molecular structure of different types of wood

[Colette]

I am doing my science fair report on the factors that make an old guitar better quality then a new guitar. I figured I should start with the wood composition. I know that over time, the molecular structure of wood changes because of vibration. I would like to know more about the way that they change. If any possible links or people that may help please let me know. Thank you

[barretttomlinson]

Hi,

You may find this site of interest, as it compares sound quality from many woods:

http://www.jemsite.com/jem/wood.htm

Another view on the subject:

http://www.mother-of-tone.com/lacquer.htm

This topic is very controversial:

http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/forum/ar ... 11105.html

I hope this gets your research started.

Best of luck for a great project!

Best regards,

Barrett L. Tomlinson

[Colette]

Thank you so much! That is extremely helpful.