2009
ACOUSTIC GUITARS
ELECTRIC GUITARS
HYBRID
ACOUSTIC BASSES
TonePros® tune-o-matic bridge and tailpiece for overall tone and increased sustain Deeply arched figured maple top
Rockfield® S
Classic knob configuration two volumes, two tones
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PATRIOT SUPREME
SWCTM pickups
Three-way toggle
Real abalone and pearl inlay
Black Vapor MKPSUBKV
Tiger's Eye MKPSUTGE
Set-through body construction for enhanced access and sustain Ebony fingerboard
A modern classic. Modern in its construction, yet classic in its appearance thanks to its graceful single cutaway design. To upgrade its tone, sustain and playability the team at Michael Kelly has given it a unique set-through body construction. This design also greatly enhances playability, giving the player comfortable access to all of the Supreme’s frets. Each Supreme is equipped with a set of Rockfield® SWCTM pickups. Other important features include an ebony fingerboard, Grover® tuners and a deeply carved figured maple top.
Patriot Supreme shown in Cherry Sunburst - MKPSUCSB
Construction: Set-through Body: Mahogany Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Ebony Frets: 22 jumbo Scale: 243/4" Inlay: Supreme inlay Bridge: TonePros® tune-o-matic Tuners: Grover® Pickups: Rockfield® SWCTM Controls: 2 tones, 2 volumes, 1 three-way toggle Special: White binding with 3-ply interior
PATRIOT PREMIUM For the player who loves the tone of the classic EMG® 85/81 combination and/or the player who wants a “throw down and look bad ass while doing it” guitar, Michael Kelly presents the Patriot Premium. Armed with all the superior features to make this a tonal beast, the Premium is also adorned with a whole host of envy worthy appearance upgrades. Construction: Set-neck Body: Mahogany Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Ebony Frets: 24 medium jumbo Scale: 243/4" Inlay: Pearl Bridge: TonePros® tune-o-matic Tuners: Grover® Pickups: EMG® 85 neck, 81 bridge Controls: 1 tone and 2 volumes Special: Full abalone binding Real pearl inlay Ebony fingerboard Real abalone binding Mahogany body with a full 1/2" carved maple top EMG® 85 pickup in the neck and an EMG® 81 in the bridge TonePros® tune-o-matic bridge for overall tone and increased sustain String-through the body design for increased string to body vibration transfer
Satin Black Wash quilt maple MKPPBW
Gloss Black MKPPBK
Blood Red flame maple MKPPBRD
Tiger's Eye on quilt maple - MKPPTE
PATRIOT CUSTOM On the Patriot Custom we start with an extra deeply carved maple top on a hand selected mahogany body. The set-in neck is tightly fit to assure maximum sustain and performance. Installed in this best-in-class body is a set of Rockfield® SWCTM pickups. The Rockfield SWC pickups give the Custom a high output edge, while retaining a classic humbucker tone. The coil taps allow you to switch each pickup from a full humbucker tone to a single coil tone with a simple push-pull pot. An ebony fingerboard, Grover® tuners, real abalone block inlays, TonePros® locking bridge and an amazing flame maple top round out a stunning feature set. Construction: Body: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Inlay: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls:
Set-neck Mahogany 1 ⁄2" Maple cap Mahogany Ebony 22 medium jumbo 243⁄4" Abalone block TonePros® locking Grover® Rockfield® SWCTM 1 tone, 1 volume, 1 three-way toggle, coil tapped
Real abalone inlay on an ebony fingerboard Set-neck construction Deeply arched top carved from a 1 /2" thick maple cap and topped with flame maple Versatile coil tapped Rockfield® Select Wound CustomTM pickups
TonePros® locking bridge Amber MKPCAT
Walnut
Cherry Sunburst
Black Fade
MKPCWAL
MKPCCSB
MKPCBKF
Sinister, sleek, austere... The Patriot Black is all of these things and more! We've specified direct mounted Rockfield® Fat AssTM humbuckers to provide the Black with thick and articulate heavy tones. The Patriot Black's ebony fretboard and choice of any color as long as it's black, provide this monochromatic guitar with an attitude that is at once sophisticated and at the same time sinister.
