Veneer over particle board is far less expensive than solid hardwood. Manufacturers claim that the lesser resonance of the particle board is an advantage also.
(average and better quality, not the cheapest stuff at Home Depot) particleboard is denser, more consistent batch to batch, CHEAPER, and doesn't warp or crack as it dries.
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