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Premium mahogany guitar back and sides tonewood set for luthiers - traditional tonewood with warm reddish-brown grain

Mahogany Acoustic Guitar Back & Sides Sets

£69.50
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Mahogany is a classic tonewood choice for acoustic guitars, prized for its warm, balanced tone with strong midrange presence. Here are some key points about mahogany back and side sets:

Tone:

  • Warm, balanced sound with strong midrange
  • Less complex overtones than rosewood—more direct and focused
  • Excellent for fingerstyle and vocal accompaniment

Appearance:

  • Rich reddish-brown color
  • Typically straight grain, sometimes with ribbon stripe
  • Classic, understated aesthetic

For Builders:

  • Easy to work with, lighter than rosewood
  • Pairs well with spruce or cedar tops
  • Popular for steel-string and classical guitars

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