Satin Black MKPBSBK
Sound check the Patriot Black www.PatriotBlack.com
Construction: Body: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls:
Set-neck Mahogany 1/2" Maple cap Mahogany Ebony 22 medium jumbo 243/4" TonePros® Grover® Rockfield® Fat AssTM 1 tone, 1 volume, 1 three-way toggle, coil tapped
Construction: Body: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Inlay: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls: Special:
Set-neck Mahogany Spalted maple or bubinga Mahogany Ebony 22 medium jumbo 243/4" Abalone block TonePros® Grover® Rockfield® SWCTM 1 tone, 1 volume, 1 three-way toggle, coil tapped Aged Celtic cross knobs
Gloss Black MKPBBK
Spalted Maple MKPLS
Bubinga
MKPLBB
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PATRIOT VICTORY
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White w/antiqued gold
Wine Red
MKPVWH
MKPVWR
The Patriot Victory is a homage to the classic 60s era cutaway electric guitars. The Victory’s deeply arched all mahogany body is carefully matched with a mahogany neck using a classic set-neck construction. Construction: Set-neck Body: Mahogany Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Frets: 22 medium jumbo Scale: 24 3/4" Inlay: Abalone block Bridge: Tune-o-matic Tuners: Grover® Pickups: Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM Controls: 2 tones, 2 volumes, 1 three-way toggle, coil tapped
Black w/antiqued silver MKPVBK
The Patriot Vintage not only has the soul of a collectible classic guitar, but we have given it the vintage look. The pristine solid black or pure white finish is contrasted with special distressed-look hardware. The pickups in this instant classic also exude a tonal quality usually only found on ancient pickups. The Patriot Vintage brings other classic attributes like set-neck construction, 24 ¾" scale, Grover® tuners and triple binding. Construction: Set-neck Body: Mahogany Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Frets: 22 medium jumbo Scale: 24 3/4" Inlay: Abalone block Bridge: Tune-o-matic Tuners: Grover® Pickups: Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM Controls: 2 tones, 2 volumes, 1 three-way toggle, coil tapped
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Construction: Body: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Inlay: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls: Special:
Set-neck Mahogany / " Maple cap Mahogany Ebony 22 medium jumbo 243/4" Abalone and pearl scroll TonePros® adjustable Grover® Rockfield® SWCTM 1 tone, 1 volume, 1 three-way toggle, coil tapped Etched pickup covers
Construction: Body: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Inlay: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls:
Set-neck Mahogany Mahogany Rosewood 22 medium jumbo 243/4" Abalone block Tune-o-matic Grover® Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM 2 tones, 2 volumes, 1 three-way toggle, coil tapped
Construction: Body: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Inlay: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls:
Set-neck Mahogany Mahogany Rosewood 22 medium jumbo 243/4" Dots Wrap around Grover® Michael Kelly P90-PlusTM 1 tone, 1 volume, 1 three-way toggle
Construction: Body: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Inlay: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls:
Set-neck Mahogany Flame Maple Mahogany Rosewood 22 medium jumbo 243/4" Phoenix flame TonePros® Grover® Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM 2 tones, 2 volumes, 1 three-way toggle, coil tapped
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Black Fade MKPGBKF
Satin Black MKPATSDWSBK
Sunburst MKPSSB
Lava Red MKPATPHXLRD
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PATRIOT DECREE Once again we've packaged all the desirable features you could want into a stage ready guitar. Set-neck construction, an arched top, mahogany body, a classic four knob layout and the ability to coil-tap its Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM humbuckers create warm tones with versatility. Add a distinctive fretboard inlay and your choice of five finishes to the tonal features and your next guitar rules by decree. Construction: Set-neck Body: Mahogany Neck: Mahogany Top: Flame or figured maple (except black) Fretboard: Rosewood Frets: 22 medium jumbo Scale: 243/4" Inlay: Points Bridge: TonePros® tune-o-matic Tuners: Grover® Pickups: Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM Controls: 2 tones, 2 volumes, 1 three-way toggle, coil tapped
Rosewood fretboard Set-neck construction Deeply arched top Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM pickups Tune-o-matic style bridge String-through the body design for increased string to body vibration transfer
Cherry Sunburst flame maple
Black MKPDBK
MKPDCSB
Honey Burst flame maple MKPDHB
Blood Red flame maple MKPDBRD
Black Vapor figured maple MKPDBKV
Floyd Rose® tremolos are available on two of the three Hex models
Hex The Hex features a flat top with a Michael Kelly twist - the upper and lower horns are carved like an arch top. This gives the Hex a truly custom aggressive look. Currently only the Hex is available with a Floyd Rose® tremolo. One of the most recognizable features unique to the Hex would be its six-in-line headstock.
