Black Walnut Guitar Body Blank – Premium Luthier Tonewood for Electric Guitars

Black Walnut Guitar Body Blank | Premium Luthier Tonewood for Electric Guitars

Tonewood Black Walnut Kiln Dried 6-7% Moisture

This Black Walnut guitar body blank offers warm, balanced tone with rich midrange and tight low end – ideal for electric guitars. The naturally dense grain structure provides excellent sustain, while the lightweight feel reduces shoulder fatigue. The rich chocolate-brown color and subtle figuring create a stunning instrument without any stain or dye.

Technical Specifications

Wood Name	Black Walnut
Botanical Name	Juglans nigra
Thickness Options	Planed: 1-3/4" \| Unplaned: 2"
Length Range	21" – 28"
Width Range	14" – 18"
Drying Method	Kiln Dried
Moisture Content	6-7% (stable for instrument building)

Why Black Walnut for Electric Guitar Bodies?

Warm, balanced tone – Sits between mahogany and alder – rich mids, smooth highs, tight bass
Lightweight feel – Less dense than mahogany, reducing shoulder fatigue during long sessions
Stunning natural beauty – Rich chocolate brown with subtle figuring that needs no stain
Excellent workability – Machines, routes, and sands beautifully without tear-out
Stable and ready – Kiln-dried to 6-7% MC – no waiting, no post-build movement
Classy aesthetic – Pairs perfectly with maple necks, ebony fretboards, and gold hardware

Perfect For

Ideal for Telecaster, Stratocaster, Jazzmaster, Les Paul, and custom electric guitar bodies. Also great for bass guitar bodies and solid body builds. Choose planed (1-3/4") for immediate use or unplaned (2") for custom thickness sanding.

Pro tip: Black Walnut takes oil finishes beautifully – try Tru-Oil or Danish oil for a natural, hand-rubbed satin sheen. For glued joints, wipe with denatured alcohol first to remove natural oils.

Shipping & Returns

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Shop with confidence — we offer a 90-day return policy on wood items, and a 14-day return policy on guitar parts, hardware, and strings!
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