![]() ![]() In the 1900s close to the end of the second industrial revolution, big lumber suppliers needed redwood for furniture making, but they only needed the straight-grained wood from the trunk of the tree which meant that large chunks of burl wood were simply thrown onto the garbage heap.įortunately, woodwork enthusiasts and artisans soon saw that the unique nature of this wood could be used to make some really interesting workpieces. Like most superheroes, burl wood has its very own origin story, and much like most superhero origin stories, it starts with a tragedy. Wondering which types of trees grow burl? Here are a few of the common tree species that tend to develop burl wood: Wood burl can be found on the surface of a tree’s trunk, close to the soil at the root of a tree, or underground connected to the tree’s larger root system. ![]() Does this mean that wood burl is only found on the surface of the tree? Nope. So, they’re found where a tree has been hurt or if there is any change in the tree’s natural growth cycle. Burled wood is extremely durable and doubles as a defense against critters looking to make the tree their home. ![]() ![]() When a tree is pruned or encounters foul weather it will do its best to compensate for the loss of an appendage either by re-growing it or by sealing off that section with callus tissue in the form of burl wood. Why do trees grow burl wood instead of new branches or roots though? Well, it’s sort of a defense mechanism. This condition causes the wood to grow irregularly and creates some pretty cool grain patterns on the interior of the wood. Burl wood can form as a result of things like damage, stress to the tree, fungal infection, viral outbreak, insect infestation, or simply a genetic disorder in a tree or family of trees. Why does this happen? Well, pretty much for the same reason that we as human beings tend to develop bumps or growths that are considered to be irregular. To make it a shade simpler, burled woods are little (or big) knotty growths that form at the base of tree stumps as a result of bud tissue that has failed to sprout. This means that burl wood isn’t a different species of wood entirely, but rather an offshoot of existing tree species that have developed over time. What is burl wood? It’s a bit strange, but essentially, burled wood is a particular grain of wood that can be found on a number of different tree species. 4.1 How Do You Identify High-Quality Burl Wood?.4 Can Burl Be Removed From a Tree Without Damaging it?.2 What Are the Different Types of Wood Burl?.Note: Not making sound when plugged in for reasons unknown. You won't find anything else quite like the EW guitars ” even among guitars that are much more expensive.Įlectronics: Ibanez SRTn Preamp w/ Notch Filter and Onboard Tuner The appearance and sound of Ibanez's unique EW (Exotic Wood) Series were designed for the player who is looking for a completely new and different voice. But very few will deny that a standout visual aspect enhances your performance. Sound and playability are the two most important components in an acoustic-electric guitar. Great electronics give you superb control over your tone, and the 1/4" and XLR output mean you're ready to plug into just about anything. The sharp cutaway is an eye-catcher and provides easy access to the highest frets. Absolutely stunning, rare, unique and spectacular bookmatched maple burl finish showstopper!Īn eye-popping top, B-Band electronics, and superior playability makes this a great a striking maple burl top, mahogany neck, B-Band pickup and SRTn preamp with onboard tuner, the EW20MBENT burled maple guitar from the Ibanez Exotic Wood acoustic guitar family will inspire you with it's great looks, sound and playability. ![]()
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