Black Limba Classical/Dreadnought Guitar Back & Side Set

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  • Type Back and Side Set
  • Vendor California Exotic Hardwoods

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Build a visually striking and tonally balanced instrument with our Black Limba Classical / Dreadnought Guitar Back & Side Set, carefully selected for professional luthiers and custom guitar makers. Black Limba is admired for its warm golden base color accented by dramatic dark streaks, creating a bold and unique aesthetic for high-end acoustic builds.

Sourced from Terminalia superba, this lightweight yet resonant hardwood offers excellent workability and stability, making it a favorite for both classical and steel-string guitars.

🎸 Why Choose Black Limba for Guitar Builds?

Black Limba delivers a beautiful balance of tone and appearance:

✔ Warm, balanced tonal response
✔ Clear mids with smooth highs
✔ Lightweight yet stable structure
✔ Excellent bending properties for sides
✔ Unique dark streaking and grain contrast

Its tonal character pairs beautifully with spruce or cedar tops for both classical and dreadnought guitars.

📏 Product Specifications

  • Wood Species: Black Limba (Terminalia superba)

  • Set Includes: Bookmatched Back + Side Set

  • Body Style Compatibility: Classical & Dreadnought

  • Cut: Quarter-sawn / Rift-sawn (varies by set)

  • Grade: Luthier Quality

  • Moisture Content: Properly kiln-dried

  • Condition: Surfaced and ready for thicknessing

🎶 Ideal For

  • Classical guitar builds

  • Dreadnought steel-string guitars

  • OM & Grand Auditorium styles

  • Boutique custom instruments

  • Lightweight performance guitars

🌳 Workability & Appearance

Black Limba bends well for sides and machines cleanly with sharp tools. The contrasting dark streaks against a golden-brown base make every guitar visually distinctive. It finishes beautifully under gloss, satin, or oil finishes, enhancing the dramatic grain patterns.

🌎 Responsibly Selected Tonewood

Each back and side set is inspected for grain consistency, structural integrity, and visual appeal to meet professional luthier standards.

Add warmth, character, and standout beauty to your next classical or dreadnought guitar build with premium Black Limba tonewood.

Size
Dreadnought
Backs : 22″ x 8-1/2″ / 55.9cm x 21.6cm (2 Pcs)
Sides: 32″ x 5″ / 81.3cm x 12.7cm (2 Pcs)
Thickness: 0.16″ or 4 mm

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Classical

Backs : 21" x 7-3/4" / 53.3cm x 19.7cm (2 Pcs)
Sides: 30" x 4-1/2" / 76.2cm x 11.4cm (2 Pcs)
Thickness : 0.16″ or 4 mm

 

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🌿 Care Instructions (Quick Guide)


  • Store in a cool, dry place

  • Maintain 40–50% humidity (RH)

  • Keep flat and supported to prevent warping

  • Allow wood to acclimate for 5–7 days before building

  • Avoid direct sunlight, heat, or moisture exposure

  • After building, keep guitar at 45–55% RH

Proper humidity control protects your wood from cracking, warping, and movement, ensuring long-lasting tone and stability.