Western Tiger Maple

WESTERN MAPLE
(Acer Macrophyllum)

OTHER COMMON NAMES: Quilted Maple, Big Leaf Maple, and Western Curly Maple

Note: Western Maple is lighter than Cherry, similar to Alder and has a similar attractive color. The tone and texture is between the two. A perfect environmental substitute.


Western Maple core between Walnut laminates and Tiger Maple top & back

Origin: Pacific Northwest

Avg. Weight (@ 6-8% moisture) : 3.2 Lbs. per Bd.Ft.

Weight Classification: Light - Medium Light

Where Used on Smith Basses: Cores and Veneer Laminates

Tone Produced on Smith Basses: Blends well with other woods

Grades Available (in stock): Low to Medium Figured Stock

Avg. Age of Lumber in Stock: 12-20 Years Acclimated (Kiln & Air Dried)

We have used Western Maple for Laminates in the past and it is now available as core stock

Origin:	Pacific Northwest
Avg. Weight (@ 6-8% moisture) :	3.2 Lbs. per Bd.Ft.
Weight Classification:	Light - Medium Light
Where Used on Smith Basses:	Cores and Veneer Laminates
Tone Produced on Smith Basses:	Blends well with other woods
Grades Available (in stock):	Low to Medium Figured Stock
Avg. Age of Lumber in Stock:	12-20 Years Acclimated (Kiln & Air Dried)
We have used Western Maple for Laminates in the past and it is now available as core stock