Exotic Purpleheart Guitar Body Blank - Dense, Bright, and Striking Ton

Purpleheart Guitar Body Blank | Premium Luthier Tonewood for Electric Guitars

Tonewood Purpleheart Kiln Dried 6-8% Moisture Very Dense

This kiln-dried Purpleheart guitar body blank delivers bright, articulate tone with exceptional sustain, punchy mids, and tight, focused lows – perfect for players who want their notes to cut through any mix. The striking purple color ranges from deep violet to rich plum, darkening to a regal burgundy with age and UV exposure. Purpleheart is one of the densest tonewoods available, offering unparalleled durability and a bold visual statement that no other wood can match.

Technical Specifications

Wood Name(s)	Purpleheart, Amaranth, Roxinho, Violeta
Botanical Name	Peltogyne spp.
Thickness Options	Planed: 1-3/4" \| Unplaned: 2"
Drying Method	Kiln Dried
Moisture Content	6-8% (stable for instrument building)

Why Purpleheart for Electric Guitar Bodies?

Bright, articulate tone – Exceptional note clarity, punchy mids, and tight lows – cuts through any mix
Unmatched sustain – Extreme density delivers long, singing sustain that players love
Striking purple color – Deep violet to rich plum – no stain needed, a true showstopper
Exceptional durability – Resists dents, scratches, and wear – built for a lifetime on the road
Color evolution – Deepens to regal burgundy with age and UV exposure – vintage character develops naturally
Stable and ready – Kiln-dried to 6-8% MC – no waiting, no post-build movement

Perfect For

Ideal for electric guitar bodies, bass guitars, custom showpiece instruments, and heavy-duty builds including Telecaster, Stratocaster, and PRS-style guitars. The striking purple color makes it perfect for natural finishes where the wood is the star.

Pro tip: Purpleheart is very dense and heavy – consider weight relief or chambering for comfort. Use carbide tooling only – standard steel will dull quickly. Color deepens with UV exposure; for lighter purple, keep away from direct sunlight.

Note: This piece is a sample picture. You will receive a similar piece.

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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Exotic Purpleheart Guitar Body Blank - Dense, Bright, and Striking Tonewood for Electric Guitar

Purpleheart Guitar Body Blank | Premium Luthier Tonewood for Electric Guitars

Technical Specifications

Why Purpleheart for Electric Guitar Bodies?

Perfect For