{"product_id":"ebony-acoustic-guitar-bridge-blanks","title":"Ebony Acoustic Guitar Bridge Blanks","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmong the most prized tonewoods in lutherie, Ebony is the benchmark for acoustic guitar bridges — delivering exceptional stiffness, density, and a crisp, articulate tonal response with outstanding sustain and definition. Its naturally smooth surface requires minimal finishing, making it a favourite of discerning luthiers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: truly jet black Ebony is exceptionally rare in nature. Some light colour flecks, streaking, or brown figuring are a natural characteristic of the species and are to be expected, particularly in lower grades. Our grading system reflects the degree of blackness — the higher the grade, the darker and more uniform the colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize Approx. 225mm x 41mm x 12.5mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three grades to suit every build:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelect (Grade AAA)\u003c\/strong\u003e — The closest to true jet black available, with the deepest, most uniform colouration, straight tight grain, and optimal density. Minimal light flecking. The finest cuts for high-end and professional instruments where visual impact and acoustic performance are equally paramount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium (Grade AA)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Predominantly dark, near-black colouration with minor natural streaking or occasional light figuring. Excellent tonal characteristics and acoustically consistent. Ideal for professional and semi-professional builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuthier's (Grade A)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Good dark base colour with more pronounced natural streaking, light flecks, or brown figuring. Acoustically sound, structurally stable, and correctly dimensioned. A practical choice for student builds, prototyping, or workshop use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll blanks are sourced from verified, CITES-compliant supply chains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDiospyros\u003c\/em\u003e spp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJanka Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~3,000+ lbf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDensity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~1,050 kg\/m³\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTonal character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp highs, tight low-end, exceptional sustain and note definition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Keystone Tonewoods UK","offers":[{"title":"AAA grade","offer_id":57237629239678,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"AA grade","offer_id":57237629272446,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A grade","offer_id":57237629305214,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/2286\/1950\/files\/ebonybridgeblank.jpg?v=1775924241","url":"https:\/\/tonewoodsuk.co.uk\/products\/ebony-acoustic-guitar-bridge-blanks","provider":"Keystone Tonewoods UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}