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Not as a 'standard' production item.

 

But they will make it for you, if you ask.

 

I've got a J-200 Elite in koa, a Custom Order, and it's great.

 

One thing I would suggest you consider, if you do place an order for a J-200 with koa back and sides: a mahogany neck, rather than the maple neck. Aesthetically, IMO, the maple looks a bit wonky next to the koa, while mahogany blends much better visually.

 

Fred

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Fred, my friend also has J-200 Custom with Koa B&S AND her's has a Koa neck!!! Really cool, I haven't seen another like that again.

 

Not as a 'standard' production item.

 

But they will make it for you, if you ask.

 

I've got a J-200 Elite in koa, a Custom Order, and it's great.

 

One thing I would suggest you consider, if you do place an order for a J-200 with koa back and sides: a mahogany neck, rather than the maple neck. Aesthetically, IMO, the maple looks a bit wonky next to the koa, while mahogany blends much better visually.

 

Fred

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Fred, my friend also has J-200 Custom with Koa B&S AND her's has a Koa neck!!! Really cool, I haven't seen another like that again.

 

Boy I'd love to see THAT one!

 

I suppose any dimensionally stable hardwood could be used for a neck, although weight (density) would be a factor, so why not koa. Cool!

 

Fred

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