Vex The Vex’s unique features include a beautifully arched top, an attractive three-over-three headstock and string through the body design.
Most Hex models feature a contoured "arm cut" for comfort
The Hex Deluxe is Michael Kelly's top of the line "flat top" guitar. Equipped with an Original Floyd Rose® tremolo, Grover® tuners and Rockfield® Black BettyTM pickups and a fast/flat neck profile, this stage ready guitar is ready to dominate!
The Hex Deluxe is equipped with new Rockfield® active Black BettyTM pickups
A feature that defines the Hex as a true Michael Kelly and sets it apart from the crowd is its striking carved upper and lower horns that provide this otherwise flat-topped guitar with distinctive custom looks
Black Vapor on figured maple HEXDBKV
Three-way toggle
Blood Red flame maple HEXDBRD
Construction: Body: Neck: Top: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Inlay: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls:
Black Wash flame maple HEXDBW
Set-through Mahogany Maple (fast/flat profile) Flame or figured maple Ebony 24 Medium jumbo 251/2" Pearl Floyd Rose® Original Grover® Rockfield® Black BettyTM 2 volumes, 1 tone, 1 three-way toggle
he Hex features a flat top with a T Michael Kelly twist - the upper and lower horns are carved like an arch top. This gives the Hex a truly custom aggressive look. One of the most recognizable features unique to the Hex would be its six-in-line headstock. Construction: Body: Neck: Top: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls: Special:
Black Wash
Bolt on Basswood Maple Flame maple (on black wash only) Rosewood 24 Medium jumbo 251/2" Floyd Rose® Original Die-cast Rockfield® MafiaTM 1 volume, 1 tone, 1 three-way toggle Reversed headstock Fast/flat neck profile Fully bound body
HEXXTBW
Black HEXXTBK
HEX XLT The Hex XLT features the distinctive Hex body shape and reverse headstock. It is equipped with a Floyd Rose® licensed tremolo and two Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM humbucker pickups. It has a rosewood fingerboard with a special "point" inlay design. The XLT features bolt on construction and sports Michael Kelly’s fast/flat neck contour. Construction: Bolt on Body: Basswood Neck: Maple Fretboard: Rosewood Frets: 24 Medium jumbo Scale: 251/2" Bridge: Licensed Floyd Rose® Locking Tremolo Tuners: Die-cast Pickups: Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM Controls: 1 volume, 1 tone, 1 three-way toggle Special: Reversed headstock Fast/flat neck profile
Black HEXXLTBK
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Satin Black Wash HEXXSBW
Black
VEXXBK
Tiger’s Eye flame maple VEXEXTE
Black Vapor figured maple VEXEXBKV
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Construction: Body: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Bridge: Tuners Pickups: Controls: Special:
Bolt on Basswood Flame maple Maple Rosewood 24 medium jumbo 251/2" Tune-o-matic Die-cast Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM 1 volume, 1 tone, 1 three-way toggle Fast/flat neck profile
Construction: Body: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Inlay: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls: Special:
Bolt on Basswood Maple Rosewood 24 medium jumbo 251/2" Special cross Tune-o-matic Die-cast Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM 1 volume, 1 tone, 1 three-way toggle Fast/flat neck profile
Construction: Body: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls: Special:
Bolt on Paulonia Flame or figured maple Maple Rosewood 24 medium jumbo 251/2" Tune-o-matic Grover® Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM 1 volume, 1 tone, 1 three-way toggle Fast/flat neck profile
The Vex Deluxe is equipped with all the same great features as the Vex NV with one exception. The Vex Deluxe is equipped with Rockfield® active Black TM Betty pickups. Construction: Set-through Body: Mahogany Neck: Mahogany Top: Figured maple (on blood red and black vapor) Fretboard: Ebony Frets: 24 medium jumbo Scale: 251/2" Inlay: Pearl and abalone Bridge: TonePros® tune-o-matic Tuners: Grover® Pickups: Rockfield® active Black BettyTM Controls: 2 volumes, 1 tone, 1 three-way toggle Special: Fast/flat neck profile
