Alder is the standard wood for our bodies. It is light tan in
color and typically has a tight grain. It takes finishes well and looks good with dyes or
oil finishes. Typical weight for an SD1 body is around 4lbs.
Basswood is a light weight wood. It is white in color and can
have green streaks in it. It is best suited for a solid finish. Typical weight for a SD1
body is under 4 lbs.
Mahogany
Mahogany is a medium to heavy weight wood. It has a fine
grain and looks good with a Tung Oil finish. The tone of mahogany is warm and pleasant.
Typical weight for a SD1 body is around 5lbs.
Maple
Maple is a heavy weight wood. It is white in color and
produces a bright tone.
Flamed
Maple
Maple is a heavy weight wood. It is white in color and
produces a bright tone. See Figured Tops for our current stock of
Flamed and Quilted maple.
