Understanding the Importance of Tonewood on Your Instrument

Getting a deeper understanding of your instrument and how it works begins when you learn how it's made. Many instruments are made of wood, and the basis of the construction of acoustic string instruments and woodwinds is tonewood. Tonewood refers to the specific varieties of wood that embody certain qualities that enhance the instrument's acoustic and tonal properties, making them good choices for crafting stringed or woodwind instruments.

When researching potential choices for your next big instrument purchase or when you stop into Timberwood Industries Inc, you'll see a lot of information about tonewood, and our team may talk to you about it when discussing potential instrument options. The reason tonewood is so important, similar to the importance of an engine in a car, is because the construction and quality of the wood, as well as how it is treated, dramatically affect the instrument's sound quality.

Cheaper instruments tend to be made from lower-quality wood, which can lead to a variety of issues. When you choose a new instrument, you need to make sure you select one that suits your needs and the quality specifications of the instrument itself. Generally, hardwoods are used for an instrument's structural crafting, and softer woods are used to create soundboards and other surfaces that transmit the soundwaves into the air.

Tonewoods are used a lot throughout the musical instrument world, from guitar bodies and violin tuning pegs to piano soundboards and the hardened grenadilla bodies of clarinets. Some common types of tonewood to look out for include Bosnian Maple from Bosnia and Italian Spruce from Italy. If you're ready to look for a new instrument that looks beautiful, sounds great, and perfectly fits your needs, call Timberwood Industries Inc for more information about finding the best, high-quality violin, viola, or cello for you.