Flame Maple 4A+ Curved Top Set #MLF-CT-001
■ Product Description
Flamed Figured Maple
Bookmatched Set for Carved Tops
Product No.: MLF-CT-001
This is 4A+ [Upper-Middle] grade figured maple wood with a beautiful grain.
It features a three-dimensional figured grain that shows rich expressions depending on the angle of the light.
This is a two-piece bookmatched set sawn for carved-top guitar production.
When opened, it provides sufficient width, making it ideal for crafting archtop or carved-top electric guitars.
■ Grade
4A+ [Upper-Middle] Flame Figured
■ Scientific Name
Acer macrophyllum
■ Size
Approx. 585×380–420×23–25mm
(Length × Total Width
*Dimensions are when the bookmatch is opened.
■ Wood Information
Wood Type: Bigleaf Maple
Scientific Name: Acer macrophyllum
Origin: North America
■ Features
Beautiful figured grain
Three-dimensional grain
Two-piece bookmatched set
Sized for carved-top guitars
High-quality 4A+ grade wood
■ Uses
Archtop guitar production
Carved-top guitar production
Electric guitar production
High-end woodworking and craft production
Bigleaf maple wood with a beautiful figured grain for carved-top guitars.
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 Frame
Usage: Electric guitar
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Guitar grade: 5A
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