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Dalbergia
melanoxylon is a
member of the Leguminosae family of trees, commonly known as African Blackwood
or Mpingo. This wood is from the Mpingo tree that can be found growing in
the savanna regions of Africa continent, primarily in
Tanzania and Mozambique.
The tree is approximately 30 feet in height and has a diameter of 8 inches.
The timber is dark brown with black streaks which usually predominate so the
general color is black. The wood is very hard and heavy with a weight of 82
lbs per foot. The heartwood is very durable and stable, slow to absorb
moisture, and has exceptional working qualities.
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In
order to select the highest quality wood we believe that the Mpingo
tree has to be at least fifty to sixty years old in order for the wood to
mature build up the resin and strength required to withstand the
manufacturing process and durability and punishment of constant playing
under changing climate and temperature conditions.
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The wood of choice for the Chadash Clarinet is
Dalbergia Melanoxylon
from Mpingo wood originating in Mozambique. Unlike commercially
produced instruments, this handcrafted and machine-assisted instrument is
made out of very aged wood, that range from 30 to 40 years old. Upon
a preparation a bore cavity is cut to the length of the piece and
the wood is left and exposed to the elements in a safe and secure place to
age ensuring that the memory of the wood is intact without losing
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