KnowsPickin
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I'm debating between using straight grain wood or curly wood for my next instrument top. I will probably be using koa, mango or myrtle for the top wood. All things being equal, is there a tonal difference between the straight grain and the curly grain version of the wood? Is one warmer than the other.
A friend told me that there would be no difference, but that struck me as strange. I was thinking that the straight grain might be a little warmer. It seems that irregular grain in curly wood might break up lower frequencies, resulting in a brighter tone; whereas straight grain would allow warmer tones to resonate better.
I realize that this is a bit of a fuzzy subject. But I was hoping you experienced instrument makers could shed some light for me.
Thanks in advance,
KP
A friend told me that there would be no difference, but that struck me as strange. I was thinking that the straight grain might be a little warmer. It seems that irregular grain in curly wood might break up lower frequencies, resulting in a brighter tone; whereas straight grain would allow warmer tones to resonate better.
I realize that this is a bit of a fuzzy subject. But I was hoping you experienced instrument makers could shed some light for me.
Thanks in advance,
KP