Blood Red flame maple VEXDBRD
Black
VEXDBK
Black Vapor figured maple VEXDBKV
All business... The Vex Verdict is a serious shredders dream! With a satin finished neck and low profile black looks, its statement is made sonically with Rockfield® MafiaTM pickups! Construction: Set-through Body: Mahogany Neck: Maple Fretboard: Ebony Frets: 24 medium jumbo Scale: 251/2" Inlay: Pearl and abalone Bridge: TonePros® tune-o-matic Tuners: Grover® Pickups: Rockfield® MafiaTM Controls: 1 volume, 1 tone, 1 three-way toggle Special: Satin finished neck Fast/flat neck profile
Black
VEXVBK
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Vex NV On top of the tone heap sits the Vex NV. The NV is equipped with a full serving of the tastiest features that will make you the "envy" of the crowd. Award winning Rockfield® MafiaTM humbuckers, set-through construction, mahogany body and an ebony fretboard contribute to the NV's growling tone. In the looks department, the NV is stunning! With full abalone and pearl binding and a deeply arched top, its high-end character is obvious. Come and get it! Construction: Set-through Body: Mahogany Neck: Mahogany Top: Figured maple (on blood red and black vapor) Fretboard: Ebony Frets: 24 medium jumbo Scale: 251/2" Inlay: Pearl and abalone Bridge: TonePros® tune-o-matic Tuners: Grover® Pickups: Rockfield® MafiaTM Controls: 1 tone, 1 volume, 1 three-way toggle Fast/flat neck profile for ripping leads Abalone and pearl inlay on an ebony fingerboard
Full abalone multi-ply binding on the body and headstock Deeply arched top in classic black or two figured maple colors Award winning Rockfield® MafiaTM pickups in the neck and bridge
Blood Red flame maple
Black VEXNVBK
VEXNVBRD
Black Vapor figured maple VEXNVBKV
Tiger's Eye Burst MKDPHXTGE
Spaltburst
MKVXSPB
With its stunning tiger’s eye sunburst finish and an exclusive Phoenix flame-inspired inlay, this is a guitar that you will be tempted to hang in a showcase, but won’t be able to resist playing. Construction: Set-neck Back: Flame maple Sides: Flame maple Top: Flame maple Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Frets: 22 medium jumbo Scale: 243/4" Bridge: Tune-o-matic Tuners: Grover® Super Rotomatics Pickups: Michael Kelly PAF-PlusTM Electronics: 2 tones, 2 volumes, 1 three-way toggle
Spalted Maple
The Valor X’s 251/2" scale is all business! Equipped with a fast 24 fret unpainted bolt on neck and Rockfield® MafiaTM humbuckers it’s ready to lay down your best blazing riffs. Construction: Bolt on Body: Mahogany Top: Spalted maple Neck: Maple unpainted Fretboard: Rosewood Frets: 24 medium jumbo Scale: 251/2" Bridge: Tune-o-matic Tuners: Grover® Pickups: Rockfield® MafiaTM Controls: 1 volume, 1 tone, 1 three-way toggle Special: Fast/flat neck profile Direct mounted pickups 17
Spalted Maple
MKVXS
MKHGLS
he Hourglass receives the Limited T treatment with a spalted maple top, Rockfield® SWCTM pickups, and a Wilkinson® tremolo! Construction: Body: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Controls:
Set-neck Mahogany Spalted maple Mahogany Rosewood 22 medium jumbo 243/4" Wilkinson® tremolo Grover® Rockfield® SWCTM 1 volume, 1 tone, 1 three-way toggle, coil tapped
If you’ve ever wished for screaming electric and sweet acoustic tones in one single guitar, the perfect blend is now possible with the Michael Kelly Hybrid Special. The Hybrid Special is the perfect stage and studio instrument because it instantly switches from full acoustic guitar tone to a ripping electric tone! Want more? The Hybrid Special can also BLEND both tones together creating endless variations of a two guitar attack! If you are performing live with a Hybrid Special or using one in the studio you will love its dual amp capabilities. When using the Y cable that is included, the Hybrid Special sends out