African Walnut (Shedua)
(Guibourtia Ehie)

OTHER COMMON NAMES: Shedua, Ovankol, Amazakoue', Amazoue, Ehie, Mozambique

Note: Ovankol/Shedua ranges in color from Light Yellowish Brown to Dark Greyish Brown. Ovankol/Shedua are brother & sister to Bubinga (G. Demeusei).

NOTE: Bubinga Neck Strips have been replaced by Ovankol/Shedua. Flamed Ovankol/Shedua Top woods are also in stock as well in place of figured Bubinga. These two woods are brother & sister.


CR6V African Walnut

Origin: Western Equatorial Africa
Avg. Weight (@ 6-8% moisture) : 4.4 Lbs. per Bd. Ft.
Weight Classification: Heavy
Where Used on Smith Basses: Tops, Backs, Neck & Body Features
Tone Produced on Smith Basses: Tight High Mids with Deep Lows
Stock Availability: Light to Dark, Attractive Figured
Avg. Age of Wood in Stock: 8-18 Years Acclimated (Kiln & Air Dried)

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