West African Ebony Ukulele Finger Boards

Diospyros crassiflora

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: IW36688

$25.00
A 3/8 x 2 1/16 x 15 3/16"
$25.00
B 3/8 x 2 1/4 x 17 15/16"
$30.00
C 7/16 x 2 7/16 x 20 3/16"

Genuine Mahogany Ukulele & Guitar Neck Blanks

Swietenia macrophylla

Also called Acajou, Tropical American Mahogany, and Honduras Mahogany. This medium to large tree occurs throughout Central and South America. Related to Cuban Mahogany (Swietenia mahogani) and Pacific Coast Mahogany (Swietenia humilis). It produces one of the classic furniture and cabinetmaking woods. The heartwood varies from a light reddish-brown to a rich, dark red. Generally straight grained and exceptionally stable, it is easy to machine, hand plane, sand and finish. Occasional logs produce several figures, curly, quilted, and the rare plum pudding figure which looks like large drips running down the board. Used in fine furniture and joinery, boat building, and in the guitar industry for acoustic sets and necks.

Due to CITES regulations, we can only ship this species to customers in the United States.

Item Number: IW36677

$49.45
A 2 15/16 x 3 x 20 3/16"
$69.30
B 2 13/16 x 2 15/16 x 30 3/16"
$67.60
C 2 3/4 x 2 15/16 x 30 1/8"
$98.75
D 2 15/16 x 4 x 30 1/4"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$98.35
E 2 15/16 x 4 x 30 1/8"

Malagasy Ebony Ukulele Finger Boards

Diospyros perreiri

This Ebony is unsurpassed for its beauty and blackness. It is fairly fine-textured and takes a high polish. Finest ebony in the world. Rare.

This species has been newly added to the CITES list and as a consequence, we are limiting sales to the United States only.

These are beautifully black and quartersawn.

Item Number: IW36646

$40.00
A 5/16 x 2 x 15 9/16"
$40.00
B 5/16 x 2 x 15 9/16"
$40.00
C 5/16 x 2 x 15 9/16"

Genuine Mahogany Ukulele Neck Blanks

Swietenia macrophylla

Also called Acajou, Tropical American Mahogany, and Honduras Mahogany. This medium to large tree occurs throughout Central and South America. Related to Cuban Mahogany (Swietenia mahogani) and Pacific Coast Mahogany (Swietenia humilis). It produces one of the classic furniture and cabinetmaking woods. The heartwood varies from a light reddish-brown to a rich, dark red. Generally straight grained and exceptionally stable, it is easy to machine, hand plane, sand and finish. Occasional logs produce several figures, curly, quilted, and the rare plum pudding figure which looks like large drips running down the board. Used in fine furniture and joinery, boat building, and in the guitar industry for acoustic sets and necks.

Due to CITES regulations, we can only ship this species to customers in the United States.

Item Number: IW36521

$70.00
A 2 7/8 x 2 15/16 x 24 1/8"
$70.00
B 2 7/8 x 2 15/16 x 23 15/16"
$70.00
C 2 7/8 x 2 15/16 x 24 1/16"

Redwood Ukulele Top Sets

Sequoia sempervirens

These often times enormous trees are some of the largest living organisms on earth. They thrive in the fog belt along the northern Pacific coast in California. The heartwood is pink to a deep reddish brown. The wood is soft, easily worked, and exceptionally durable.

Item Number: IW36505

$35.00
A ea. pc. 3/16 x 6 1/8 x 24 11/16"
$40.00
B ea. pc. 3/16 x 6 1/2 x 24 3/4"

Sitka Spruce Ukulele Top Set

Picea sitchensis

A conifer species native to the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. It became well known during World War II because of its use in airplane construction. Widely used for sounding boards and tonewoods in the manufacture of musical instruments.

Item Number: IW36504

$35.00
ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 5/16 x 20 3/4"

Sitka Spruce Ukulele Top Sets

Picea sitchensis

A conifer species native to the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. It became well known during World War II because of its use in airplane construction. Widely used for sounding boards and tonewoods in the manufacture of musical instruments.

