Curly Maple
Curly Maple is a premier, highly decorative exotic tonewood that delivers a bright, clear acoustic response with exceptional note definition and brilliant trebles. Valued for its stunning, three-dimensional rippled figure and striking golden-white to rich amber hues, Curly Maple provides a commanding visual and acoustic presence for high-end guitar backs and sides.
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Botanical / Trade Name: Acer saccharum (commonly known as Hard Maple / Curly Maple / Tiger Maple)
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Density: Approx. 705 – 750 kg/m³
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Origin: North America (primarily the northeastern United States and southeastern Canada)
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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.
Minimum Dimensions:
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Back Halves: 550mm x 220mm x 4mm (21-5/8″ x 8-11/16″ x 0.157″)
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Sides: 850mm x 135mm x 4mm (33-7/16″ x 5-5/16″ x 0.157″)
Tonally it is crisp and articulate, featuring a bright fundamental tone, tightly focused mid-range, and singing, sparkling trebles with wonderful cut. It is ideal for archtop guitars, acoustic backs and sides, and custom instruments where players demand both brilliant projection and an unmistakably breathtaking, chatoyant rippled appearance.
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