Starting a new build, this round its an attempt at a 12-Stringer. Decided to pair Monkeypod back and sides with a Mango top. Mango is known for its sweeter, mellower tone, yet still having a spark of brightness that really brings out its clarity.
I have started building the rims and back a week ago, and started working on the top this week.
Really happy with how this one turned out. Used a small piece of Rengas (a local Cocobolo variant) for the Rosette. I love the red accent it gives, contrasting with the lighter, yellowish Mango top.
I’ve since cut the sound hole out, and binded it, glued on the X-brace, all the others braces, and the Soundport reinforcement. All left to dry overnight, and tomorrow we voice it, and glue the top on!
Jonathan Woo Guitars 