Color
Mango wood often displays golden-brown and yellowish-brown tones, sometimes accompanied by pinkish hues, darker brown areas, or contrasting streaks. Colors can vary significantly between individual pieces.
Hawaiian Mango 5A Curly Tenor Ukulele Top, Back & Side 6-Piece Set #MO-TR-TBS-031
By マイカイウッドハワイ
SKU: MO-TR-TBS-031
■ Product Description
Hawaiian Mango 5A Curly
Tenor Ukulele Top, Back & Side 6-Piece Set
Item Number: MO-TR-TBS-031
This premium set features 5A (High Grade) Curly Hawaiian Mango (Mangifera indica) from Hawaii Island, selected for Tenor Ukulele construction.
The wood features the distinctive golden-to-brown natural coloration of Hawaiian Mango, combined with beautiful, three-dimensional curly figure that changes in depth and appearance depending on the viewing angle and light.
This complete 6-piece set includes two bookmatched Top pieces, two bookmatched Back pieces, and two Side pieces.
The beautiful natural curly figure and rich coloration make this set an excellent choice for high-end Tenor Ukulele construction and custom acoustic instrument projects.
The wood is sourced directly from suppliers on Hawaii Island and supplied as part of an ongoing reforestation project.
■ Grade
5A (High Grade) Curly
■ Scientific Name
Mangifera indica
■ Set Contents
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2 Top pieces (Bookmatched)
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2 Back pieces (Bookmatched)
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2 Side pieces
Total: 6 Pieces
■ Size
Bookmatched Top
Approx. 350 × 320 × 2.9 mm
Bookmatched Back
Approx. 350 × 320 × 3.0 mm
Side
Approx. 505 × 85–95 × 3.6 mm
(Length × Width × Thickness)
The Top and Back dimensions are measured with the bookmatched pieces opened and laid flat. These are not the dimensions of a single piece.
The Side width varies depending on the section of the wood. Please confirm that the available dimensions are suitable for your instrument design before purchasing.
■ Wood Information
Species: Hawaiian Mango
Scientific Name: Mangifera indica
Origin: Hawaii Island, State of Hawaii, USA
■ Features
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5A (High Grade) Curly Hawaiian Mango
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Complete 6-piece Top, Back & Side set for Tenor Ukulele construction
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Bookmatched Top and Back
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Beautiful three-dimensional curly figure that changes with the viewing angle and light
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Rich natural golden-to-brown coloration
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Rare decorative hardwood ideal for high-end custom instrument making
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Directly sourced from Hawaii Island
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Supplied as part of a reforestation project
■ Recommended Uses
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Tenor Ukulele construction
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High-end custom ukulele building
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Ukulele Top
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Ukulele Back
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Ukulele Sides
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Acoustic instrument making
A premium 5A Curly Hawaiian Mango 6-piece set for Tenor Ukulele construction, featuring beautiful three-dimensional curly figure and rich natural coloration for a distinctive high-end custom instrument.
What is Hawaiian mango?
Premium Hawaiian Figured Wood
Hawaiian Mango
Mangifera indica
From warm golden tones to rich brown hues, Hawaiian Mango offers remarkable natural color variations, beautiful curly figure, and distinctive grain patterns. Grown on Hawaii Island, this versatile hardwood brings unique character to ukuleles, guitars, and fine woodworking.
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What Is Hawaiian Mango Wood?
Origin & Botanical Information
Hawaiian Mango wood comes from the mango tree (Mangifera indica), widely known for its tropical fruit. Native to parts of South and Southeast Asia, mango trees are now cultivated throughout tropical and subtropical regions.
Mango trees were introduced to Hawaii and have been grown in orchards, gardens, and landscapes. In addition to producing fruit, trees removed during orchard renewal or routine land management can provide useful timber.
Hawaiian Mango is admired for its varied natural colors and distinctive grain. Pieces featuring curly figure or contrasting streaks are particularly attractive for musical instruments, furniture, and decorative woodworking.
- Common Name
- Hawaiian Mango / Mango Wood
- Scientific Name
- Mangifera indica L.
- Family
- Anacardiaceae (Cashew Family)
- Native Range
- Parts of South and Southeast Asia
- Wood Origin
- Hawaii Island, State of Hawaii, USA
- Average Dried Weight
- Approximately 675 kg/m³ (reference value; varies by specimen)
- Common Uses
- Ukuleles, guitars, furniture, and specialty woodworking
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Wood Characteristics
Color, Grain & Workability
Grain & Figure
Grain patterns range from relatively straight to interlocked or wavy. Some pieces exhibit curly figure, unusual color patterns, or decorative spalting.
Density & Hardness
Mango is generally considered a moderately dense hardwood. Density and hardness vary, so each piece should be evaluated for its intended woodworking or instrument application.
Workability
Mango can be shaped using conventional woodworking machinery and hand tools. Interlocked or highly figured grain may cause tear-out or fuzzy surfaces during machining.
