Quilted Sapele Guitar Drop Top - 21-1/2" x 7-1/4" x 3/8" #517

Quilted Sapele Guitar Drop Top

This Quilted Sapele Guitar Drop Top features a beautifully rippling quilt figure with deep chatoyance that comes alive when finished. The rich reddish-brown tone and 3D grain movement make it ideal for custom electric builds and boutique luthiery work. Stable, resonant, and easy to work with, this top adds both visual luxury and warm, balanced tonal character to your instrument.

Specifications:

• Species Name: Quilted Sapele
• Dimensions: 21-1/2" (length) x 7-1/4" (width) x 3/8" (thickness)
• Moisture Content: 13% 
• Grain Pattern: This set features a rippling quilted figure with warm golden and caramel tones that display natural chatoyance under finish. The flowing, wavy grain adds depth and movement, making it visually striking

Tonal Profile:

🎵 Warm Midrange Presence – Smooth, rounded mids with a touch of airy brightness for clarity without sharpness
🎵 Clear Articulation – Notes ring with definition, making chords and lead lines sound clean and expressive
🎵 Responsive Sustain – Naturally resonant fibers enhance sustain and dynamic sensitivity, ideal for melodic phrasing
🎵 Balanced & Versatile – Works beautifully across clean, overdrive, acoustic, and electric contexts, offering a refined, adaptable voice

Why Choose Quilted Sapele:

✅ Striking 3D Figure – The quilted ripple effect adds dramatic visual depth that takes on a glowing, moving look under finish.
✅ Lightweight & Resonant – Delivers excellent acoustic response and sustain without added body weight.
✅ Balanced Tonal Character – Warm midrange with clear highs and tight lows, making it suitable for a wide range of playing styles.
✅ Smooth Workability – Cuts, sands, and finishes cleanly, making it luthier-friendly for precise shaping.
✅ Ideal for Custom Builds – A perfect choice for boutique electric and acoustic guitars where tone and visual appeal must stand out.

Note: The image provided represents the exact set you will receive. Review the image carefully for grain pattern, color, and details to ensure it meets your expectations.