a signal from the acoustic pickup to one amp and the electric signal to another. Nothing can reproduce an acoustic signal like a full range acoustic amp, so this feature can really enhance your performance. You can also run directly into two channels on a mixing board for live or studio applications that will allow you to tailor the sound and maximize each tone. Don’t have two amps or a mixing board? Don’t worry. When you use a standard guitar cable on the Hybrid Special, you get a single signal that you can plug into any amp. Construction: Body: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Frets: Scale: Bridge: Tuners: Pickups: Electronics:
Set-neck Carved and chambered mahogany Quilt maple or spalted maple Mahogany Rosewood 22 medium jumbo 243⁄4" Michael Kelly rosewood Grover® Rockfield® SWCTM, Fishman® under saddle Fishman® active PowerchipTM plus 1 tone, 1 volume, 1 push-pull pot
Magnetic pickup selector switch Rockfield® SWCTM pickups direct mounted, coil tapped
Magnetic pickup volume and push-pull pot for magnetic pickups
Acoustic pickup volume / blend Magnetic pickup tone control Acoustic / blend / magnetic selector switch
Spalted Maple MKHYSS
Spalted Burst MKHYSSPB
Quilt Honey Burst MKHYQHB
NOSTALGIATM F2
NOSTALGIATM F2C
NOSTALGIATM 2
NostalgiaTM F2, F2C and 2 come with a fitted hard case NostalgiaTM F2C equipped
Natural NF2
Natural NF2C
Natural N2
The NostalgiaTM F2 features a classic folk body design that provides a crisp, clear tone that is very balanced and defined. The slightly smaller body is comfortable to play and materials include a spruce top, rosewood fingerboard and high quality die-cast tuning machines. All these great features packed into a fitted hard shell case that is included make the Nostalgia F2 a must have. Construction: Dovetail Style: Folk Back: Mahogany Sides: Mahogany Top: Spruce Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly rosewood Tuners: Die-cast
The NostalgiaTM F2C, like its counterpart, is very comfortable to play and has a very balanced, crisp and clear acoustic tone. You will notice a stylish cutaway which adds better access to the upper frets. We didn’t stop there - the addition of the new Fishman® IonTM pre-amp system makes the Nostalgia F2C sound great amplified as well! Fitted hard shell case included. Construction: Dovetail Style: Folk Cutaway Back: Mahogany Sides: Mahogany Top: Spruce Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly rosewood Tuners: Die-cast Electronics: Fishman® IonTM pre amp
The Michael Kelly NostalgiaTM 2 model acoustic guitar is a great sounding fullsized dreadnaught guitar with a spruce top, rosewood fingerboard and high quality die-cast tuning machines. Comes with a fitted hard shell case. Construction: Dovetail Back: Mahogany Sides: Mahogany Top: Spruce Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly rosewood Tuners: Die-cast
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NOSTALGIATM 60SJCE It may be our first Jumbo, but the NostalgiaTM 60SJCE looks and sounds like we’ve been making them for a hundred years! With distinctive styling touches like flame maple back and sides and rosewood binding, the Nostalgia 60SJCE has a subtle elegance to it. Its solid top and big body help deliver crisp acoustic tones, while the Fishman® electronics deliver stage ready plugged in tones. Construction: Dovetail Back: Flame maple Sides: Flame maple Top: Solid spruce Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly rosewood Tuners: Grover® Electronics: Fishman® Classic 4TTM with built in tuner Special: Rosewood binding
Grover® tuners Rosewood fretboard Fishman® Classic 4TTM pre amp with built in tuner
Rosewood binding Abalone sound hole rosette
Flame maple back and sides
Michael Kelly rosewood bridge
Scalloped bracing (under top)
Solid spruce top
Natural
N60SJCE
NOSTALGIATM 10CE
Tobacco Sunburst
NOSTALGIATM 50S
Natural N10CE
Black
N10CEBK
N10CETSB
Natural N50S
The NostalgiaTM 10CE is equipped with a Michael Kelly AO3T 3-band pre amp with built in tuner.
