Red Cliff
Well-known member
So i have a question - but I may be overthinking this...
I have some sets of English Yew and am about to start making an all-yew baritone for a friend.
For the sound board, should I bookmatch with the heartwood in the middle, or the sapwood in the middle? I am wondering (all else being equal) whether a predominantly yew heartwood or sapwood soundboard will produce the 'best' tone.
I realise 'best' is subjective but would appreciate any thoughts, particularly from those who have built with yew.
Pics below of sets in question
Thanks,
Giles.
I have some sets of English Yew and am about to start making an all-yew baritone for a friend.
For the sound board, should I bookmatch with the heartwood in the middle, or the sapwood in the middle? I am wondering (all else being equal) whether a predominantly yew heartwood or sapwood soundboard will produce the 'best' tone.
I realise 'best' is subjective but would appreciate any thoughts, particularly from those who have built with yew.
Pics below of sets in question
Thanks,
Giles.