The red cedar (Thuja Plicata) is a coniferous tree with a red-brown coloured wood. The structure is mainly determined by its darker annual rings. Cedar is very lightweight and soft, much lighter and less firm than spruce.

origin:
Northern USA, Canada

used for:
top, bars

tonal properties:
Usually rounder and more mellow than spruce. Although easier for the player to handle, Cedar is generally less transparent and variable.