Item Number: IW36503

$35.00
A ea. pc. 3/16 x 6 1/16 x 22"
$35.00
B ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 1/2 x 22 1/2"

Western Red Cedar Ukulele Top Set

Thuja plicata

This is a large conifer species growing along the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. At one time most wooden shingles used in the U.S.A. were cut from Western Red Cedar. Old-growth billets with little or no grain run-out produce excellent tonewood for guitars and other musical instruments.

Item Number: IW36502

$30.00
ea. pc. 3/16 x 4 13/16 x 17 3/4"

Western Red Cedar Ukulele Top Set

Thuja plicata

This is a large conifer species growing along the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. At one time most wooden shingles used in the U.S.A. were cut from Western Red Cedar. Old-growth billets with little or no grain run-out produce excellent tonewood for guitars and other musical instruments.

Item Number: IW36501

$30.00
ea. pc. 3/16 x 6 1/16 x 22 3/4"

Western Red Cedar Ukulele Top Sets

Thuja plicata

This is a large conifer species growing along the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. At one time most wooden shingles used in the U.S.A. were cut from Western Red Cedar. Old-growth billets with little or no grain run-out produce excellent tonewood for guitars and other musical instruments.

Item Number: IW36500

$30.00
A ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 5/8 x 21 3/4"
$30.00
B ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 5/8 x 21 3/4"

Brazilian Kingwood Ukulele Finger Board/Bridge Blank Billets

Dalbergia cearensis

A true rosewood. The wood is variegated with different shades of purple and darker stripes. The specific gravity is 1.2 so it is hard and heavy. Used for inlays and bandings, turnery, and fancy furniture accessories.

Due to CITES regulations, we can only ship this species to customers in the United States.

Item Number: IW36441

Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$25.00
A 3/8 x 2 x 20 5/8"
$25.00
B 3/8 x 2 x 20 5/8"

Pau Rosa Ukulele Back & Sides Sets

Swartzia fistuloides

Hard & heavy & capable of a beautiful polish. Rare on the American market. Partially air dried.

The dark spots you see in the photo are naturally occurring in the wood.

Item Number: IW36376

$65.00 $52.00
A Backs 1/8-3/16 x 5 1/4 x 15"
Sides 1/8 x 3 5/8 x 22 1/4"
$65.00 $52.00
B Backs 1/8 x 5 1/2 x 15"
Sides 1/8-3/16 x 3 9/16 x 20 7/8"

White Limba 2 piece Ukulele Neck Sets

Terminalia superba

Also known in the guitar trade as Korina. This is a fairly lightweight, light-colored wood from West Africa with excellent tonal qualities. Occasional logs have a dark colored heart which produces what we call Black Limba.

Item Number: IW36347

Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$40.00
A ea. pc. 1 11/16 x 3 x 22 1/8"
$52.30 $41.84
B ea. pc. 1 7/8 x 3 1/2 x 22 1/16"

Genuine Mahogany 2 piece Ukulele Neck Set

Swietenia macrophylla

Also called Acajou, Tropical American Mahogany, and Honduras Mahogany. This medium to large tree occurs throughout Central and South America. Related to Cuban Mahogany (Swietenia mahogani) and Pacific Coast Mahogany (Swietenia humilis). It produces one of the classic furniture and cabinetmaking woods. The heartwood varies from a light reddish-brown to a rich, dark red. Generally straight grained and exceptionally stable, it is easy to machine, hand plane, sand and finish. Occasional logs produce several figures, curly, quilted, and the rare plum pudding figure which looks like large drips running down the board. Used in fine furniture and joinery, boat building, and in the guitar industry for acoustic sets and necks.

Due to CITES regulations, we can only ship this species to customers in the United States.

