Michael Kelly looked at conventional acoustic guitar soundhole placement and asked, "Why?" Port Technology moves the soundhole to the upper bout and redesigns the internal bracing, expanding the resonant surface of the top for a louder, more responsive instrument in a standard body size. Fishman electronics on select models handle the stage side, and the Forte Exotic series brings tonewoods like Ziricote and Java Ebony to players who want something beyond spruce and mahogany.
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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 b...
The Forte Port is dynamic, responsive and has a big bold sound. The Forte Port features Michael Kelly's Port Technology. This fresh new approach to top bracing and soundhole placement results in a noticeable improve...
Forte Port 12 Randy Jackson signature is a new kind of instrument for a new kind of player, and for the traditional player who wants that extra edge.
The Forte Port 12 Randy Jackson of Zebra Signature builds o...
<p>Featuring PORT technology you can easily amplify your Port X thanks to the included active Fishman electronics and the under saddle bridge pickup captures the full and natural sound of the Forte Port X.<...
Michael Kelly's innovation in the offset soundhole with an all new bracing design produces a guitar with a louder tone and more resonance. When you first lay eyes on the Forte Exotic JE you can not help but notice t...
Ideal for musicians who desire a guitar with resonance, projection and playability. When you first lay eyes on the Forte Exotic Zebra you can not help but notice the striking appearance. That is thanks to the exotic...
The sonic performance is just as striking as the Forte Exotic's look. When you first lay eyes on the Forte Exotic Ziricote you can not help but notice the striking appearance. That is thanks to the exotic Ziricote t...
When Michael Kelly Guitars set out to make a signature 12-string acoustic/electric guitar for Zebra front man Randy Jackson, we knew it had to be special. Richly-figured ziricote top, back and sides and a natural gl...
