Hawaiian Cuban Mahogany Wood – Suitable for Tenor Ukulele Sides #CM-004
■ Product Description
Hawaiian Cuban Mahogany
Suitable for Tenor Ukulele Side Material
Item Number: CM-004
This is a rare piece of Hawaiian-grown Cuban Mahogany, cultivated on Hawaii Island.
It features the beautiful reddish-brown to deep brown natural coloration characteristic of mahogany, combined with an elegant, refined grain pattern.
Measuring approximately 47 mm thick, 470 mm long, and 175 mm wide, this substantial piece can be resawn and processed into Side material for a Tenor Ukulele.
Its generous thickness and width also provide excellent flexibility for custom cutting and processing, making it suitable for musical instrument components, handles, small wooden items, furniture, fine woodworking, and a variety of craft projects.
The wood is sourced directly from suppliers on Hawaii Island and supplied as part of an ongoing reforestation project.
■ Scientific Name
Swietenia mahagoni
■ Size
Approx. 470 × 175 × 47 mm
(Length × Width × Thickness)
■ Moisture Content
Approx. 17%
■ Wood Information
Species: Hawaiian Cuban Mahogany
English Name: Hawaiian Cuban Mahogany
Scientific Name: Swietenia mahagoni
Origin: Hawaii Island, State of Hawaii, USA
■ Suitable for Tenor Ukulele Side Material
This piece has dimensions that allow it to be resawn and processed into Side material for a Tenor Ukulele.
The actual number and final dimensions of usable pieces will depend on the saw kerf, cutting orientation, desired finished thickness, and individual instrument design.
Please confirm the dimensions required for your specific Tenor Ukulele design before purchasing.
■ Features
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Rare Hawaiian-grown Cuban Mahogany
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Grown on Hawaii Island
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Can be resawn for Tenor Ukulele Side material
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Substantial piece measuring approx. 47 mm thick
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Beautiful natural reddish-brown to deep brown coloration
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Elegant and refined natural grain
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Flexible dimensions for custom cutting and resawing
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Suitable for musical instrument making, furniture, and fine woodworking
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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 Sides
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Ukulele construction
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Guitar and musical instrument components
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Custom instrument making
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Handles
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Small custom wooden items
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Furniture and fine woodworking
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Craft projects
A rare piece of Hawaiian-grown Cuban Mahogany with substantial dimensions suitable for resawing into Tenor Ukulele Side material, as well as a wide variety of custom instrument-making and fine woodworking applications.
Hawaiian Cuban Mahogany
Why is this mahogany so special?
What is Cuban Mahogany?
About the material
Hawaiian Cuban Mahogany
This is a Cuban mahogany wood grown in Hawaii.
(Scientific name: Swietenia mahagoni )
It has a very fine and uniform grain,
It is highly valued as a material for classical guitars and high-quality furniture.
About scarcity
There are strict restrictions on the harvesting of original Cuban mahogany worldwide,
The distribution volume is extremely limited.
The supply of similar wood from Hawaii is also unstable.
Acoustic characteristics
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Well-balanced midrange
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Warm and calming tones
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Excellent sustain
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
Recommended use
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classical guitar
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Electric Body
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Neck Material
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Luxury furniture
Detailed information
Tree species: ハワイアンコア
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Made to order: CM-004
