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[Wood] Walnut [Used For] Back / Sides [Properties] 
With its unique 'marbled' appearance and a wide variation of hue and figuring, walnut looks especially striking on the bodies of acoustic guitars. Tonally it produces a warm sound, with plenty of bass, and combines well with either a cedar or spruce top.
Acoustic Guitar Glossary | Sheehans
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