Shedua ~ Ovankol
(Guibourtia Ehie)

OTHER COMMON NAMES: Ovankol, Amazakoue', Amazoue, Ehie, Mozambique

Note: Shedua ranges in color from Light Yellowish Brown to Dark Greyish Brown. Shedua is in the same family as Bubinga (G. Demeusei).

NOTE: We are gradually replacing Bubinga Neck Strips with Shedua/Ovankol. Flamed Shedua Top woods are also in stock as well in place of figured Bubinga. these two woods are very similar.


CR6V Shedua

Origin: Western Equatorial Africa
Avg. Weight (@ 6-8% moisture) : 4.4 Lbs. per Bd. Ft.
Weight Classification: Heavy
Where Used on Smith Basses: Tops, Backs, Neck & Body Features
Tone Produced on Smith Basses: Tight High Mids with Deep Lows
Stock Availability: Light to Dark, Occasionally Figured
Avg. Age of Wood in Stock: 8-10 Years Acclimated (Kiln & Air Dried)

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