{"product_id":"patriot-decree-sb-lefty-faded-black-michael-kelly-guitars-stringed-instruments","title":"Patriot Decree SB Lefty Faded Black Michael Kelly Guitars Stringed Instruments","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMichael Kelly Patriot Decree SB Lefty Faded Black Electric Guitar\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for left-handed players. Lightweight slim-body construction. Dual Rockfield humbuckers. Eight pickup configurations. A modern single-cut electric guitar designed for comfort, versatility and expressive performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michael Kelly Patriot Decree SB Lefty Faded Black is a \u003cstrong\u003eleft-handed solid-body electric guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for musicians who want the visual presence of a single-cut instrument without unnecessary body weight—and considerably more tonal flexibility than a conventional dual-humbucker setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt specifically for \u003cstrong\u003eleft-handed guitarists\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Patriot Decree SB combines a slim mahogany body with an exotic sungkai top and an understated \u003cstrong\u003eFaded Black open-pore satin finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-pore treatment allows the natural texture of the wood to remain part of the guitar's appearance, creating an organic alternative to a traditional high-gloss black finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderneath that distinctive exterior is Michael Kelly's \u003cstrong\u003eGreat 8 Mod\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo Rockfield SWC humbuckers provide the foundation, while two individual mini-toggle coil-split switches and a traditional 3-way pickup selector provide access to \u003cstrong\u003eeight pickup configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat means one left-handed guitar can move between full humbucker sounds and additional split-coil textures without requiring a complicated control system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a set-in mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard, Modern C profile, 22 medium-jumbo frets, 24.75\" scale, contoured heel, Tune-O-Matic bridge, string-through-body construction and Grover tuners, and the Patriot Decree SB Lefty becomes a versatile instrument for rock, blues, alternative, pop, worship, recording, rehearsal and live performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Does the Michael Kelly Patriot Decree SB Lefty Work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB Lefty is a solid-body electric guitar designed specifically for left-handed playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you pick or strum a string:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrings Vibrate → Magnetic Pickups Capture the Vibrations → Guitar Electronics Route the Signal → Amplifier Produces the Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pickups convert the movement of the strings into an electrical signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat signal can then be sent to compatible:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitar amplifiers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePedalboards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffects processors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModeling systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudio interfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this guitar especially versatile is the way its two humbuckers can be configured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned Specifically for Left-Handed Guitarists\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't simply a right-handed guitar description with \"lefty\" added to the title.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB Lefty is the \u003cstrong\u003eleft-handed version of Michael Kelly's slim-body Patriot platform\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat makes it particularly valuable for left-handed musicians who frequently have fewer finish, electronics and construction options available when shopping for an electric guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controls, body orientation, cutaway and playing layout are configured for left-handed use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a left-handed guitarist looking for a modern single-cut instrument with expanded electronics, this model offers considerably more than a basic reversed design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat 8 Mod – Eight Pickup Configurations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the defining features of the Patriot Decree SB Lefty is Michael Kelly's \u003cstrong\u003eGreat 8 Mod\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe electronics combine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Rockfield SWC Humbuckers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Traditional 3-Way Pickup Selector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Individual Coil-Split Mini-Toggle Switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, they provide access to \u003cstrong\u003eeight different pickup configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows the player to move between full humbucker operation and additional split-coil textures directly from the guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat flexibility can be particularly useful for musicians who need one instrument to cover multiple sounds during the same rehearsal, performance or recording session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Coil Splitting?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA humbucker uses two coils working together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoil splitting allows one of those coils to be removed from the active signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn simple terms:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Humbucker → Both Coils Active\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSplit Configuration → One Coil Active\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a different tonal response from the full humbucker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA split humbucker isn't necessarily identical in sound to every purpose-built traditional single-coil pickup, but it provides an additional tonal character from the same guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause each Rockfield humbucker has its own mini-toggle, the Patriot Decree SB gives you multiple ways to combine the pickups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRockfield SWC Humbuckers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB Lefty features \u003cstrong\u003etwo Rockfield SWC humbuckers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pickups provide the guitar's primary electric voices and can accommodate a broad range of musical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the full humbuckers for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternative\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriven rhythm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead guitar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary music\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen use the coil-split switches when you want a different response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expanded electronic architecture gives the guitar considerably more flexibility than a conventional two-humbucker setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSlim, Lightweight Body Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the biggest practical advantages of the Patriot Decree SB is its \u003cstrong\u003eslim-body architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle-cut guitars can sometimes become physically substantial instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SB takes a different approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts thinner body reduces unnecessary bulk while maintaining the appearance and playing range of a full-size electric guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat can be especially valuable during:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong rehearsals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-set performances\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorship services\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording sessions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheater productions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTouring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtended practice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a player standing with a