Fine tuning your system with different species of wood?
Here is a very short list of wood platform choices and what to expect by using them.
Spruce - cleans up the overall sound
Satinwood - dulls things down a bit
White Pine - adds a fair amount of brightness
Black Walnut - slightly darkens the presentation
Ebony - significantly darkens the presentation
Water Gum - adds a tube like liquidity
Butternut - is great for adding a touch of richness
Zebrawood - blends in so well you will barely notice it all
Seriously, Maple is an excellent choice. And, Cinellipro's suggestion looks pretty good.
Here is a very short list of wood platform choices and what to expect by using them.
Spruce - cleans up the overall sound
Satinwood - dulls things down a bit
White Pine - adds a fair amount of brightness
Black Walnut - slightly darkens the presentation
Ebony - significantly darkens the presentation
Water Gum - adds a tube like liquidity
Butternut - is great for adding a touch of richness
Zebrawood - blends in so well you will barely notice it all
Seriously, Maple is an excellent choice. And, Cinellipro's suggestion looks pretty good.