Maple veneer - 'Popping the flame'?

[Muzza]

I've seen a few videos where they put black dye on the maple veneer, then rub it back before applying the colour.

That idea terrifies me for my first build on a number of levels. What if it's too dark? What if I sand through the veneer?

I mean, how necessary is it? Wouldn't the flame still be visible, and a sort of 3D effect anyway?

Are there any A/B comparisons showing the difference with / without putting the black on first?

Also, I read somewhere that you should use a spirit(?) based dye for that first step?

I'm ready to apply the finish as soon as my Dingotone shows up, but I'm getting very nervous and not sure which way to go.

Does the Dingotone come with instructions?