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In 1807, TJ planted a poplar at Monticello that lived nearly 200 years. Now guitar-makers Huss and Dalton are turning its wood into noteworthy instruments.

by Ned Oldham

3/25/11 9:53 AM

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  • my opinion

    what a huge tree! Inspiration for <a href="http://www.asiawriters.com/">freelance writing jobs</a>

    Posted by MaryMcneil August 30, 2011 07:22:10

  • A Great Use

    Using the wood to make guitars is a great way to turn that historic tree into the giving tree... this last gift being that of music. Wonderful!

    Barry
    <a href="http://www.thebrowserbuddy.com">The Browser Buddy</a>

    Posted by Barry Smith April 03, 2011 16:22:59

  • Poplar Guitar Wood

    Thanks for the article "Regal Tree, Historic Sound?" I recently resawed some large polar boards into bookmatches sets for carving semi-hollow electric arch top guitars and acoustic. While Huss and Dalton won't be using the Jefferson poplar for acoustic tops, I plan on giving it a try next winter (2011-12). And yes, it can be some very beautiful wood! Chuck DeHar, Hollow Road Guitars, Fulks Run, Virginia.

    Posted by Chuck DeHart March 28, 2011 09:20:31

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