Shawn Brock -> Questions about woods. (Jun. 9 2012 23:54:59)
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Okay, I have a few questions regarding wood density, and tonal characteristics... I have heard it said that Mexican or American Cypress lacks the bass response of Spanish Cypress. Anyone care to give your thoughts and or offer an opinion on which you like best and why? Regarding tops, what do you feel it is that makes European Spruce more desirable over lets say Adirondack Spruce? Lastly, how do you feel about Mahogany necks? I have never owned a high quality flamenco with a Mahogany neck, though I know there are plenty around. For my negra from Castillo I requested a Cedar neck... It seems that most of the time I see Mahogany necks, they are on negras. Is this just because of matching color, or do you feel a Mahogany neck offers a change in sound? These are a few things I have been pondering over the last few weeks as I prepare to place an order for a blanca... I'm thinking good old European Spruce top, Spanish Cypress back and sides and cedar neck. Perhaps the last question is, who's going to build this damn thing??? I don't want to sell off my cedar blanca or my negra, so I will be going with one of you guys that I can afford. LOL With a 10 day old kid, you can see why I can't afford to go big time on price. Over and out good buddy, Shawn
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