Santos Rosewood Dreadnought Guitar Back and Side Seconds Set
Experience the vibrant tone and rich visual character of Santos Rosewood (Machaerium spp.), a true rosewood alternative admired for its warm hues, interlocked grain, and strong tonal depth. This Seconds-grade dreadnought set may include minor cosmetic imperfections like pinholes, small surface blemishes, or color variationbut it remains structurally sound and tonally impressive, making it a smart choice for cost-conscious luthiers.
Features:
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Species: Machaerium spp. Grows across South America
- Common Names: Pau Ferro, Morado, Bolivian Rosewood, Santos Rosewood, Caviuna
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Tone Profile: Balanced and full-bodied, with crisp highs and strong mids
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Appearance: Medium to dark reddish-brown with dark streaks and bold grain figure
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Workability: Dense and stable with good bending characteristics
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Use Case: Perfect for custom dreadnought builds and unique, handmade instruments
Specifications:
- Size: Dreadnought
- Moisture Content: Dried (12-15%)
- Grade: Seconds (May include pinholes, visible cracks, blemishes)
- Quality: Structurally stable with minor visual flaws
Dimension:
- Back Set: 22″ x 8-1/2″ (55.9cm x 21.6cm) 2 pieces
- Side Set: 32″ x 5″ (81.3cm x 12.7cm) 2 pieces
- Thickness:0.16″ (4mm)
Why Choose This Set?
Naturally Striking: Rich color and strong grain pattern create visual impactbeauty
Tonal Warmth: Responsive with clarity and resonance, ideal for acoustic builds
Easy to Work: Stable, bendable, and suitable for luthiers of all skill levels
Smart Alternative: Similar appeal to traditional rosewoods at a lower cost
Value-Packed: Professional-grade tonewood with Seconds-level pricing
Note:Please review the images carefullythe set you receive will match the quality shown.
NB: You will receive the exact same set.





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