Macassar Ebony Fingerboards

Macassar Ebony Fingerboards – Premium Exotic Tonewood

Our Macassar Ebony Fingerboards are crafted from carefully selected exotic hardwood prized for its striking striped appearance, exceptional hardness, and outstanding tonal performance. A favorite among professional luthiers, Macassar Ebony delivers a smooth playing surface, excellent wear resistance, and long-term dimensional stability—making it ideal for fine stringed instruments.

Distinguished by its dramatic dark brown to black striping contrasted with warm amber and golden hues, Macassar Ebony adds both visual elegance and performance value to fingerboards. The dense grain structure allows for precise machining, clean slotting, and superior polish, while the wood’s natural oils contribute to a fast, comfortable playing feel.

🔹 Wood Details:

• Common Name: Macassar Ebony

• Biological Name: Diospyros celebica

• Wood Type: Exotic Hardwood / Premium Tonewood

• Grain: Fine, straight to slightly interlocked

• Color: Dark brown to black with characteristic golden or reddish striping

🔹 Key Features:

• Selected specifically for fingerboard applications

• High density and excellent wear resistance

• Smooth machining and precise fret slotting

• Stable under string tension and climate changes

• Finishes to a rich, high-gloss or natural satin look

🔹 Ideal For:

• Guitar and bass fingerboards

• Electric and acoustic instruments

• Oud, mandolin, and custom stringed instruments

• Professional luthiery and restoration projects

🔹 Why Choose Macassar Ebony Fingerboards?

✔ Exceptional durability and longevity
✔ Premium aesthetics with natural striping
✔ Trusted tonewood used in high-end instruments
✔ Suitable for both modern and traditional builds

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