Hey everyone! Thanks for the kind words on the Exploiter. Long story short, I bought her used late last December, so this is a "new / old" instrument for me. I had it about a week, decided it needed some work (ok, a lot of work), called up the folks at Alembic and dropped her off at the mothership on the 29th of December (which in and of itself was an experience). About the only thing that isn't being upgraded/refinished/buffed is the brass electronics plate! So, for all intents and purposes it will be pretty much back to about as new as can be when she's finished! And, yes, this is a flame koa top. It's also my first Alembic - and I've wanted an Exploiter since 1983! Good things happen to those who wait.