Black Limba Guitar Fingerboard Blank
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Black Limba Guitar Fingerboard Blank – Premium Tonewood for Custom Guitar Builds
Upgrade your next guitar project with our Black Limba Guitar Fingerboard Blank, a striking and durable tonewood prized by luthiers for its unique grain patterns and balanced tonal characteristics. Harvested from the African hardwood species Terminalia superba, Black Limba is known for its distinctive dark streaks contrasted against a warm golden-brown base, making every fingerboard visually unique.
This high-quality fingerboard blank is carefully selected and kiln-dried to ensure stability, strength, and excellent workability. Its medium density provides a smooth playing surface while contributing to clear note articulation and balanced resonance, making it an excellent choice for electric guitars, bass guitars, and custom acoustic instruments.
Black Limba machines and sands easily, allowing luthiers to shape, slot, and finish the fingerboard with precision. The wood’s natural beauty pairs exceptionally well with a wide range of guitar body woods, adding a sophisticated and exotic look to any instrument.
Key Features
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Wood Species: Black Limba (Terminalia superba)
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Material Type: Premium exotic hardwood tonewood
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Ideal For: Guitar fingerboards, bass fingerboards, custom luthier projects
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Grain Pattern: Dramatic dark streaks with golden to light brown tones
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Workability: Easy to shape, sand, and finish
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Durability: Stable hardwood suitable for long-lasting instruments
Why Choose Black Limba for Fingerboards?
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Unique and visually striking grain pattern
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Smooth playing feel for fretted instruments
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Balanced tonal response with clear note definition
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Excellent choice for custom and boutique guitar builds
Each Black Limba Guitar Fingerboard Blank is individually selected to ensure premium quality and beautiful natural figure, making it a great option for professional luthiers, guitar builders, and woodworking enthusiasts looking to craft a truly unique instrument.
Perfect for custom guitar building, repairs, and high-end instrument upgrades.
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Order Processing Time:
Orders are usually processed within 24-48 hours after the order has been placed.
Custom or special order items may take longer to process, typically 3-5 business days.
Shipping Methods:
Standard Shipping (3-7 business days)
Expedited Shipping (2-3 business days)
Express Shipping (1-2 business days)
Packaging:
Rest assured that all items will be securely and safely packaged to prevent any damage during transit. Fragile or high-value parts will be packaged with additional protective materials, such as bubble wrap or foam padding.
Shipping Rates:
Shipping rates vary based on the size, weight, and destination of the package. You can view the estimated shipping costs for your order during the checkout process before placing your order.
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International Shipping:
We ship worldwide! Please note that international shipping rates and delivery times may vary based on destination. Customers are responsible for any customs fees, import taxes, or additional charges that may apply.
🌿 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.