Affogato Series | Parlor/0 | AA | #4

$80.00
Only 1 available

The Affogato Series name is inspired from the Italian dessert—espresso poured over vanilla ice cream—because the wood mirrors that same striking contrast. These tops feature rich, coffee-like streaks flowing into creamy, pale spruce. The effect is both natural and indulgent, evoking warmth and elegance in every set.

Each piece in this series is one-of-a-kind, where earthy browns mingle with soft whites to create a tonewood canvas that feels both refined and adventurous. It’s a visual story as much as an acoustic one, offering luthiers the chance to build instruments that stand out for their beauty as much as their sound.

Log #0 - Unknown harvest date

Actual measurements of each half:

570mm long

160mm wide

5mm thick

The Affogato Series name is inspired from the Italian dessert—espresso poured over vanilla ice cream—because the wood mirrors that same striking contrast. These tops feature rich, coffee-like streaks flowing into creamy, pale spruce. The effect is both natural and indulgent, evoking warmth and elegance in every set.

Each piece in this series is one-of-a-kind, where earthy browns mingle with soft whites to create a tonewood canvas that feels both refined and adventurous. It’s a visual story as much as an acoustic one, offering luthiers the chance to build instruments that stand out for their beauty as much as their sound.

Log #0 - Unknown harvest date

Actual measurements of each half:

570mm long

160mm wide

5mm thick

Engelmann Spruce | Guitar Bracewood | Sawn
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Specifications

Species Engelmann Spruce
Harvest Year Unknown
Series Affogato
Cut Type Sawn
Instrument Parlor/0 Guitar
Grade AA
Pieces Included 2-Piece Bookmatched
Dimensions 570 × 160 × 5 mm each half
Features Amber brown streaks through creamy white spruce. Natural colour variation unique to this top.

Understanding Our Grades

Artist Series tonewood is graded using the same structural and workmanship standards as our standard tonewood. Unique figure and colour are considered desirable characteristics and do not reduce the assigned grade. Each piece is selected for both its visual character and its suitability for instrument making.

Master Highest visual selection
Near perfect top. Even and straight grain. No runout. Generally white in colour. Tops by log number are available.
AAA Premium appearance
Knots and knot shadow are not allowed within the pattern area. Grain is straight and even or graduated. Minimal to no runout. Generally white in colour. Tops by log number are available.
AA Excellent working grade
Knots and knot shadow fall outside the pattern area. Grain may be uneven, wavy, or curved. Slight colour variation allowed. Slight runout allowed. Tops by log number are available.
A Value-focused instrument wood
Knots and knot shadow fall within the pattern area. Brown and orange colour allowed. Specific log numbers cannot be requested.
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About the Affogato Series

The Affogato Series takes its name from the Italian dessert of espresso poured over vanilla ice cream. Each top features naturally occurring coffee-brown colour against pale Engelmann spruce, with patterns ranging from subtle streaks to stronger contrasting bands.

No two tops are identical. The collection is selected for makers who want distinctive natural colour without compromising the working qualities expected from instrument-grade spruce.

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