Sapele African Mahogany Ukulele Back and Side Sets – Tonewood (Pack of 2) – USP007/008

African Mahogany Sapele Ukulele Back & Side (Pack of 2 Sets)

African Mahogany Sapele is a premier, versatile exotic tonewood that delivers a warm, well-balanced acoustic response with rich overtones and excellent clarity. Valued for its structural integrity and striking golden-brown to deep reddish-brown hues—often featuring a natural ribbon stripe—African Mahogany Sapele provides a beautiful visual and acoustic presence for high-end ukulele backs and sides.

• Botanical / Trade Name: Entandrophragma cylindricum (commonly known as African Mahogany Sapele / Sapele Mahogany)
• Density: Approx. 640 – 670 kg/m³
• Origin: Central and West African rainforests (primarily the Congo Basin, Cameroon, and Nigeria)
• Seasoning & Drying: Professionally kiln-dried (KD) to a stable moisture content of 8% – 12%, ensuring maximum structural stability and minimizing the risk of warping or cracking.
• Pack Quantity: 2 ukulele back and side sets.

Minimum Dimensions (Each Piece):

• Back Halves: 335mm x 120mm x 4mm (13.19″ x 4.72″ x 0.157″)
• Sides: 510mm x 95mm x 4mm (20.08″ x 3.74″ x 0.157″)

Tonally it is responsive and dynamic, featuring a clear fundamental tone, a warm mid-range focus similar to traditional mahogany, and bright, clear trebles with a sweet sustain. It is ideal for ukulele builds intended for fingerpicking and strumming alike, offering a pleasing balance of warmth, articulation, and natural elegance.