Wow....from your description, if your guitar turns out like the OO Engelmann Koa I have, it would be PERFECT for you hahaha couldn't have been more spot on. I'm pretty sure you're going to be ecstatic with the finished product, Joel knows what he's doing
I'm pretty sure no one will argue with you that the top (bracing etc.) isn't the main influence on tone haha would be lovely to see some bracing photos. Maybe if you could get hold of some, that would be interesting
