depth.

Enhanced Resonance for Your Masterpiece

Crafted from old-growth Western Red Cedar, these AA cedar soundboards offer a rich, complex tonal palette highly prized by luthiers worldwide. The natural aging process of this sustainably salvaged timber contributes to an exceptional stiffness-to-weight ratio, translating into superior projection and a broad dynamic range. The subtle color variation found in these classical guitar tops is described as giving the wood “character,” enhancing both visual appeal and acoustic performance. Experience the characteristic warmth, clarity, and sustain that Western Red Cedar tonewood delivers, ensuring your instruments possess truly captivating acoustic properties that resonate with musicians.

Technical Specifications for Our AA Cedar Classical Guitar Tops

Precisely selected for instrument construction, each set adheres to rigorous standards:

  • Grade: AA (Good quality, with subtle color variation described as “character”)
  • Species: Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata)
  • Source: 100% salvage-sourced old-growth timber
  • Cut: Well quartersawn 2-piece booksets
  • Typical Dimensions (per half): Lower bout 7.25-7.5″, waist 4.5″, upper bout 5.55-5.75″ x 19-20.25″ inches long
  • Overall Bookset Dimensions: Most 2 pc bookset boards are cut 7.5+” x 23″ (may not pattern full width/length)
  • Moisture Content: Kiln-dried to luthier specifications for optimal stability and performance

Classical Guitar Pattern Compatibility: These soundboards are designed to accommodate classical guitar top patterns within the specified dimensions. If your measurements approach these parameters, we recommend contacting our team before ordering to ensure proper fit for your build specifications.

100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee

Every cedar classical guitar top originates from naturally fallen or salvage-recovered trees, never from clear-cutting operations. This sustainable approach preserves old-growth forests while providing luthiers access to timber with centuries of natural seasoning. Our EarthTone Soundboards™ represent the environmental standard in tonewood sourcing, ensuring that each set of cedar soundboards supports responsible forestry practices while delivering uncompromised acoustic quality.

Quality & Durability Assurance

Alaska Specialty Woods’ 30+ years of expertise ensures each set meets rigorous structural and aesthetic standards. Our comprehensive grading system evaluates critical factors including grain slope, stiffness, and resonant properties—not just visual appearance. Professional luthiers worldwide rely on our consistent quality for their finest classical guitar instruments, knowing that our carefully selected tonewood will perform reliably for years to come.

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