One of our best traditional dreadnaughts, the NostalgiaTM 50S is highlighted by its gorgeous 3-piece Indian rosewood back, but the features don’t stop there. A solid Sitka spruce top gives the Nostalgia 50S booming traditional tone. Construction: Dovetail neck joint Back: 3-piece East Indian rosewood Sides: East Indian rosewood Top: Solid Sitka spruce Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly ebony Tuners: Grover® Butter Bean
The NostalgiaTM 10CE is for those who want a full sized dreadnaught cutaway. The Nostalgia 10CE is stage ready, equipped with a Michael Kelly AO3T 3-band EQ and built in tuner. Construction: Dovetail Back: Mahogany Sides: Mahogany Top: Spruce Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly rosewood Tuners: Die-cast Electronics: Michael Kelly AO3T 3-band with built in tuner
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Personalized Performances The ultimate custom guitar, this is how you will describe the Michael Kelly VisionaryTM model guitars. What makes these true custom guitars is the ability to customize their performance to your preferences. This is possible thanks to the patented Variable Set NeckTM. This allows you to adjust the action (string height) to the precise height that you prefer with a simple turn of a hex key inserted in the back of the guitar. In addition to delivering a custom feel, the Variable Set allows the instrument’s top to vibrate freely by eliminating the muting created by the fingerboard traditionally being affixed to the top.
Raise your action - turn a key - lower your action Sound check the Visionary Acoustic Series www.VisionaryAG.com
VISIONARYTM 45
VISIONARYTM 5
NAMM® University Best In Show The NAMM® Show 2008
Natural V45FN
Suede
Natural
V45FSU
V5
Mark it down and take note - the VisionaryTM 5 is the perfect first guitar. How can we make this claim? Simple! The Visionary 5 is equipped with our Variable Set NeckTM that adjusts the guitar’s action with the simple turn of a hex key. A beginner can easily adjust the action very low until they build up calluses and finger strength. The best part? All these features are packed in a very affordable dreadnaught. Construction: Variable Set NeckTM Back: Mahogany Sides: Mahogany Top: Spruce Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly rosewood Tuners: Die-cast
The VisionaryTM 45 brings attractive flame maple construction to a full sized dreadnaught. Wood binding and an abalone sound hole rosette make this a visually distinctive guitar. Designed after one of our best selling models, we added the Variable Set NeckTM to make the Visionary 45 a complete player’s package. Construction: Variable Set NeckTM Back: Flame maple Sides: Flame maple Top: Flame maple Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly rosewood Tuners: Die-cast Special: Wood binding, abalone rosette
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VISIONARYTM 65SP Advanced features such as the Variable Set NeckTM that adjusts your action with the simple turn of a hex key and the Zero End PinTM bridge that increases pressure on the saddle for better tone make the VisionaryTM 65SP revolutionary! Classic features like a solid Engleman spruce top and a stunning 3-piece back finish off what should be your next acoustic guitar.