guitar for several hours, reduced body bulk can make a meaningful difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMahogany Body\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB Lefty uses a \u003cstrong\u003emahogany body\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMahogany is widely used in electric-guitar construction and provides the foundation underneath the guitar's sungkai top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slim construction helps keep the SB design relatively lightweight compared with many traditional full-thickness single-cut guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExotic Sungkai Top\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mahogany body is paired with a \u003cstrong\u003esungkai top\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this model uses an open-pore finish, the wood itself becomes an important part of the visual presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than completely hiding the surface beneath a thick opaque treatment, the Faded Black finish allows the natural wood texture to remain visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFaded Black Open-Pore Satin Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFaded Black Open Pore finish\u003c\/strong\u003e gives this left-handed Patriot Decree SB a dark, understated appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than creating the mirror-like surface of a conventional high-gloss black guitar, the open-pore satin treatment allows more of the natural texture of the wood to remain part of the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDark without looking generic.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModern without being overly glossy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderstated while still showing natural wood character.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause wood is a natural material, individual grain patterns and visual characteristics can vary between instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose variations are part of the character of an open-pore guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSet-In Mahogany Neck\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB Lefty uses a \u003cstrong\u003eset-in mahogany neck\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than attaching the neck with a traditional bolt-on joint, the neck is permanently joined to the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar also incorporates a \u003cstrong\u003econtoured heel\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to make it easier for the player's fretting hand to move toward the upper register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModern C Neck Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mahogany neck features Michael Kelly's \u003cstrong\u003eModern C profile\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe familiar C-shaped contour provides a versatile platform for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChords\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRhythm guitar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead playing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues phrasing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternative music\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary playing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudio work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's designed to accommodate a wide range of techniques rather than forcing the guitar into one specialized playing style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEbony Fingerboard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB Lefty features an \u003cstrong\u003eebony fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts dark appearance works especially well with the Faded Black finish while providing a smooth playing surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fingerboard uses a \u003cstrong\u003e12\" radius\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a versatile platform for both chord work and lead playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e22 Medium-Jumbo Frets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar features \u003cstrong\u003e22 medium-jumbo frets\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides a practical playing range for both rhythm and lead guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-jumbo frets accommodate techniques including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eString bending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrato\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHammer-ons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePull-offs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChord work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead passages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the contoured heel, the design provides useful access to the upper portion of the fingerboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e24.75\" Scale Length\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB uses a:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e24.75\" \/ 628mm scale length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis scale length contributes to the guitar's playing feel and string response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers coming from longer-scale instruments may notice a different tension characteristic, particularly during bends and lead work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e43mm Nut Width\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar features a:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e43mm nut width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides familiar string spacing for a full-size six-string electric guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDual-Action Truss Rod\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003edual-action truss rod\u003c\/strong\u003e provides adjustment capability for neck relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows a qualified technician to make appropriate adjustments as part of a professional setup and ongoing instrument maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTune-O-Matic Bridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB Lefty uses a \u003cstrong\u003eTune-O-Matic bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fixed bridge provides individual intonation adjustment and works with the guitar's string-through-body architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bridge can be properly adjusted as part of a professional setup to optimize action and intonation for the player's preferred strings and playing style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eString-Through-Body Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strings anchor through the body rather than terminating at a conventional separate tailpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTune-O-Matic Bridge + String-Through Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ecreates a straightforward fixed-bridge platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor players who don't require a tremolo system, the simplicity of a fixed bridge can be especially appealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrover Tuning Machines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB Lefty features \u003cstrong\u003eGrover tuning machines\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReliable tuning hardware is an important part of any performance-oriented instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tuning machines work together with the nut and bridge to provide precise individual string adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eD'Addario Strings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB platform is factory specified with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eD'Addario EXL120 .009–.042 strings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis light electric-guitar gauge provides a versatile starting point for both rhythm and lead playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers can later select another compatible string gauge based on personal preference and appropriate setup requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat for Left-Handed Rock Guitarists\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of dual humbuckers and coil splitting gives left-handed rock players an unusually versatile platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse full humbuckers for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriven rhythm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower chords\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead