{"product_id":"patriot-decree-sb-open-pore-faded-black-michael-kelly-guitars-stringed-instruments","title":"Patriot Decree SB Open Pore Faded Black Michael Kelly Guitars Stringed Instruments","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMichael Kelly Patriot Decree SB Open Pore Faded Black Electric Guitar\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThin, lightweight construction. Open-pore Faded Black styling. Dual humbuckers with eight tonal combinations. A modern single-cut electric guitar built for versatility, comfort and expressive performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michael Kelly Patriot Decree SB Open Pore Faded Black is a distinctive \u003cstrong\u003esingle-cutaway electric guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for players who want substantial tonal flexibility without the bulk of a traditional full-thickness body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts slim, lightweight design pairs a \u003cstrong\u003emahogany body with an exotic sungkai top\u003c\/strong\u003e, finished in an eye-catching open-pore Faded Black treatment that allows the natural texture of the wood to remain an important part of the instrument's appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderneath that understated finish is a highly versatile electronics package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo \u003cstrong\u003eRockfield Select Wound Custom humbuckers\u003c\/strong\u003e provide the foundation, while Michael Kelly's \u003cstrong\u003eGreat 8 Mod\u003c\/strong\u003e adds individual coil-split switching for each pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the traditional 3-way pickup selector, the system gives you access to \u003cstrong\u003eeight distinct pickup combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e from one guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a set-in mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard, 22 medium-jumbo frets, Modern C neck profile, contoured heel, Tune-O-Matic bridge, string-through-body construction and Grover tuners, and the Patriot Decree SB becomes a compelling platform for rock, blues, alternative, pop, worship, studio work and live performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Does the Michael Kelly Patriot Decree SB Work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB is a solid-body electric guitar.\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 two humbuckers convert string vibration into an electrical signal that can be sent to a compatible guitar amplifier, effects processor, pedalboard, modeling system or recording interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the Patriot Decree SB especially interesting is the \u003cstrong\u003eGreat 8 Mod\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of limiting each humbucker to its normal full-coil sound, individual mini-toggle switches allow the pickups to be coil split.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives the guitarist a broader range of sounds without requiring additional guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat 8 Mod – Eight Tonal Possibilities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout features of the Patriot Decree SB is Michael Kelly's \u003cstrong\u003eGreat 8 Mod\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar uses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Rockfield 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 Mini-Toggle Coil-Split Switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these controls provide access to eight pickup configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat means you can move between fuller humbucker sounds and leaner split-coil textures directly from the guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor musicians who regularly move between clean and driven sounds, rhythm and lead parts, or different musical styles, this expanded switching can make the instrument substantially more versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Coil Splitting?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional humbucker uses two coils working together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoil splitting changes the pickup configuration by deactivating one of those coils.\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\u003eCoil Split → One Coil Active\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting sound is different from the full humbucker configuration and gives the player another tonal option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does not magically turn a humbucker into an entirely different pickup design, but it does significantly expand the sounds available from the guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith independent switching for both pickups, the Patriot Decree SB lets you mix and match those configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRockfield Select Wound Custom Humbuckers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB uses \u003cstrong\u003etwo Rockfield Select Wound Custom humbuckers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumbuckers are commonly chosen for their fuller output and noise-canceling design compared with conventional single-coil architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can work especially well 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\u003ePop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorship\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\u003eStudio recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Great 8 switching then expands that foundation by providing access to additional split-coil textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThin, Lightweight Body 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top\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top becomes particularly important visually because of the guitar's open-pore finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than completely covering the surface beneath a heavy opaque treatment, the open-pore presentation allows the natural texture and character of the wood to contribute to the appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFaded Black Open-Pore Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFaded Black Open Pore finish\u003c\/strong\u003e gives this Patriot Decree SB an understated, modern aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than creating the ultra-smooth appearance of a heavy gloss finish, the open-pore treatment allows more of the natural wood texture to remain visible and tactile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result feels more organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore understated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd distinctly different from a conventional gloss-black electric 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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 playing\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\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 styles\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\u003eIt's designed to feel comfortable across a broad range of playing techniques rather than forcing the instrument into one specialized style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEbony Fingerboard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB features an \u003cstrong\u003eebony fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbony provides a smooth playing surface and visually complements the dark Faded Black finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the mahogany neck and understated body treatment, it helps give the guitar a cohesive premium appearance.