Item Number: IW36308

$50.00 $40.00
ea. pc. 1 15/16 x 3 x 19 15/16"

Black Limba 2 piece Ukulele & Guitar Neck Blanks

Terminalia superba

Beautifully variegated and colored, Black Limba is easy to work and finish. This wood is found in the equatorial forests of West Africa. Black Limba has wonderful tonal properties and is suitable for both solid-body guitars and acoustic guitars. Easy to work and takes a nice polish. Kiln-dried.

Item Number: IW36203

$40.00 $32.00
A ea. pc. 1 15/16 x 2 7/16 x 20 3/16"
$58.00 $46.40
B ea. pc. 1 7/8 x 2 11/16 x 30 1/4"
$75.00 $60.00
C ea. pc. 1 7/8 x 3 5/8 x 30 7/16"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$85.00 $68.00
D ea. pc. 1 7/8 x 4 x 30 3/16"

Prima Vera Ukulele Back & Sides Sets

Cybistax donnell-smithii

Also called Palo Blanco, this Mexican & Central American species is yellow-white in color with a medium texture. Almost always shows a ribbon-stripe figure on the radial surface. Very lustrous. Used for fine furniture and cabinetry, musical instruments, jewelry boxes, and turnery.

Item Number: IW35795

$30.00 $24.00
Backs 3/16 x 4 7/8 x 20 1/16"
Sides 3/16 x 3 1/8 x 20 5/8"

Prima Vera Ukulele Back & Sides Sets

Cybistax donnell-smithii

Also called Palo Blanco, this Mexican & Central American species is yellow-white in color with a medium texture. Almost always shows a ribbon-stripe figure on the radial surface. Very lustrous. Used for fine furniture and cabinetry, musical instruments, jewelry boxes, and turnery.

Item Number: IW35794

$30.00 $24.00
A Backs 3/16 x 4 7/8 x 20"
Sides 1/8-3/16 x 3 3/16 x 20 5/8"
$30.00 $24.00
B Backs 3/16 x 4 7/8 x 20"
Sides 3/16 x 3 3/16 x 20 11/16"

Wenge Ukulele Back & Sides Sets

Millettia laurentii

Most Wenge comes from the interior of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (formerly Zaire), and is floated to market on the Congo river. It is fairly hard and heavy with a medium to coarse texture. The heartwood is very dark brown with fine, nearly parallel black veining. Very rich looking when finished. Kiln-dried.

Item Number: IW35727

$65.00 $52.00
A Backs 3/16 x 6 x 22 3/4"
Sides 1/8-3/16 x 3 1/2 x 22 3/4"
$65.00 $52.00
B Backs 3/16 x 6 1/16 x 22 1/2"
Sides 3/16 x 3 1/16 x 22 1/4"

Brazilian Kingwood Ukulele & Guitar Finger Boards

Dalbergia cearensis

A true rosewood. The wood is variegated with different shades of purple and darker stripes. The specific gravity is 1.2 so it is hard and heavy. Used for inlays and bandings, turnery, and fancy furniture accessories.

Due to CITES regulations, we can only ship this species to customers in the United States.

Item Number: W40216

$35.00 $28.00
A 7/16 x 2 1/2 x 16 1/8"
$35.00 $28.00
B 3/8 x 2 1/2 x 16 5/8"
$35.00 $28.00
C 3/8 x 2 5/8 x 16 1/8"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$35.00
D 3/8 x 2 1/16 x 20 13/16"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$40.00
E 5/16 x 2 1/2 x 20 3/4"

Western Red Cedar Ukulele Top Sets

Thuja plicata

This is a large conifer species growing along the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. At one time most wooden shingles used in the U.S.A. were cut from Western Red Cedar. Old-growth billets with little or no grain run-out produce excellent tonewood for guitars and other musical instruments.

Item Number: IW35414

$30.00 $24.00
A ea. pc. 1/8-3/16 x 5 1/2 x 19 1/2"
$30.00 $24.00
B ea. pc. 1/8-3/16 x 5 1/2 x 19 1/2"

Bulgarian Mulberry Ukulele Back & Sides Sets

Morus nigra

Found in Asia and Europe this is medium sized tree with a stout trunk. It is probably best known for its leaves on which silkworms feed. The heartwood is yellow to reddish-yellow becoming a rich golden brown. Excellent for chair and furniture work.