guitar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher-gain sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen move into split configurations when you want a different texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne guitar can cover considerably more ground during a live set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat for Blues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues guitarists frequently rely on pickup selection and playing dynamics to shape their sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Great 8 Mod provides additional tonal options directly from the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a fuller humbucker configuration for thicker lead passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMove to another pickup combination for rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSplit a pickup when you want a different attack and response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat for Alternative \u0026amp; Contemporary Music\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern guitar rigs often combine the guitar with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverdrive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReverb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmp modeling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-effects processors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB's multiple pickup configurations give players several different starting points before the signal even reaches the effects chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat for Worship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern worship guitarists frequently move through several tonal roles during a single performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean 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Switching:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 x Coil-Split Mini-Toggles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics Mod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great 8 Mod\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePickup Configurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tune-O-Matic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eString Anchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e String-Through Body\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrome\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuning Machines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Strings:\u003c\/strong\u003e D'Addario EXL120 .009–.042\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e MKPSOBBERAL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 809164027812\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rock, blues, alternative, pop, worship, rehearsal, live performance and recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is the Michael Kelly Patriot Decree SB Lefty For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeft-Handed Guitarists\u003c\/strong\u003e — A purpose-built left-handed configuration with modern electronics and performance-oriented construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRock Players\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dual humbuckers provide a strong foundation for driven rhythm and lead guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlues Guitarists\u003c\/strong\u003e — Great 8 switching provides multiple tonal configurations for rhythm and lead work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGigging Musicians\u003c\/strong\u003e — The slim, lightweight body can make long performances more comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorship Guitarists\u003c\/strong\u003e — Eight pickup configurations provide useful starting points for clean, ambient and driven effects rigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative \u0026amp; Contemporary Players\u003c\/strong\u003e — The expanded switching works well for guitarists building sounds around pedals, effects and amp modeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudio Musicians\u003c\/strong\u003e — Multiple pickup configurations allow one instrument to create contrasting guitar layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlayers Who Prefer Fixed Bridges\u003c\/strong\u003e — The Tune-O-Matic and string-through architecture provides a straightforward fixed-bridge platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeft-Handed Players Who Want More Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rather than settling for a basic left-handed version of a standard guitar, the Patriot Decree SB provides expanded electronics and distinctive construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Michael Kelly Patriot Decree SB available for left-handed players?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This model is specifically configured as a left-handed electric guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a true left-handed guitar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Patriot Decree SB Lefty is designed for left-handed playing rather than simply being a right-handed guitar marketed toward left-handed players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Michael Kelly Patriot Decree SB Lefty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a slim-body left-handed electric guitar featuring a mahogany body, sungkai top, set-in mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard and dual Rockfield humbuckers with Great 8 switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does SB mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSB refers to the guitar's Slim Body design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the guitar lightweight?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMichael Kelly specifically describes the Patriot Decree SB platform as using a thin, lightweight body design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is an open-pore finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn open-pore finish allows more of the natural texture of the wood to remain visible and tactile rather than completely filling the grain beneath a thick gloss treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Great 8 Mod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Great 8 Mod combines two humbuckers, a 3-way pickup selector and individual coil-split switches to provide eight pickup configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many pickups does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo Rockfield SWC humbuckers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan both humbuckers be coil split?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Each pickup has an individual coil-split mini-toggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes a split humbucker sound exactly like a traditional single-coil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot necessarily. A split humbucker uses one coil from the existing humbucker, so its response can differ from a purpose-built single-coil pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many pickup configurations are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the body made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMahogany with a sungkai top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the neck made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMahogany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the fingerboard made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEbony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the fingerboard radius?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12 inches \/ 305mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many frets does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e22 medium-jumbo frets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the scale length?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e24.75 inches \/ 628mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat bridge does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Tune-O-Matic bridge with string-through-body construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it have a tremolo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It uses a fixed bridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tuning machines are installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrover tuning machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat strings come installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe current specification lists D'Addario EXL120 .009–.042 electric-guitar strings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for recording?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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