Congo Dialium Fingerboard

Congo Dialium Fingerboard

Level: AAAAA

Congo Dialium is a premier, exceptionally dense exotic fingerboard material that delivers a luxurious feel, extraordinary wear resistance, and a rich acoustic foundation. Valued for its incredible hardness and fine natural texture, Congo Dialium provides a super-smooth playing surface that stands up effortlessly to years of aggressive fretting and string bending.

• Botanical / Trade Name: Dialium spp. (commonly known as Congo Dialium / African Velvet Tamarind)

• Density: Approx. 900 – 1050 kg/m³

• Origin: Central and West African rainforests (primarily the Congo Basin)

• Seasoning & Drying: Professionally kiln-dried (KD) to a stable moisture content of 8% – 10%, ensuring maximum structural stability and minimizing the risk of warping or cracking.

Minimum Dimensions:

• Dimensions: 520mm x 70mm x 8mm (20-15/32″ x 2-3/4″ x 5-16″)

Tonally it offers a lightning-fast, snappy attack with rich overtones and deep foundational resonance, adding incredible clarity to every note played up and down the neck. This Congo Dialium fingerboard features striking natural grain variations, from deep reddish-brown and dark brown hues to a fine, uniform texture, ensuring an unmistakably high-end aesthetic.