Bends easily and holds shape well. The measurements are: back boards (each half) 8.5" x 19.5" x. The sides- 4" tapering to 3.75" x 32.5 x. All of my instrument sets are properly dried and seasoned and ready for sanding.
If you want your set sanded to your specs, let me know before checkout and I will add it to the invoice. CHECK OUT MY OTHER EXOTIC TONEWOODS!