Satin finished solid Engleman spruce top for better tone
Michael Kelly Zero End PinTM bridge allows easier stringing and greater string break resulting in increased pressure on the saddle for better tone
Scalloped bracing
Natural
Satin top, neck and headstock gloss sides and back
V65SP
Construction: Back: Sides: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Bridge: Tuners: Special:
Variable Set NeckTM 3-Piece back quilt maple w/ovangkol Quilt maple Solid Engleman spruce Mahogany Ebony Michael Kelly ebony Zero End PinTM Grover® with Ebonite buttons Abalone heel
Grover® tuners with Ebonite buttons Ebony truss rod cover
Abalone and pearl "V" inlay
Satin finished neck
Variable Set NeckTM construction allows a player to dial in a customized action setting with the simple turn of a hex key
Abalone sound hole rosette
Quilt maple sides with a 3-piece back of quilt maple and ovangkol trimmed in abalone
Sound check the Visionary Acoustic Series www.VisionaryAG.com
VISIONARYTM 35FCE flame maple top highlights the A VisionaryTM 35FCE. But its most impressive feature is its Variable Set NeckTM that adjusts action to a custom height with the simple turn of a hex key! A Michael Kelly AO3T 3-band pre amp with built in tuner is added for reliable plugged in tone. Construction: Variable Set NeckTM Back: Mahogany Sides: Mahogany Top: Flame maple Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly rosewood Tuners: Die-cast Electronics: Michael Kelly AO3T with built in tuner
Black Fade
V35FCEBKF
Sunburst
V35FCESB
Sound check the Visionary Acoustic Series www.VisionaryAG.com
VISIONARY 55FCE TM
We loaded this cutaway with all the features you would want to look and sound amazing! Flame maple top back and sides, our most unique finishes and full abalone binding make a visual statement. Advanced features such as the Variable Set NeckTM that adjusts your action with the simple turn of a hex key and the Zero End PinTM bridge that increases pressure on the saddle for better tone make the TM Visionary 55FCE an incredible guitar! Construction: Variable Set NeckTM Back: Flame maple Sides: Flame maple Top: Flame maple Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Ebony Bridge: Michael Kelly ebony Zero End PinTM Tuners: Die-cast Electronics: Fishman® Classic 4TTM 3-band EQ Special: Abalone binding and sound hole rosette
Tiger’s Eye V55FCETE
Black Fade
V55FCEBKF
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VISIONARYTM 15CE The VisionaryTM 15CE is decked out in abalone binding on the body and headstock along with a matching sound hole rosette. If that wasn’t enough, we’ve also added our stage ready Michael Kelly AO3T pre amp with built in tuner. The most important feature of all has to be the addition of our Variable Set NeckTM that allows a player to dial in a customized action setting with the simple turn of a hex key. The Visionary 15CE delivers great tone, big looks and amazing versatility! Construction: Variable Set NeckTM Back: Mahogany Sides: Mahogany Top: Spruce on black, cedar on natural Neck: Mahogany Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly rosewood Tuners: Die-cast Electronics: Michael Kelly AO3T 3-band EQ with built in tuner Special: Abalone binding and sound hole rosette
Rosewood fretboard
Variable Set NeckTM construction allows a player to dial in a customized action setting with the simple turn of a hex key
Michael Kelly AO3T pre amp 3-band with built in tuner
Abalone sound hole rosette
Michael Kelly rosewood bridge Abalone multi-ply binding on body and headstock
Natural cedar top V15CE
Gloss Black V15CEBK
VISIONARYTM 85CE The new top of the line Michael Kelly VisionaryTM 85 series of acoustic guitars is very special. Choose from a solid cedar or solid spruce top. The back and sides are solid rosewood for amazing rich tone. It features the Variable Set NeckTM this patented design allows you to adjust the neck's height meaning you can adjust the action on your guitar with a simple turn of a hex key! The 85 also features a distinctive fully adjustable bridge the Michael Kelly 2-Piece VisionaryTM Bridge which provides for exact intonation. Construction: Style: Back: Sides: Top: Neck: Fretboard: Bridge: Tuners: Electronics:
Variable Set NeckTM Cutaway Rosewood Rosewood Cedar - V85CCE Spruce - V85SCE Mahogany Ebony with white pinstripe Rosewood Michael Kelly 2-Piece VisionaryTM Bridge Die-cast Fishman® AeroTM with built in tuner Ebony fretboard with white pinstripe Variable Set NeckTM construction allows a player to dial in a customized action setting with the simple turn of a hex key Fishman® AeroTM pre amp 3-band with built in tuner Abalone sound hole rosette Real wood and multi-ply binding
