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East Indian Rosewood became the next best thing for guiter makers after Brazilian Rosewood (Dalbergia nigra) was placed on the endangered species listing in the 1960s. Native to India and Southeast Asia, it is a dense and durable hardwood prized for its deep purplish-brown to reddish hues, often accented with dark streaks and a fine, uniform texture. Also known as Dalbergia latifolia, it is naturally oily, resistant to decay, and offers excellent tonal qualities. It typically darkens with age and is a dense wood but finishes well.
East Indian Rosewood became the next best thing for guiter makers after Brazilian Rosewood (Dalbergia nigra) was placed on the endangered species listing in the 1960s. Native to India and Southeast Asia, it is a dense and durable hardwood prized for its deep purplish-brown to reddish hues, often accented with dark streaks and a fine, uniform texture. Also known as Dalbergia latifolia, it is naturally oily, resistant to decay, and offers excellent tonal qualities. It typically darkens with age and is a dense wood but finishes well.