Cherry is renowned for its rich, warm color and smooth, even grain, making it an excellent choice for archtop guitar bridge blanks. This hardwood features a beautiful reddish-brown hue that deepens over time, adding a classic and sophisticated touch to your instrument. Cherry is celebrated for its balanced, resonant tone and solid sustain, enhancing the overall sound quality of your archtop guitar with clarity and depth. Its stable and dense nature ensures it can handle the tension of guitar strings and the demands of frequent play, maintaining both its performance and its elegant appearance over time. Ideal for musicians who seek both superior tonal performance and a timeless design, Cherry offers an outstanding combination of both attributes.
PRODUCT DETAILS
| Wood Name | Black cherry, American cherry |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Prunus serotina |
| Dried | Yes, Kiln Dried |
| Moisture Content | 6-7% |
| Size | 220x30x30 mm |
| Color/Appearance | Heartwood is a light pinkish brown when freshly cut, darkening to a medium reddish brown with time and upon exposure to light. Wide sapwood is a pale yellowish color. |
| Shipping Restrictions | No |
| Return | 60-Day Free Return |
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