Redwood grows only in a relatively small region in the hills of Northern California. The color is deep red hue, with straight, regular grain. Some rare blanks may offer nicely curly grain. It is valued for its beauty and lightweight. Its hardness may vary significantly from soft to very stiff. Therefore a careful selection is needed, depending on the use. The stiffest tops make up for splendid tops, tonally similar to Cedar, but more robust and brighter, with a dry yet warm character and good projection. Redwood is also used for electric guitar tops, because of the stunning, intensely figured tops available, with straight, burl or curly grains, sometimes enriched by mineral deposit streaks.
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