LOAK2-TX01 Purpleheart
Front : Titanium
Body : Titanium(3D Printing)
Rear : Wood(Purpleheart)
This is the LOAK2-TX01 made with Purpleheart wood. When first cut, Purpleheart appears brown, but exposure to UV light and air transforms it into a vibrant purple. After allowing it to develop a beautiful purple hue on a sunny day, we apply a protective coating. This particular piece has an exceptionally vivid purple color.
Purpleheart is a hard and heavy wood, though its density feels moderate. According to the 634EARS wood list, it’s one of the materials classified as “hardness > density.”
The LOAK2-TX01 using Purpleheart is characterized by a rich, well-defined sound with sharp contours. It delivers tight, impactful, and crisp audio. The sound profile is similar to the TX01 made with Snakewood, but Purpleheart has a slightly fuller sound and is less solid than Snakewood. Its sound also bears resemblance to Ebony-based models, though Purpleheart seems to have a higher tonal center compared to Ebony.
While the finishing process for Purpleheart involves extra steps to enhance its color after machining, it’s a wood that offers both exceptional sound and striking visual appeal.