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Breedlove discovered that a tree indigenous to the Pacific Northwest was an amazing tone wood. While they make guitars from Spruce & Mahogany as other builders do, the hit pay dirt when they built their first guitar from Myrtlewood.
They’ve recently came across 2 trees that had been felled as part of a fire break that has some of the most stunning grains that they’ve ever used – picture below.
They introduced some of the guitars made from these trees at NAMM 2025 – my Breedlove isn’t a custom shop and its tone amazes me every time that I pick it up. I can only imagine what these would be likeArticle excerpts:
The Tale of Two Legendary Logs
In a small coastal property near Brookings, Oregon—an area recently marked by fierce wildfires—Cyril unearthed two extraordinary trees. The property owner, seeking to create a firebreak, allowed for selective tree removal. Among these were two Myrtlewood giants that Cyril quickly recognized as exceptional.The “Outrageous” Log
The aptly named “Outrageous” log was a colossal tree with a diameter of about 40 inches. Its exterior gave subtle hints of what lay within—an intricate interplay of figure and color rarely seen in Myrtlewood. The log’s vivid patterns, combined with its impeccable structural integrity, make it a one-of-a-kind tonewood, destined to produce guitars with both visual and acoustic brilliance.The “Rain” Log
The “Rain” log, even more massive at a staggering six feet in diameter, revealed breathtaking beauty. Its unique grain patterns mimic the appearance of heavy rain cascading through a forest canopy, an effect born from decades of environmental stress and mineral-rich soil. The hollowed base of this ancient tree concealed vibrant figure work, offering a glimpse into the natural forces that shaped its life.Full Story:
The “Rain” and “Outrageous” Logs: Myrtlewood Legends That Will Shape Guitar History
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