Spanish Cedar Guitar Body Blank – Luthier Tonewood for Electric & Bass

Spanish Cedar Guitar Body Blank | Premium Luthier Tonewood for Electric Guitars

Tonewood Spanish Cedar Kiln Dried 6-8% Moisture Aromatic

This kiln-dried Spanish Cedar guitar body blank delivers warm, nuanced tone with exceptional resonance and a sweet, woody aroma – famously used in premium classical and acoustic guitars, now gaining popularity for electric builds. The straight, uniform grain and lightweight nature make it incredibly easy to carve and shape, while the natural rot-resistant properties ensure long-term durability. Spanish Cedar offers luthiers a unique alternative to traditional tonewoods with its distinctive scent and vintage character.

Technical Specifications

Wood Name(s)	Spanish Cedar, Cedro
Botanical Name	Cedrela odorata
Thickness Options	Planed: 1-3/4" \| Unplaned: 2"
Length Range	21" – 28"
Width Range	14" – 18"
Drying Method	Kiln Dried
Moisture Content	6-8% (stable for instrument building)
Grain Pattern	Straight, uniform, medium to coarse texture

Why Spanish Cedar for Electric Guitar Bodies?

Warm, nuanced tone – Rich, rounded sound with sweet overtones – perfect for blues, jazz, and vintage voices
Ultra-lightweight – Among the lightest tonewoods, dramatically reduces guitar weight for playing comfort
Distinctive aroma – Natural sweet, cedar-like scent that repels insects and adds character to every build
Exceptional workability – Carves, routes, and sands effortlessly – easy on tools and luthier hands
Natural rot resistance – Contains oils that resist moisture and fungal decay for decades of life
Stable and ready – Kiln-dried to 6-8% MC – no waiting, no post-build movement

Perfect For

Ideal for electric guitar bodies, semi-hollow builds, lightweight custom guitars, bass guitars, and vintage-inspired designs. Also traditionally used for classical guitar necks and acoustic guitar back/sides. The soft, warm tone pairs beautifully with P-90s and low-wattage amps.

Pro tip: Spanish Cedar is soft – use care when routing edges to prevent tear-out. It takes oil and lacquer finishes beautifully. The natural aroma will linger for years – a signature of quality instruments.

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

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Spanish Cedar Guitar Body Blank – Luthier Tonewood for Electric & Bass Guitars

Spanish Cedar Guitar Body Blank | Premium Luthier Tonewood for Electric Guitars

Technical Specifications

Why Spanish Cedar for Electric Guitar Bodies?

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