Thanks for all the input. I forgot about the policy of most mills not wanting to cut wood from people's yards for fear of nails, etc. I was planning on air drying the wood or building a solar kiln. Anyway, my buddy told me its one of the softest of the hardwoods, hence, it's great for cabinets and floors, but probably not for instruments. I was surprised it is used on an acoustic. I suppose some tight, straight grained stuff would work just as poplar is used and requires the same characteristics for it to work. Thanks!! I still may give it try and see how it works - in 2 years!