Description

Silver Quandong Soundboard

Quarter sawn, book matched pair.

Beautiful clean Silver Quandong with a lovely light quilt.

Why does Silver Quandong make good soundboards?

Silver Quandong is a type of wood that is commonly used for making acoustic guitar soundboards due to its unique properties. The wood is native to Australia and has a number of qualities that make it particularly suitable for this purpose.

One of the main reasons it is used for soundboards is its high stiffness-to-weight ratio. This means the wood is relatively lightweight, but also very strong and rigid. This combination of qualities allows it to vibrate more easily, which is important for creating a resonant sound.

In addition, the wood has a uniform grain structure that helps to ensure consistent sound quality across the entire soundboard. It also has a bright, clear tone that is well-suited to a wide range of musical styles.

Finally, Silver Quandong is a sustainable wood source, which makes it an attractive choice for environmentally conscious guitar makers.

Overall, the unique combination of stiffness, weight, tone, and sustainability make Silver Quandong an excellent choice for acoustic guitar soundboards.

Quilting

Quilting occurs due to the way in which the wood fibres grow and interact with each other as the tree grows. Specifically, the fibres in the wood grow in a swirling or circular pattern, which can result in a unique, rippled appearance when the wood is cut and polished.

The quilting pattern can vary in intensity and frequency depending on the specific type of wood and the angle at which it is cut. When the wood is cut perpendicular to the growth rings, the quilted figure will appear as a series of tight, undulating waves. When the wood is cut at an angle, the quilting pattern will appear more like a series of overlapping feathers or scales.