just imported 3 pairs of bookmatched maple tops and i was dissapointed as to the quality of the boards....as this is the first time i have purchased this type of product perhaps my expectations were a lttle high....the figuring seems to be nice and look pretty much as photographed prior to purchase....
the boards however are warped from end to end and from side to side....the warp is an even curl in both directions...across the board it would be about 1/16 - 3/32 and about the same or a little more from end to end....also the boards are fine sawn not dressed....
i want to machine these to 1/4" and make guitar tops from these boards..is this feasible?? or have I been sold substandard product?? am i expecting more than is normal for maple boards??
i have not published the name of the supplier and i guess if i have been ripped off i would make sure that others are forewarned... i would not know as i have no experience in buying this type of timber see pics here: obviously i am showing the worst board