KOA (Acacia Koa) |
OTHER COMMON NAMES: Hawaiian Koa, Acacia |
Note: Due to excessive usage this wood has become very scarce, which has driven the price 'sky-high' in recent years. |
BSR5GN Koa Top & Back (w/ Tiger Maple Core) |
CR5V (Vintage Pro) Figured Koa Top & Back (w/ Maple Core & Center) |
CR5VE (Vintage Elite) Koa Center (w/ Highly Figured Claro Walnut) |
Origin: | Hawaiian Islands |
Avg. Weight (@ 6-8% moisture) : | 3.4 Lbs. per Bd. Ft. |
Weight Classification: | Medium |
Where Used on Smith Basses: | Laminated Top & Back Sets and Center Block |
Tone Produced on Smith Basses: | Smooth Lows with Warm Mids |
Stock Availability: | Limited |
Avg. Age of Wood in Stock: | old stock (20 years+) |
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