Cocobolo vs. Grenadilla
Deciding which is right for you
The first question many players have is how to decide between cocobolo or grenadilla wood. The decision is of course very personal, but here are some general differences between the two woods that most players experience.
Grenadilla
- Dark black or brown coloration
- Brighter tone with more "ping"
- More projection and volume
- Perfect for band or orchestral players
Cocobolo
- Ruby red coloration
- Warm, dark tone
- Blends very easily
- Perfect for chamber or solo music
Natural and Beautiful
All our barrels are unstained to showcase the quality of the wood
The beautiful appearance of our products is due to the natural appearance of our high quality, exotic hardwoods, which are naturally-aged in a climate-controlled setting our Vancouver, Canada factory. The robust colors and gorgeous grain patterns are not painted, stained, or dyed in any way. We only add a thin layer of varnish to enhance durability and add gloss to the appearance. What's more? All Backun barrel models are made from the same high quality wood.
