ASW in the Media
Check out some of the media publications ASW has been in.
Alaska Specialty Woods in Log Trucker Magazine!
We're proud to share that Alaska Specialty Woods, renowned for crafting premium soundboards for guitars, has been spotlighted in Log Trucker Magazine. This feature highlights our dedication to sustainable forestry and the artistry behind creating soundboards that bring music to life. Read on to discover how our Alaskan spruce resonates with musicians and builders worldwide!
Bedell Guitars: Alaska Specialty Wood Profile
A profile piece featuring Alaska Specialty Woods' partnership with Bedell Guitars, showcasing our commitment to providing premium tonewood for high-quality instrument production.
Craig shop helps make music from fallen trees
By Leila Kheiry
A feature story about how Alaska Specialty Woods transforms salvaged timber into musical instruments, highlighting our sustainable approach to tonewood production.
"Just Listen": Brent and Annette, A Family of Musicwood Producers
(2 of 6 part series)
Part of a documentary series exploring the world of musicwood production, featuring Brent and Annette Cole and their family business.
Tongass in transition: Striking a chord with old growth trees
The last sizable timber mill in the state has struggled to find enough trees to keep the saws running. But down the road, a small mom and pop operation is thriving with a unique business model. Alaska Specialty Woods uses salvaged trees to make instrument tops, which are shipped all around the world. But this sustainable company still wants the timber industry to stick around.
From salvage to song
By Bethany Goodrich | For the Capital City Weekly
An exploration of how Alaska Specialty Woods transforms salvaged timber into beautiful tonewood for musical instruments.
An Intimate Portrait of Southeast Alaska's Sawmills
By HEIDI BOHI
A documentary look at the sawmill operations in Southeast Alaska, featuring Alaska Specialty Woods and our unique approach to sustainable tonewood production.
Spread the Word!!
If you know others who need Sitka Spruce Tonewood share our site with them and help spread the word about Alaska Specialty Woods.