Is cherry wood good for guitars?

Cherry is a superb tone wood. Sound-wise it falls between rosewood and mahogany. A bit more on the mellow side of half way. The colour of the wood will darken in time with exposure to light into a gorgeous rich amber colour.

Is Jatoba fretboard finished?

Jatoba isn’t the hardest, but it’s not the softest either. It isn’t quite as oily as rosewood or ebony and does have a tendency to dry out as it is not a finished wood, so care must be taken to keep it maintained – many guitarists swear by boiled linseed oil for moisturizing their Jatoba board.

What is the smoothest fretboard?

Rosewood fretboards are generally favored by players who are looking for a warm sound, or by those who wish to tame the harsh highs on a bright sounding guitar. Another reason to choose rosewood is for the smooth playing experience thanks to it not needing a sticky feeling finish.

What is the best fretboard?

It’s often said that ebony fretboards are the best of both worlds. They benefit from the dark appearance and natural oils found in rosewood, so, therefore, will not need finishing or a lacquer placed over it for protection.

How to buy a fretboard for a guitar?

Call us at 813-693-1029 or Email us at [email protected] Our fretboards are perfect for builders who want to build their necks but want a precisely made fingerboard. The look of each fretboard will vary from piece to piece due to the nature of wood. Each fretboard is ready to be cut and sanded down to preferred size!

What kind of wood is used for fretboard?

Considered the supreme tonewood for fingerboards due to its solidity, resiliency, and firmness, ebony was the primary fretboard wood in use from the 15th century till very recently. It is smooth and oily even when unfinished, giving it a fast playing feel and great responsiveness.

Can a fretboard wood change the tone of a guitar?

There’s a huge debate in the guitar community over whether or not fretboard woods have any significant impact on a guitar’s tone. Some players swear they can clearly hear the difference between rosewood and ebony and assert that the contrast can make or break your tone.

What’s the difference between silver and silver maple fretboards?

While there are several differences between the two species of maple, both of these woods are sturdy, hard, and make wonderful material to use for fretboards. Hard maple is heavier and harder than silver maple (AKA soft maple) but does tend to be a lot more expensive than silver maple is.