Quilted Maple 5A Plywood Electric Guitar Top #QMV-005 : Set of 2 Tops
Quilted Maple MLQ-VL-005 / 2-Piece Quilted Big Leaf Maple Electric Guitar Tops
Grade: 5A
Set includes: Top / 2-piece set / Fleece-backed
【Sizes】
#01: Approx. 550 x 455 x 0.49 mm
#02: Approx. 550 x 455 x 0.49 mm
Compared to raw wood, it is less prone to cracking and significantly more stable during work.
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Features a three-dimensional wavy grain (quilted figure)
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Lightweight, easy to work with, and takes a beautiful glossy finish
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May include sapwood
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Grain patterns and colors vary from piece to piece
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Ideal for guitars, speakers, furniture, crafts, etc.
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Special edge gluing technology is used for the joints, resulting in a smooth and inconspicuous finish
Big Leaf Maple (Quilt/Frame)
Why is it chosen by luthiers all over the world?
What is Big Leaf Maple?
About the material
Bigleaf maple ( Acer macrophyllum )
This maple grows wild on the west coast of North America.
especially:
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Flame (Tiger grain)
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Quilt (wavy heather)
This wood has earned a worldwide reputation as an electric guitar material.
About scarcity
Figured wood has a low natural occurrence rate;
Grades above 5A are extremely rare.
Acoustic characteristics
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Bright and clear tone
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Fast attack
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Great compatibility with both humbuckers and single-ended pickups
Grade Criteria
- 1A/2A [Bottom] : No curl to very slight curl
- 3A [Medium] : Medium curls that can be seen depending on the angle
- 4A [Medium and Upper] : Strong curls that are clearly visible from any angle
- 5A [Top] : Deep and strong curls
- 5A+ [Superb] : Extremely rare, exquisite curls, Master Grade
About drying
Maple is somewhat hard,
Be careful not to let it warp when it dries.
20-30mm → Approx. 2-3 months
Detailed information
Tree species: Maple
Usage: electric guitar
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Ukulele set: Top
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Guitar grade: 5A
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