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steambc
New Member
USA
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 Posted - 26/08/2009 : 11:38:04 AM
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Hello All,
I'm the new kid on the block here, and I was very impressed by some of the pictures I've seen of various projects.
I'm about to start on a JS Universal, and I have a question for you all:
How does one go about deciding on what kind of wood to use for the various parts? I'm especially concerned about the pipes. I would imagine that the type of wood would make a difference in the sound.
Are there any good suppliers of wood here in the states? I'd like to use some relatively high quality materials to construct the organ, and the local Home Depot just won't cut it.
Thanks,
Brian
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Bob Meyer
Average Member
USA
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Posted - 30/08/2009 : 08:48:36 AM
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Brian and others,
I used bass wood from here. http://www.nationalbalsa.com/
Very high quality stuff.
I know there have been religious wars about what type of wood to use, but I don't think it matters too much. It's much more important to do a nice job of it, regardless of material. They must be air tight with the mouths shaped correctly.
For non-pipe parts, I used poplar for most things, and maple or oak for the parts that need real strength. (The parts holding the springs, for instance)
Good luck, welcome to the club...
Bob |
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woodman928
Average Member
USA
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Posted - 13/09/2009 : 6:53:50 PM
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Brian
I used 1/8" Baltic birch ply for the pipes and they sound just fine I have also used hard maple and pine and you really cant tell the difference. You can find Baltic birch at most good lumber yards or you may have to befriend a cabinet shop to get you some. I used 1/4" for the sides and pressure box. You should be able to get enough for all the pipes for about $12.00
Jay
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What kind of wood to use?