About Spalted Mango
Spalting refers to color changes and decorative lines in wood associated with fungal activity. Although spalted patterns can be visually attractive, heavily affected material may have reduced strength. Structural suitability should be assessed before use.
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Curly Figure & Natural Beauty
Figured Hawaiian Mango
One of the most appealing characteristics of Hawaiian Mango is the individuality of its natural grain and color.
In curly pieces, variations in grain direction create changing reflections that can produce a three-dimensional appearance under suitable lighting and finishing.
Some boards display golden-brown backgrounds with darker streaks, while others exhibit more complex color variations and irregular figure.
Pieces with attractive figure, suitable dimensions, and sound material condition can be selected for decorative guitars, ukuleles, furniture, and specialty projects.
Natural color and figure vary
from piece to piece.
Strong curly figure is primarily
a visual characteristic and
does not automatically indicate
superior acoustic performance
or structural quality.
04
Responsible Wood Utilization
Making Use of Existing Tree Resources
Mango trees are widely cultivated for fruit production rather than primarily for timber.
When trees are removed because of orchard renewal, age, or land management, their wood may be recovered for furniture, musical instruments, and other useful products.
Making use of timber from trees that would otherwise be discarded can help reduce material waste and improve resource utilization.
However, not all mango lumber originates from retired orchards or recovered trees. Its overall environmental impact depends on sourcing, processing, transportation, and other factors.
At Maikai Wood Hawaii,
we value responsible use
of natural wood resources
and aim to match each material
with suitable applications.
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Hawaiian Mango as a Tonewood
Musical Instrument Applications
Hawaiian Mango is used in the construction of ukuleles, guitars, and other musical instruments.
Its attractive curly figure and distinctive colors make it particularly appealing for ukulele tops, backs, and sides, as well as guitar backs, sides, and decorative components.
Mango instruments are sometimes described as having a warm, mellow tonal character. However, these are general playing impressions rather than guaranteed properties of the wood species.
The final tone, response, and sustain of an instrument depend on wood density, stiffness, component thickness, bracing, body construction, and craftsmanship.
Selecting individual pieces according to their mechanical properties and intended use is essential for successful instrument construction.
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Grading & Material Selection
Wood Quality & Figured Grain
At Maikai Wood Hawaii, individual pieces are evaluated based on their figure, appearance, and material condition. Product grades are provided to help customers compare available materials.
For curly Mango wood, the intensity, consistency, and visibility of the figure are important visual grading considerations.
Figure Intensity
The visibility, depth, consistency, and distribution of curly figure are considered.
Natural Color & Grain
Color variations, contrasting streaks, and distinctive natural grain patterns contribute to appearance.
Dimensions & Grain Orientation
Length, width, thickness, and grain orientation are important for matching wood to instrument designs.
Condition & Moisture
Cracks, knots, discoloration, moisture content, and flatness should be assessed for the intended use.
Maikai Wood Hawaii uses grade
designations ranging from
1A through 5A+.
The characteristics emphasized
in grading may differ
between species and products.
Please refer to individual
listings, photographs,
dimensions, and specifications.
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Working, Drying & Storage
Practical Workshop Considerations
The workability of Mango wood depends on its grain structure, moisture condition, and individual characteristics.
During drying, factors such as board thickness, initial moisture content, grain orientation, temperature, and humidity should be carefully considered.
Rapid or uneven moisture loss can contribute to checking, warping, and other dimensional changes.
Drying time varies depending on the material and drying method. Thickness alone is not sufficient to determine a reliable drying schedule.
For precision applications such as instrument making, allow the wood to acclimate to the workshop environment. Check moisture content, flatness, and visible defects before final processing.
Mango belongs to the
Anacardiaceae family.
Wood dust or contact
with certain plant materials
may cause irritation
or allergic reactions
in sensitive individuals.
Use appropriate dust extraction,
ventilation, and protective equipment.
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Recommended Applications
Musical Instruments & Fine Woodworking
Ukulele Making
Tops, backs, and sides for soprano, concert, tenor, and baritone ukuleles, depending on the available material dimensions.
Guitar Making
Guitar backs and sides, decorative tops, and selected components, depending on the material and instrument design.
Pen Turning & Crafts
Pen blanks, turned pieces, handcrafted accessories, and specialty woodworking.
Furniture & Decorative Work
Furniture accents, decorative panels, wooden boxes, and interior accessories.
Hawaiian Mango offers a wide range of creative possibilities, from distinctive musical instruments to decorative woodworking projects.
At Maikai Wood Hawaii, we appreciate the natural character of every piece and offer specialty woods for luthiers, instrument makers, and woodworkers around the world.
Detailed information
Tree species: ハワイアンマンゴー
Thickness:
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Backing:
Number of leaves:
Made to order: MO-TR-TBS-031
