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Why is Spruce a Good Guitar Tonewood?

Sat Feb 25, by Sebastian Wolf

While several tonewoods are go-to choices for different sounds or functions, spruce can perhaps claim to be the most widely used guitar wood around. But why is spruce a good guitar tonewood? In this article, we'll take a closer look at the popular w...

What Is Limba?

Tue Feb 14, by Sebastian Wolf

Whether or not you’ve ever picked up a guitar, you’ve almost certainly heard of virtually all the classic guitar woods: mahogany, rosewood, ash, alder… limba? That last one might not sound familiar to everyone, but it's been around for decades and h...

Is Walnut a Good Wood for Guitars?

Tue Feb 14, by Sebastian Wolf

Popular amongst luthiers and furniture makers alike due to its beautiful appearance, walnut has been a go-to wood for centuries, with a variety of uses. But what exactly is walnut?...

Are Ash Guitars Good?

Wed Feb 08, by Sebastian Wolf

Certain woods have stood the test of time and become absolute legends in the world of guitars. And without any doubt, ash is sat at the top table of tonewoods. It’s been a popular pick for some of the industry’s leading manufacturers, who prize it f...

Is Jatoba Wood Good for Guitars?

Wed Feb 08, by Sebastian Wolf

It may not be a name that many are familiar with, but jatoba has been increasing in popularity as a guitar wood for years and shows no sign of slowing down. But what exactly is jatoba?...

Is Ebony a Good Wood for Guitars?

Tue Jan 31, by Sebastian Wolf

One of the all-time classic woods, ebony not only has a long and storied history in guitar-making but has also played a role in thousands of years of human history. But what is ebony, and what makes it so special? In this article, we'll tell you eve...

Is Laurel a Good Alternative to Rosewood?

Tue Jan 31, by Sebastian Wolf

After decades as one of the go-to fretboard options, the growing vulnerability of rosewood is leading guitar makers to increasingly use alternative materials. And while there are several exciting options, at face value, laurel has all the makings of...

Is Sapele a Good Alternative to Mahogany?

Wed Jan 25, by Sebastian Wolf

While guitar makers are hunting for new eco-friendly materials, several candidates have already established themselves as excellent alternatives to the increasingly unsustainable OG tonewoods. In this article, we'll take a closer look at one such su...

Is Basswood Any Good for Guitars?

Thu Jan 19, by Sebastian Wolf

If ever a tonewood could divide opinion, it's basswood! Maligned by some and respected by others, it has been widely used in guitar-making for decades, and often to great effect. But what is basswood? In this article, we'll look at all the facts and...

What is Ovangkol?

Fri Jan 13, by Sebastian Wolf

A relative newcomer to the tonewood scene, ovangkol was popularised by the legendary Taylor Guitars and has been making waves as part of the next generation of sustainable guitar woods. But precisely what is ovangkol? In this article, we'll look at ...