Madagascar back and sides set #002

Madagascar Rosewood

Madagascar Rosewood is widely regarded as one of the closest tonal and visual relatives to Brazilian Rosewood, prized for its rich harmonic character and striking natural patterns. As availability of traditional rosewoods has declined, it has become a preferred choice for high-end luthiers seeking both performance and exclusivity.

These sets are carefully selected from responsibly sourced, old-growth Dalbergia baronii, preserved and seasoned over many years to ensure optimal stability. Each piece is chosen for its instrument-grade quality, making it ideal for premium acoustic builds.

Minimum Dimensions

Back : 8-1/4″ × 22″ × 0.110″ (210mm × 559mm × 2.8mm)
Sides: 5″ × 31-1/2″ × 0.110″ (127mm × 800mm × 2.8mm)

Rich and Complex Tone

Madagascar Rosewood delivers a deep, resonant low end, clear and sparkling trebles, and a complex layer of overtones. Often compared to Brazilian Rosewood, it offers a similarly “piano-like” bass response and strong projection, with slightly more focused mids and a touch less overtone density.

Its tonal balance makes it highly versatile, excelling in both fingerstyle and dynamic strumming applications.

Dramatic Natural Figure

Color ranges from golden brown to deep reddish chocolate, often with bold black streaks and spiderweb-like figuring. The grain can vary from straight to highly figured, giving each set a unique visual identity that stands out in any instrument.

Limited & Increasingly Rare

Due to environmental regulations and restricted harvesting, high-quality Madagascar Rosewood has become increasingly difficult to source. Well-seasoned, instrument-grade sets are now limited, making them highly sought after in the global market.