I'm first time to the forum. Based on reading everything I can about Taylor's baritone 8, I know I want one, but I'm considering having Taylor's custom shop do one in Koa. Mahogany, they say, takes a while to open up, as does Koa, but I'd like to know 1) anyone have any experience with a baritone in Koa and 2) anyone have experience in dealing with Taylor's custom shop?