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Traditionally used on classical guitars, cedar is becoming increasingly common in steel-string instruments. It's a less dense wood than spruce, providing you with a slightly darker tone. Cedar tends to produce slightly richer overtones, and this results in a tone with less sparkle but more character.
- Which wood is best for classical guitar?
- Why is spruce used for guitar tops?
- Is spruce good for guitar top?
- Which is better cedar or spruce?
Which wood is best for classical guitar?
The following are the most commonly used species for the soundboards.
- Spruce. Spruce is a perennial favourite as it suits any style of playing. ...
- Cedar. This wood is traditionally used on classical instruments but is becoming an increasingly popular choice for steel strung flat top constructions too. ...
- Mahogany.
Why is spruce used for guitar tops?
Spruce. This evergreen, found in northern temperate regions of the globe, is literally top choice: the ideal wood for the soundboard, or top, of an acoustic guitar. Its look — light in color, even in grain — is appealing though somewhat plain; what sets it apart is its beautiful tonal properties.
Is spruce good for guitar top?
Spruce is the most popular wood used for guitar tops, and recognisable by its pale colour and (usually) understated figuring. The reason for its popularity is because it has a tone that makes it a very good 'all-rounder'. ... Spruce is a common species of wood, adding to its guitar material credentials.
Which is better cedar or spruce?
Cedar tends to be a less hard wood than spruce and gives, generally speaking, a quieter projection but more character, losing clarity when strummed hard; consequently, it tends to be favoured by finger pickers (hence its use in classical guitars!).
