“It’s like finding a needle in a haystack.” Simeon Chambers has been a guiding force in the industry, revolutionizing the way tonewood is purchased and harvested. Perfectly split, low density spruce that rings like a bell. Under his direction a small group of elite luthiers from around the country have trained firsthand under his guidance and learned how to hunt and harvest premium tonewood. The labor and diligence required gives one immense respect for the scarcity and significance of superior tonewood. It is a guiding factor in both the harvesting and selection process that governs what select boards are worthy of maturation here, sweat equity.

The timber here is priced to be used for only the finest instruments. It was never intended for resale, however the shear volume has increased to more than can be used in a lifetime. The collection is priced to reflect scarcity and demand. Much of it won’t be sold and will be turned into world class instruments here, however there is plenty that can be replenished and is sold at market value. The quality and maturation is second to none and offering it here affords luthiers the opportunity to use materials they may not have on hand ready to use. Their clients alike might want that something special and this is a wonderful library of exquisite materials second to none that is rarely ever available. I would encourage musicians to browse as well in order to help them secure the commission of their dreams.