Butternut lumber

[Craig Regan]

How would Butternut lumber work for the ribs and back (carved), on a double bass?

Its exceptionally lightweight, easy to work and is also pretty attractive. On the other hand, It is not very dense, so it could make for a very fragile instrument.

I have had some sitting in a barn for years, not sure if its too "experimental" for bass building. Any thoughts would be appreciated.