Why REDGUM?
The river red gum is Australia’s most widespread and recognised tree,
and it produces a wood that is truly unique. It yields the second
hardest timber in the world, and this strength saw its widespread use in
the railway lines that sprang up to connect the rapidly expanding
colonies of early 20th century Australia. Its resistance to termites also
made it the natural choice for building foundations, and to this day it
continues to support some of our most historic structures.
The river red gum can be found on most river banks in mainland
Australia, where its roots tap into water stored in the sands and its
leaves provide food for the indigenous wildlife. Its presence is
synonymous with the Australian outback, at once a symbol of life
sustaining water and the struggle against a harsh climate. When
conditions turn dry, the red gum will adapt by shedding huge branches
from its trunk in an effort to conserve moisture. As anyone familiar
with camping in the Australian bush will tell you… don’t ever pitch your
tent underneath a red gum tree!
A celebrated part of our culture, it has perhaps been made most
famous through the landscape paintings of Hans Heysen and Ronald
Bull.
And while red gum wood was in wide use throughout Australia’s
history, it was not until the invention of the carbide saw that it was
possible to cut the wood accurately. And only then could the real
beauty of this unique hardwood be unveiled.
When polished it reveals a deep red lustre, highlighted by an
intertwining and tightly packed grain structure. Fine irregularities add
to this beauty, and it is highly sought after as a decorative wood for
these unique aesthetic properties. No two pieces of red gum will
match exactly, and this is as it should be. Like our products, each
piece is outstanding and unique.
Now that you’ve heard the story of the Australian river red gum, it’s
time to listen to your very own REDGUM. We’ve carefully selected and
lovingly crafted each piece before coupling it to some of the finest
audio engineering that money can buy. The results? Stunning! Trust
us, you won’t believe your ears.
