Michael Kelly Guitars is excited to showcase the newest additions to its boutique inspired line of electric and acoustic instruments at the 2024 NAMM show. This lineup includes two Patriot electric guitar models in a new slim body design, a Forte Port nylon string acoustic guitar, and the addition of two semi-hollow body guitars to its1950s guitar collection. All models are available now via the Michael Kelly Guitars authorized dealer network. See individual pricing for each instrument in the product descriptions listed below.
Patriot Instinct SB Mod Shop Duncan (MAP $879.99)
The Patriot Instinct SB Mod Shop Duncan combines ample tonal possibilities and eye-catching looks in a thin, lightweight body design. The solid mahogany body produces a full, clear tone, and now features a new 1.25” (31.75mm) slim body design that dramatically reduces the weight of the instrument. Its high-gloss AAA quilted maple top, cream binding, and pearl/abalone inlays adorning the rosewood fretboard make this guitar a standout on any stage. The Patriot Instinct SB features a pair of Seymour Duncan® JB Model™ humbuckers with dual mini toggle coil-split switches for extra sonic versatility. These high-output pickups have plenty of low-end punch while maintaining crisp, detailed highs, and an upper-mid bump with just the de-sired amounts of harmonics and sustain.
The mahogany neck with modern “C” profile and contoured heel make the guitar both comfort-able and easy to play all, the way up the fretboard. Grover® tuners with a string-thru body de-sign and a Tune-O-Matic bridge provide excellent intonation and plenty of sustain.
Features
• Single-cutaway electric guitar with lightweight slim body design
• Mahogany body provides warmth and punch while accentuating the mids and highs
• Mahogany neck with rosewood fretboard and cream binding
• Two Seymour Duncan® JB Model™ humbucker pickups
• Great 8 Mod with 3-way pickup selector and two mini toggle coil-split switches
• 22 medium jumbo frets
• Grover® tuners, string-thru body with Tune-O-Matic bridge
• Partial Eclipse, Scorched & Blue Fade finish
Patriot Decree SB Open Pore (MAP $479.99) Patriot Decree SB Open Pore guitars combine boutique-inspired styling and exceptional tone, in a thin, lightweight body design. The striking open pore texture and satin finish enhance reso-nance without compromising the instrument’s tone. The exotic sungkai tonewood top is paired with a slim mahogany body for a distinctly resonant and clear sound. A 22-fret ebony fretboard produces a bright tone and allows for fast, fluid lines. The set-in mahogany neck, with its con-toured heel and modern C shape, is comfortable to play and allows easy access to the upper frets. The Great 8 Mod gives players quick and easy access to a wide range of tonal options. It fea-tures two Rockfield® Select Wound Custom humbuckers each with a mini toggle switch allows to coil split the pickups. The 3-way pickup selector offers eight different unique sonic options to choose from. The Patriot SB Open Pore includes a Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-thru body design and Grover® tuners, and is finished with speed knobs and sleek chrome hardware.
Features
• Single-cutaway electric guitar with lightweight slim body design
• Mahogany body provides warmth and punch while accentuating the mids and highs
• Mahogany neck with ebony fretboard
• Two Rockfield® SWC humbucker pickups
• Great 8 Mod with 3-way pickup selector and two mini toggle coil-split switches
• 22 medium jumbo frets
• Grover® tuners, string-thru body with Tune-O-Matic bridge
• Faded Black, Tobacco Sunburst & Cherry Red finish
Forte Port Nylon (MAP $499.99)
The Forte Port Nylon acoustic-electric guitar delivers the rich, full-bodied tone expected from a nylon-stringed guitar, coupled with modern enhancements for exceptional comfort and playabili-ty. Featuring Michael Kelly’s Forte Port acoustic design, its enhanced top bracing and offset soundhole placement result in both improved sonic performance and playability. The deep cut-away design facilitates fretboard access, enhancing the overall balance and playability of the instrument. Additionally, the modern mahogany neck features an ovangkol fretboard, a comfort “C” profile, a narrow 48mm nut and a 12” fretboard radius, making it effortless to transition from a steel-stringed acoustic or an electric guitar. The Forte Port Nylon features the Fishman® Presys I preamp, which delivers a superb amplified tone that beautifully complements the warm, natural sound of nylon strings. Its under-saddle Fishman® Sonicore pickup excels at capturing the guitar’s full, organic tonal character. Whether in the studio or on stage, the Forte Port Nylon delivers exceptional sound quality both un-plugged and amplified.
Features
• Single-cutaway nylon string acoustic-electric guitar
• Sitka Spruce top with Sapele back and sides
• Offset soundhole and side port monitor
• Fishman® Presys I Preamp & Fishman® Sonicore Pickup
• Mahogany neck with Ovangkol fretboard
• Comfort “C” profile neck shape with 12” fretboard radius
58 Thinline (MAP $379.99)
The 58 Thinline combines the warm, vintage sound of a semi-hollow body with the fat tone of its two Rockfield® SWC humbucker pickups. The carved top on the chambered mahogany body is both balanced and lightweight. It features a rock maple neck with a modern “C” profile and a roasted jatoba fretboard with a 10” radius that is both comfortable for playing chords and leads. The 58 Thinline offers quick and easy access to an assortment of lush, versatile tones with its Great 8 Mod that lets you switch from thick humbucker sounds to twangy single-coil tones and everything in between. The 58 Thinline looks great and offers players a wide range of classic and modern tones.
Features
• Mahogany semi-hollow body with f-hole
• Two Rockfield SWC humbucker pickups with three position switch
• Two push/pull switches split the pickups for single coil tones
• Rock maple neck with roasted jatoba fretboard
• Modern “C” profile neck shape with 10” fretboard radius
• String-thru body design with modern six saddle bridge
• Flame Maple, Gloss Black & Spalted Maple finish
• Left-handed model available in Spalted Maple finish
59 Thinline (MAP $349)
The 59 Thinline embodies boutique styling and classic sounds. The mahogany semi-hollow body design with distinctive f-hole combines the warmth of a hollow body and the sustain of a solid body guitar. The rock maple neck with roasted jatoba fretboard and its modern “C” shape neck make the 59 Thinline comfortable and easy to play. Equipped with dual Rockfield® P90 pickups, the 59 Thinline delivers a nuanced mid-range and a warm, natural bass response, crafting a distinctive sound that stands out in any musical mix. Its four-way toggle switch offers a wide range of tones by allowing you to switch between the bridge and neck pickups individually, or both in either series or parallel. Easily transition be-tween classic, warm single-coil twang to richer, more driven tones in an instant.
Features
• Mahogany semi-hollow body with f-hole
• Two Rockfield® P90 Pickups
• Four position selector switch
• Rock Maple neck with roasted Jatoba fretboard
• Modern “C” shape neck profile 10” fretboard radius
• Flame Maple and Spalted Maple finishes
• Left-handed model available in Spalted Maple finish
NAMM Booth #: Booth 6802, ACC Hall C
