Pacific Rim Tonewoods

Hawaiian koa binding is a celebration of the organic. With its radiant color range—from golden browns and oranges to reddish tones and deep caramels—koa evokes the volcanic soils and tropical sun of the Hawaiian islands where it grows. Our plain koa binding brings this rich palette in a subtle, clean-grained form that harmonizes with a wide variety of body woods. It’s especially suited to koa guitar bodies, providing visual continuity while preserving the wood’s tonal clarity and natural shimmer. But for those who seek dramatic flair, our figured koa binding is nothing short of spectacular. It ripples with flame, curl, and 3D movement, catching light like liquid gold. This figured koa binding is more than an accessory; it’s a signature, a bold brushstroke around the body of a handmade guitar.