Torrefaction?

Doug · Post by **Doug** » Sat Jul 20, 2013 5:30 pm

Many guitarists and guitar geeks have been talking about the torrefied fretboard wood that's been used for several years now. I've heard complaints it ain't quality, or it ain't fair. And I've heard reasonable explanations that it's fine quality and a progressive ecological move.

But I, for one, haven't really understood the technology or measurable benefits of torrefaction. And I'm the kinda (Deke) geek that wants to know all the details. So, for others who must know, below is a link that explains more technically what's goin on:

http://www.woodworkingnetwork.com/news/ ... tjLvF.dpbs

Not sure if Anderton's Music is scientifically objective, but their analysis is well-written and seems balanced:

Anderton's Guide: http://www.andertons.co.uk/blog/guitars ... oard-guide

And the many guitarists who happen to be credentialed scientists

will want to google "Torrefaction" where the companies that perform this process provide specs that may put even your extra-perky intellect to sleep:

http://raw-torrefactiontechnology.blogspot.com/

Cheers,

StevePirates · Post by **StevePirates** » Sat Jul 20, 2013 6:10 pm

Anderton's Guide

Doug · Post by **Doug** » Sat Jul 20, 2013 6:30 pm

StevePirates wrote:Anderton's Guide

Thanks, Steve.

Doug

StevePirates · Post by **StevePirates** » Sat Jul 20, 2013 6:32 pm

I can't find the other one, or I'd embed it. The easiest way to put the full link on a post is to use the embed URL button that looks like a marble wearing handcuffs.

Doug · Post by **Doug** » Sat Jul 20, 2013 7:27 pm

StevePirates wrote:I can't find the other one, or I'd embed it. The easiest way to put the full link on a post is to use the embed URL button that looks like a marble wearing handcuffs.

Thanks, I think I got it.