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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<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.<...
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...