Item Number: IW35384

Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$35.00 $28.00
A Backs 1/8-3/16 x 5 7/16 x 15"
Sides 1/8-3/16 x 3 5/16 x 22 1/4"
$35.00 $28.00
B Backs 1/8-3/16 x 5 7/16 x 16 1/8"
Sides 1/8-3/16 x 3 1/2 x 22 1/8"

Bulgarian Mulberry Ukulele Back & Sides Sets

Morus nigra

Found in Asia and Europe this is medium sized tree with a stout trunk. It is probably best known for its leaves on which silkworms feed. The heartwood is yellow to reddish-yellow becoming a rich golden brown. Excellent for chair and furniture work.

Item Number: IW35383

$35.00 $28.00
A Backs 1/8 x 5 1/8 x 15 1/4"
Sides 1/8-3/16 x 3 3/16 x 22"
$35.00 $28.00
B Backs 1/8 x 5 x 15"
Sides 1/8-3/16 x 3 3/16 x 20 3/4"

Mexican Bocote Ukulele/Guitar Finger Boards

Cordia elaeagnoides

Bocote is an oily wood with a yellowish to dark brown color accented with irregular black stripes and streaks. It has a spicy smell and is hard, heavy and strong. It is easy to work and takes a very nice polish. This beautiful wood is seldom seen in woodworker's shops.

Item Number: IW34373

Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$20.00 $17.00
A 3/8 x 2 3/8 x 15 3/4"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$25.00 $21.25
B 3/8 x 2 1/2 x 19 15/16"
$25.00 $21.25
C 3/8 x 2 1/2 x 19 15/16"
$25.00 $21.25
D 3/8 x 2 1/2 x 22 1/8"
$25.00 $21.25
E 3/8 x 2 1/2 x 22 1/8"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$25.00
F 3/8 x 2 3/4 x 22 1/8"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$25.00
G 3/8 x 2 3/4 x 22 1/8"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$25.00
H 3/8 x 2 3/4 x 22 1/8"

Sitka Spruce Ukulele Top Sets

Picea sitchensis

A conifer species native to the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. It became well known during World War II because of its use in airplane construction. Widely used for sounding boards and tonewoods in the manufacture of musical instruments.

Item Number: IW32376

$35.00 $28.00
A ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 1/2 x 15 1/8"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$35.00 $28.00
B ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 1/2 x 15 1/8"
$35.00 $28.00
C ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 1/2 x 15 1/8"

Sitka Spruce Ukulele Top Sets

Picea sitchensis

A conifer species native to the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. It became well known during World War II because of its use in airplane construction. Widely used for sounding boards and tonewoods in the manufacture of musical instruments.

C has some wane on one side.

Item Number: IW32336

$35.00 $28.00
A ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 x 22 1/8"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$35.00
B ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 x 23 1/4"
$35.00 $28.00
C ea. pc. 3/16 x 4 1/4-5 x 23 3/16"

Sitka Spruce Ukulele Top Sets

Picea sitchensis

A conifer species native to the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. It became well known during World War II because of its use in airplane construction. Widely used for sounding boards and tonewoods in the manufacture of musical instruments.

Item Number: IW32335

$30.00 $24.00
A ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 1/8 x 15 7/8"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$30.00 $24.00
B ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 1/16 x 17 1/4"
$30.00 $24.00
C ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 x 17 1/8"

Sitka Spruce Ukulele Top Sets

Picea sitchensis

A conifer species native to the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. It became well known during World War II because of its use in airplane construction. Widely used for sounding boards and tonewoods in the manufacture of musical instruments.

B & C have some bear-claw figure.

