(Also known as Mexican Rosewood)

   It is a tan wood with reddish-brown lines that create unusual patterns in some sets, much like cocobolo. Guitars with back and sides made of Palo Escrito are known for a sweet high end and good punch. Palo Escrito is a relatively light rosewood with the tone and easy workability comparable to Indian Rosewood.  It shows attractive shades of red and golden brown and is often figured.  Palo Escrito is considered a premier tonewood in Mexico due to its even yet lively tone, with good bass and treble separation. It has a wider grain and more figure than Indian Rosewood and is lighter in color and on the red side, lighter weight. 

Dimensions:

Sides: 33" x 4 7/8" x .160"

Backs: 22 1/2" x 8" x .150"