Maple or Rosewood fretboard?

Rosewood has a much darker appearance than maple (See diagram). Maple has a harder texture than rosewood which some people say is too hard on their fingers (hmm). Maple - because of its harder texture - tends to create a brighter tone with more 'top'. These facts are all very subjective and it is hard to suggest that one is better than another. It usually comes down to what a person simply feels more comfortable with. SEE MORE QUESTIONS
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