Steel Guitar Builder

Can the cabinet be stained before the inlay goes on permanently with glue?

I am working on a SD10 and I am ready to stain the cabinet but am curious as to the best way to avoid staining the inlay. I am planning a two color sunburst so should i apply the stain prior to installing the inlay or install the inlay and tape it off? If the stain is rubbed on with a rag is it like...