Rosewood back and sides Rosewood Michael Kelly 2-Piece VisionaryTM Bridge Solid cedar top
Natural
V85CCE
Natural
V85SCE
VISIONARYTM AB4 The VisionaryTM Acoustic Bass follows in the footsteps of the innovative Visionary acoustic guitars. Included is our Variable Set NeckTM that can instantly change string height for customized action with the simple turn of a hex key that's inserted into the back of the bass. You'll also say goodbye to slipping and broken end pins with Michael Kelly's Zero End PinTM bridge. String changes are easier and the increased string pressure on the bridge enhances this beautiful acoustic's tone. Construction: Variable Set NeckTM Back/sides: Figured maple Top: Figured maple Neck: Mahogany Scale: 34" Fretboard: Rosewood Bridge: Michael Kelly Zero End PinTM Tuners: Grover® Electronics: Fishman® MKAB pre amp optimized for acoustic bass frequencies
Variable Set NeckTM easily customizes string height
Fishman® MKAB pre amp optimized for acoustic bass frequencies
Abalone sound hole rosette Zero End PinTM bridge eliminates broken and slipping pins and enhances tone thanks to increased string pressure
Black Fade
Brown Burst
MKVAB4BKF
MKVAB4BB
our Club Custom will surely capture the Y crowd’s eye with its highly figured burled ash body and pearl and abalone club inlay. It’s also guaranteed to please the crowd’s ear with its warm and booming tone created in part from the solid cedar top and its Fishman® MKAB pre amp. Construction: Back/sides: Top: Neck: Bracing: Fretboard: Inlay: Tuners: Electronics: Special:
Gloss Natural 4-string: MKCC4N
Dovetail Figured ash Solid cedar Mahogany Standard Rosewood Abalone and pearl Club w/mini dots Grover® Fishman® MKAB pre amp Wood binding
Fishman® MKAB pre amp
Gloss Natural 5-string: MKCC5N
Club series inlay
Our top of the line acoustic bass is the Club Deluxe. We've added our Variable Set NeckTM for quick and easy custom action adjustment. Its solid rosewood back, solid cedar top and scalloped bracing create an acoustically superior tone that pours like melted butter out of its new uniquely profiled body. With the Fishman® MKAB pre amp, you’ll be sure to project every bit of the Club’s acoustic nuances when you decide to plug in. Construction: Back: Sides: Top: Neck: Bracing: Fretboard: Inlay: Tuners: Electronics: Special:
Satin Natural 4-string: MKCD4SN
Variable Set NeckTM Solid rosewood Rosewood Solid cedar Mahogany Scalloped Rosewood Abalone and pearl Club w/mini dots Grover® Fishman® MKAB pre amp Variable Set NeckTM Wood binding
Satin Natural 5-string: MKCD5SN
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While other makers produce over-sized guitars with 4 strings and call them acoustic basses, Michael Kelly builds great acoustic basses designed from scratch for bass players. The Firefly is an affordable bass that provides great acoustic bass performance. Construction: Dovetail Back/sides: Flame maple Top: Spruce Neck: Mahogany Scale: 34" Bracing: Standard Fretboard: Rosewood Inlay: Abalone and pearl Firefly w/mini dots Tuners: Die-cast Electronics: Shadow LC3 pre amp Special: Wood binding
Transparent Black
4-string: MKFF4TBK
Natural 4-string: MKFF4N 5-string: MKFF5N
Sunburst 4-string: MKFF4SB
For the last four years the Michael Kelly's Dragonfly has been the most in-demand acoustic bass on the market. The current version (the third edition) has important upgrades. Now you get the Fishman® MKAB system, the first pre amp optimized for acoustic basses. Other upgrades on the Dragonfly III include hand scalloped bracing and a double adjustable truss rod. Of course you also get an amazing looking vine and Dragonfly accented inlay that adorns the fingerboard. It is made from real abalone and pearl for the ultimate in instrument extravagance. Select from 4 and 5 string, fretted and fretless. Club Custom’s Burled Ash Back Construction: Dovetail Back/sides: Quilt maple Top: Quilt maple Neck: Mahogany Scale: 34" Bracing: Scalloped Fretboard: Rosewood Inlay: Abalone and pearl dragonfly vine Tuners: Grover® Electronics: Fishman® MKAB pre amp optimized for acoustic bass frequencies
Transparent Black
4-string: MKDF4TBK 5-string: MKDFTBK
Transparent Black
4-fretless: MKDF4FLTBK 5-fretless: MKDF5FLTBK
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