DIMENSION | 21" x 15" x 1-3/4" to 2" (inch) |
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KILN-DRIED? | Yes |
MOISTER CONTENT | 6% to 8% |
RETURNS | 60 Day Free Returns |
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African mahogany, also known as Khaya, is a popular wood choice for guitar bodies due to its desirable tonal properties and aesthetic appeal. The wood has a beautiful reddish-brown to deep brown color, often with darker streaks and a fine, even texture. It has a straight or interlocked grain pattern, which adds to its visual appeal. African mahogany is known for its durability, stability, and resistance to rot and decay, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. One of the key reasons African mahogany is highly regarded is its outstanding workability. It is relatively easy to work with hand tools and machinery, allowing for precise shaping, cutting, and joinery. It is valued for its excellent quality and is widely used in furniture making, cabinetry, flooring, and musical instrument construction. The wood produces warm, balanced tones with good sustain and projection, making it suitable for a wide range of musical genres.
Common Name(s) | African mahogany, khaya, acajou d’Afrique |
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Scientific Name(s) | Khaya spp. |
Distribution | Tropical Africa |
Janka Hardness | 850 lbf (3,800 N) |
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Unit Type | lb |
MPN | Does not apply |
Brand | Exotic Wood Zone |
Material | African Mahogany |
Country/Region of Manufacture | South Africa |
To Fit | Acoustic Electric Guitar |
To Fit | Acoustic Guitar |
To Fit | Classical Guitar |
To Fit | Electric Guitar |
Type | Guitar Body Blank |