Item Number: IW32334

$30.00 $24.00
A ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 1/8 x 15 7/8"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$30.00
B ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 x 16 3/16"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$30.00
C ea. pc. 3/16 x 5 x 15 13/16"

African Padouk Ukulele Back & Sides Billet Sets

Pterocarpus soyauxii

This brick-red colored West African hardwood was once one of the more common imported hardwoods but has become increasingly scarce in the last couple of years. It is easy to work, takes a nice polish and is dimensionally stable. Kiln-dried.

Item Number: IW31761

$65.00 $52.00
A Back 1 7/8 x 5 1/8 x 15"
Side 1 13/16 x 3 1/4 x 22"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$65.00 $52.00
B Back 1 7/8 x 5 1/16 x 15 1/8"
Side 1 13/16 x 3 1/4 x 22"

Western Red Cedar Ukulele Top Sets

Thuja plicata

This is a large conifer species growing along the Pacific Coast of the U.S.A. At one time most wooden shingles used in the U.S.A. were cut from Western Red Cedar. Old-growth billets with little or no grain run-out produce excellent tonewood for guitars and other musical instruments.

Item Number: IW30802

$20.00 $16.00
A ea. pc. 1/8-3/16 x 5 1/2 x 21"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$20.00
B ea. pc. 1/8-3/16 x 5 1/2 x 21"

Amazon Rosewood Ukulele Peghead Veneers

Dalbergia spruceana

This is a fairly rare species from the Amazon region of Brazil. The heartwood varies from a golden-brown to a reddish-brown often with narrow, dark stripes. It is hard and heavy, but easy to work, and takes a high polish.

Due to CITES regulations, we can only ship this species to customers in the United States.

Item Number: IW30168

Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$6.00 $4.80
A 1/8 x 3 1/8-3 1/4 x 5-5 1/4"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$6.00 $4.80
B 1/8 x 3 1/8-3 1/4 x 5-5 1/4"
$6.00 $4.80
C 1/8 x 3 1/8-3 1/4 x 5-5 1/4"
$6.00 $4.80
D 1/8 x 3 1/8-3 1/4 x 5-5 1/4"
$6.00 $4.80
E 1/8 x 3 1/8-3 1/4 x 5-5 1/4"
$6.00 $4.80
F 1/8 x 3 1/8-3 1/4 x 5-5 1/4"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$6.00 $4.80
G 1/8 x 3 1/8-3 1/4 x 5-5 1/4"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$6.00 $4.80
H 1/8 x 3 1/8-3 1/4 x 5-5 1/4"

West African Ebony Ukulele Finger Boards

Diospyros crassiflora

Sometimes called Gabon or Gaboon, this Ebony is sometimes jet black but oftentimes has grayish streaks that mostly disappear when finished or after the made object has been put into service. This Ebony has a marked resistance to checking that is characteristic of some of the Indian and Asian species. It has a wonderful texture and is easily carved, planed, turned, and milled. It is fairly fine-grained and takes a high polish. This Ebony usually originates in either Cameroon or Nigeria and the logs are rough hewn in the forest and oftentimes brought to the nearest road by human porters. With the disappearance of other species of black Ebony this species is fast becoming the Ebony of choice.

Item Number: IW29075

Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$22.00
A 1/4-5/16 x 1 15/16-2 x 14 5/8-14 15/16"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$22.00
B 1/4-5/16 x 1 15/16-2 x 14 5/8-14 15/16"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$22.00
C 1/4-5/16 x 1 15/16-2 x 14 5/8-14 15/16"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$22.00
D 1/4-5/16 x 1 15/16-2 x 14 5/8-14 15/16"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$22.00
E 1/4-5/16 x 1 15/16-2 x 14 5/8-14 15/16"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$22.00
F 1/4-5/16 x 1 15/16-2 x 14 5/8-14 15/16"
Sold 78415cc43c7a69982a1814f365e95d5a45f14ac67e0a9295ae06c33f7249e6bb
$22.00
G 1/4-5/16 x 1 15/16-2 x 14 5/8-14 15/16"
$22.00 $17.60
H 1/4-5/16 x 1 15/16-2 x 14 5/8-14 15/16"