Experience unparalleled acoustic excellence with our Ultra Light Sitka Spruce Archtop Guitar soundboards. Sourced from unique old-growth timber, these exceptional tonewood tops offer an extraordinary combination of lightweight density and vibrant tonal character, ideal for luthiers crafting high-performance archtop instruments. Our Sitka Spruce archtop guitar tops are produced from the finest tonewood fiber available, procured from salvage-sourced old-growth reclaimed timber harvested decades ago.

Cut from a bridge stringer log we acquired in 1998—originally felled in the early 1980s for a log bridge—this Ultra Light Sitka Spruce represents the most lightweight spruce tonewood we have processed from millions of board feet of large diameter material. Approximately 15% lighter than standard old-growth Sitka, this exceptional wood matches the weight of fine textured Western Red Cedar while maintaining the tonal characteristics essential for archtop construction. The slightly looser texture and occasional bearclaw figuring create instruments that are distinctly loud and vibrant, delivering the dynamic range and acoustic projection that professional luthiers demand.

Note: A second log with identical tonal properties and similar aesthetic characteristics has been identified. This water-salvaged float log exhibits a whiter appearance while maintaining the superior resonance qualities of this exceptional Sitka Spruce archtop guitar material.

Enhanced Resonance for Your Archtop Guitar

The exceptional properties of this Ultra Light Sitka Spruce archtop guitar top translate directly into superior acoustic performance. Its unique lightness—15% less dense than typical old-growth Sitka—dramatically enhances vibration and responsiveness, resulting in a distinctly loud and vibrant sound. This premium tonewood offers an unparalleled dynamic range, allowing for nuanced expression and powerful projection—qualities essential for professional-grade archtop instruments. The slightly looser texture and occasional bearclaw figuring contribute to unique tonal complexity, producing rich overtones and inviting warmth that distinguishes this soundboard material from standard options. This is not merely wood; it represents a foundation for crafting instruments with extraordinary acoustic character.

Technical Specifications: Ultra Light Sitka Spruce Archtop Guitar

• Wood Species: Ultra Light Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis)
• Source: Salvage-sourced old-growth timber from a unique bridge stringer log, originally cut in the early 1980s and acquired in 1998
• Weight: Approximately 15% lighter than average old-growth Sitka Spruce; comparable to fine textured Western Red Cedar
• Texture: Slightly looser grain structure than typical old-growth Sitka Spruce
• Grain Characteristics: Wider grain patterns present at the butt section of the original log
• Figuring: Most boards exhibit occasional bearclaw figuring
• Tonal Profile: Produces loud and vibrant instruments with exceptional dynamic range
• Alternative Availability: Second water-salvaged float log with similar tonal and aesthetic properties (whiter in color) also available from this distinct Sitka Spruce source

100% Old Growth Reclaimed Wood Guarantee

Every soundboard 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 tonewood with centuries of natural seasoning. Our EarthTone Soundboards™ represent the environmental standard in reclaimed tonewood production, ensuring your archtop guitar tops come from responsibly sourced materials.

Quality & Durability Assurance

Alaska Specialty Woods’ 30+ years of expertise ensures each soundboard set meets rigorous structural and acoustic standards. Our comprehensive grading system evaluates visual appearance alongside critical factors including grain slope, stiffness, and resonant properties specific to archtop guitar construction. Professional luthiers worldwide rely on our consistent quality when selecting Sitka Spruce archtop guitar soundboards for their finest instruments.