Green Strings: Are Eco-Friendly Guitar Strings a Thing Yet?

Faberusa20 May, 2025News

Take bridge saddles, for example. Once traditionally made from ivory or exotic woods, many are now crafted from synthetic composites or reclaimed materials. Guitar companies are seeking sustainable wood options not only for saddles, but for bodies, necks, and guitar bridges as well. Some boutique brands use urban lumber (wood salvaged from city trees), or repurpose old furniture into instruments. The goal? To reduce the demand for freshly harvested tropical hardwoods.