Transparent finish on Laminate Top + back finish

[andrius]

I've ran into a problem. In a body builder mode, I chose an Alder body with Flame Maple Laminate Top and a Transparent finish for it to look something like this: http://www.espguitars.com/products/9948-usa-m-iii-stblue?category_id=1963506-m-iii-series-guitars
Unfortunately, I found that the only finish option for the back of the body offered is Clear gloss finish, which is not alright with me - I want the back to be painted with a colour of some sort - like the guitar to which I posted a link.
But if I choose not to use Laminate Top, all of a sudden the back of the body is painted in the same colour as the top, which is pretty much what I want, back colour-wise.
Is there a way around this to get a Laminate Top (preferrably Flame Maple) AND the back of the body painted with an actual colour? I mean, other than getting someone else to finish the body. Maybe I missed a checkbox or two?

 

[Cagey]

I think they'll do it, but it's not automated into the "Builder". Too many variables to deal with in an unmistakable way. Necks are that way, for instance. The Builder only allows for 3 or 4 versions of a clear finish, but if you add a note to the order form asking for a color on the neck meat or headstock, they'll do it. Best to call them to be certain, though. Plus, there may be an additional charge.

 

[stratamania]

If you take a look at Dye finish and select blue dye, solid black for the rear is possible in the builder.

That might be close to what you want. Worth checking it out in any case.

 

[andrius]

Thanks, I'll give them a call then.

 

[Lucindar]

I like to read stories like this.