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New Michael Kelly Guitars Dragonfly Basses for NAMM 2020
Michael Kelly Guitars Announces New Dragonfly 4 Forte Port Java Ebony and Dragonfly 5 Forte Port Java Ebony Acoustic/Electric Basses
Michael Kelly Guitars, the “boutique within reach” guitar brand, is set to release the Dragonfly 4 Port Java Ebony and Dragonfly 5 Port Java Ebony acoustic/electric basses to the world at NAMM 2020. These newly-designed models are the latest additions to the popular Dragonfly acoustic bass guitar line and includes Michael Kelly’s exclusive offset soundhole and sideport Port Technology with integrated Fishman® electronics. The Dragonfly 4 Forte Port Java Ebony (MAP $599.99) and Dragonfly 5 Forte Port Java Ebony (MAP $649.99) are available for sale now via michaelkellyguitars.com and Michael Kelly’s growing authorized dealer network.
Dragonfly 4 Forte Port Java Ebony and Dragonfly 5 Forte Port Java Ebony acoustic basses offer striking good looks and a rich bass tone, perfect for gigs, worship services and campfire jams. The signature Abalone and Pearl dragonfly inlay are eye-catching and distinctive. The Java Ebony top and body pair with the 34” scale length for each instrument bring warmth and body to each song. The Fishman Presys + Bass™ electronics for each instrument offers plugin and play in any situation. The Standard C neck profile is comfortable and familiar to today’s players.
Dragonfly 4 Forte Port Java Ebony Product Specifications
BODY
- Top: Macasar Ebony
- Back Material: Macasar Ebony
- Side Material: Macasar Ebony
- Construction: Dovetail
NECK
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Ovangkol
- Number of Frets: 22
- Inlays: Dragonfly Abalone and Pearloid
- Scale Length: 34″ (863.6mm)
- Truss Rod Type: Dual Action
- Neck Profile: Standard C
- Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
- Nut Type: Synthetic Bone
- Nut Width: 43mm
- Strings: D’Addario EXPPBB170 Coated Phosphor Bronze Acoustic, Long Scale, 45-100
ELECTRONICS
- Electronics: Fishman Presys+ Bass w/Sonicore pickup and Endpin Jack
HARDWARE
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
- Tuning Keys: MK Diecast
- Bridge Type: Ovangkol / MK Zero Pin
CASES
- Gig Bag: Available
Dragonfly 5 Forte Port Java Ebony Product Specifications
BODY
- Top: Macasar Ebony
- Back Material: Macasar Ebony
- Side Material: Macasar Ebony
NECK
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Ovangkol
- Number of Frets: 22
- Inlays: Dragonfly Abalone and Pearloid
- Scale Length: 34” (863.6mm)
- Truss Rod Type: Dual Action
- Neck Profile: Standard C
- Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
- Nut Type: Synthetic Bone
- Nut Width: 45mm
- Strings: EXPPBB170-5 Coated Phosphor Bronze Acoustic 5-String, Long Scale, 45-130
ELECTRONICS
- Electronics: Fishman Presys+ Bass w/Sonicore pickup and Endpin Jack
HARDWARE
- Hardware Finish: Black
- Tuning Keys: MK Diecast
- Bridge Type: Ovangkol / MK Zero Pin
CASES
- Gig Bag: Available for both models.
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