All hardwood is nature's ideal dampening material. It can absorb and dampen vibrations coming up from the floor.
I would think the reason why maple is the most popular is that it is readily available and the most cost effective. So its used the most. And we have no shortage of it here in N. America being a renewable resource.
I would think the reason why maple is the most popular is that it is readily available and the most cost effective. So its used the most. And we have no shortage of it here in N. America being a renewable resource.