At Pacific Rim Tonewoods, soundboard quality goes beyond tone and stability. While thermal modification enhances resonance and longevity, PRT also ensures each guitar top is milled to precise, consistent thicknesses. Soundboard thickness is crucial—too thick, and the tone is dull; too thin, and structural integrity is compromised. That’s why PRT’s skilled milling team delivers pre-surfaced tops at optimal thicknesses, with custom options available. Whether you're crafting a robust, flat-picking guitar or a featherweight fingerstyle instrument, PRT ensures your soundboard is performance-ready—before the first brace is even attached.
For builders seeking something rare and visually captivating, mottled redwood tops offer a striking alternative. Harvested from salvaged old-growth logs and root systems, this tonewood showcases dramatic hues—from deep reds and chocolate browns to rich caramel streaks—paired with a uniquely expressive harmonic profile. Known for its fast attack and extended sustain, mottled redwood brings both sonic depth and visual drama to boutique and custom builds. Each PRT mottled redwood top is hand-selected to ensure it meets the highest standards of beauty and structural soundness.
PRT also offers traditional tonewoods for luthiers who value classic performance and craftsmanship. These non-torrefied, unprocessed tops are chosen for their visual uniformity, consistent growth rings, and ideal stiffness-to-weight ratios. Carefully graded for quality, they provide a solid foundation for builders who rely on tap tone and carving expertise to bring each top to life. Perfect for vintage-inspired instruments, these tonewoods reflect time-honored values in both look and sound.
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