Birdseye Maple Neck AA 850 × 105 × 25 mm

Birdseye Maple Neck Blank AA 850 × 105 × 25 mm

Birdseye maple (Acer saccharum) is an exceptional figure of North American hard maple, admired for its natural pattern of small spiral eyes that interrupt the straight grain. This rare and distinctive feature gives each piece an elegant and exclusive appearance, a mark of distinction in professional lutherie.

Reserved for the most demanding instruments, birdseye maple necks stand out for their combination of aesthetic appeal and acoustic response. Hard maple provides remarkable rigidity and tonal stability, contributing to a brighter and more projecting sound. This blend of visual impact and tonal character makes birdseye maple a reference wood among luthiers.

How is birdseye maple graded?

AA grade birdseye maple includes pieces that may show some minor natural marks or variations in color, which prevent them from being classified as AAA. These small aesthetic features—such as light stains, knots, or tone shifts—do not affect the structure or beauty of the wood. Once finished, each piece reveals a unique beauty that few other species can match.

Technical Specifications

• Species: Hard maple (Acer saccharum)
• Origin: North America
• Format: Neck blank for guitar or electric bass
• Dimensions: 850 × 105 × 25 mm
• Figure: Birdseye
• Grade: AA
• Density: 630–700 kg/m³ (12% MC)