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Michael Kelly Mod Shop Forte Port Exotic JE Acoustic Electric Guitar

The MKG Forte Port Exotic Java Ebony is as striking in appearance as it is in performance. Featuring a rich & deep tone, Java Ebony Top, Okoume Body & Fishman Electronics.

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    The Mod Shop Forte Port Exotic JE is a full-size acoustic/electric guitar with a striking Java ebony top and dragonfly fretboard inlay. The instrument boasts an impressive full sound and tone thanks to the special bracing pattern used in the guitar. This offset port technology moves the soundhole to create an uninterrupted soundboard between the neck and bridge for more volume and a richer timbre.

     

    The side port lets the player hear what the audience hears, acting as a personal monitor. The Mod Shop Forte Port Exotic JE can dial in a precise sound with the Fishman Presys Blend preamp built into the body, letting you mix the built-in internal microphone and the S-Core pickup to capture the natural warmth and tone of the instrument in exactly the way that you want it. Players get easy access to the highest frets with the Michael Kelly Forte cutaway body shape, while Grover tuning keys keep you in tune and the Zero Pin Bridge means string changes are quick and effortless.

     

    Michael Kelly Mod Shop Forte Port Exotic JE Acoustic Electric Features

    • Java Ebony Top
    • Okoume Body with Black Triple Ply Binding
    • Mahogany Neck with Ovangkol Fretboard and Standard C Profile
    • Custom MK Dragonfly Inlays
    • Fishman Presys Blend Mic with S-Core Pickup and Endpin Jack
    • Ultra-Thin Satin Natural UV Finish
    • Extreme cutaway body shape that provides enhanced access to upper frets and great balance
    • Side soundhole for added air movement and a great new tone for the player

     

    When you first lay eyes on the Mod Shop Forte Port Exotic JE you can not help but notice the striking appearance. That is thanks to the Java Ebony top. The styling is enhanced thanks to a bold satin black finish on the Okoume back and sides and the addition of black binding and hardware. The sonic performance is just as striking as the Forte Port Exotic's look. These woods combine to give you a full-bodied rich and deep tone. We further improve that performance via our Port Technology which positions the soundhole off center and opens up a larger soundboard.

     

    PORT TECHNOLOGY

    Acoustic guitar design has not changed significantly since the pre-World War II era. For several years now, the Michael Kelly team has been working on a fresh new approach to acoustic guitars. This has culminated with the development of the new Port Technology. At the core of this innovation is an offset soundhole approach coupled with an all new bracing design.

     

    ZERO PIN BRIDGE

    It always happens at the worst possible time — you break a string at a gig. What if you could radically shorten the time it takes to change your string? The Michael Kelly Zero Pin Bridge makes that possible.

    Our innovative Zero Pin Bridge allows players to change a string without tools and without the stress of losing or breaking pins. A quick slide into the specially-designed groove makes the inevitable string change as quick and easy as possible!

     

    Integrated Fishman Electronics

    The active amplification system by Fishman includes an onboard control for volume and one for tone. These are mounted inside of the soundhole for easy access, and this avoids the need to cut a hole in the side of your guitar, maximizing performance.

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    Michael Kelly Mod Shop Forte Port Exotic JE Acoustic Electric Guitar Specifications

    Michael Kelly Mod Shop Forte Port Exotic JE Acoustic Electric Guitar Specifications
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    Michael Kelly Mod Shop Forte Port Exotic JE Acoustic Electric Specifications

    • Top: Java Ebony
    • Body Material: Okoume
    • Body Binding: Black Triple Ply
    • Neck: Mahogany
    • Fretboard: Ovangkol
    • Fretboard Radius: 12 Inch / 30.48 cm
    • Number of Frets: 20
    • Inlays: MK Dragonfly
    • Scale Length: 25.5 in / 647.7 mm
    • Truss Rod: Dual Action
    • Neck Profile: Standard C
    • Nut Material: Fast Black Nylon
    • Nut Width: 1 11/16" / 43 mm
    • Strings: D’Addario XT16 Coated Phosphor Bronze, Light, 12-53
    • Electronics: Fishman Presys Blend Mic with S-Core Pickup and Endpin Jack
    • Hardware Finish: Gold
    • Tuning Keys: Grover
    • Bridge Type: Zero-End Pin
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