\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\u003eMedium-jumbo frets provide a practical balance for both chord work and lead playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey accommodate techniques such as:\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\u003eLead passages\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\u003eSlides\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contoured neck heel also helps make the upper portion of the fingerboard easier to reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTune-O-Matic Bridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB uses a \u003cstrong\u003eTune-O-Matic bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis familiar bridge design provides individual intonation adjustment and works with the guitar's string-through-body architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper bridge adjustment allows a qualified technician to optimize intonation and action as part of a complete guitar setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eString-Through-Body Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of terminating at a separate tailpiece, the strings pass through the guitar's body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates a clean bridge area while securely anchoring the strings.\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\u003eprovides a straightforward, fixed-bridge platform without the additional complexity of a tremolo system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrover Tuners\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB features \u003cstrong\u003eGrover tuning machines\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReliable tuning hardware is an important part of any performance instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach machine allows precise adjustment of an individual string and works with the nut and bridge to maintain the guitar's setup and tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat for Rock\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dual-humbucker configuration gives the Patriot Decree SB a strong foundation for rock guitar.\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 engage the coil-split options when you want a different texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives one guitar considerably more flexibility across a set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat for Blues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlues players frequently use pickup selection and playing dynamics to shape their sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Great 8 Mod gives you additional ways to change the guitar's response directly from the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse fuller humbucker sounds for thicker leads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch configurations for cleaner rhythm passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperiment with neck and bridge combinations to find the response that works best with your amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreat for Worship \u0026amp; Contemporary Music\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern worship guitarists often move through several tonal environments during a single performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmbient effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriven rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Patriot Decree SB's eight pickup configurations provide a versatile foundation for pedal-heavy and effects-based rigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExcellent for Recording\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Great 8 Mod can be especially useful in the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of immediately changing guitars when recording another layer, change the pickup configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecord one rhythm part using full humbuckers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a split configuration for the second layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry another pickup selection for melodic passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tonal differences can help individual guitar tracks occupy different spaces within a mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Long Playing Sessions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slim, lightweight body is more than a visual design decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor musicians who play:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple sets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong rehearsals\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 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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\u003eTuning Machines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrome\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e MKPSOBBERA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 809164027805\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistributor Inventory:\u003c\/strong\u003e HL 1341909\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rock, blues, alternative, pop, worship, live performance, rehearsal and recording\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is the Michael Kelly Patriot Decree SB For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRock Guitarists\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dual humbuckers provide a strong foundation for driven rhythm and lead playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlues Players\u003c\/strong\u003e — Great 8 switching provides multiple pickup configurations for changing tonal character throughout a performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGigging Musicians\u003c\/strong\u003e — The slim, lightweight body can be particularly valuable during longer sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorship Guitarists\u003c\/strong\u003e — Expanded pickup options provide a versatile foundation for clean, ambient and driven sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudio Musicians\u003c\/strong\u003e — Eight pickup configurations make it easier to create contrasting guitar layers from a single instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlayers Who Prefer Fixed Bridges\u003c\/strong\u003e — The Tune-O-Matic and string-through-body design provides a straightforward platform without a tremolo system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlayers Who Want Humbuckers \u0026amp; Split-Coil Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — The Great 8 Mod gives you both full humbucker operation and additional split-coil configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlayers Who Appreciate Natural Wood Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e — The Faded Black open-pore finish gives the guitar a distinctly different appearance from a conventional gloss-black instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Michael Kelly Patriot Decree SB Open Pore?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a slim-body, single-cutaway electric guitar featuring a mahogany body, sungkai top, set-in mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard and dual Rockfield humbuckers with Michael Kelly's Great 8 switching system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does SB mean on the Patriot Decree?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe SB version is built around a slimmer, lightweight body design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is an open-pore guitar 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 and covering the grain beneath a heavy 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 selector and individual coil-split switches to provide eight available pickup configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many pickups does the Patriot Decree SB have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo Rockfield Select Wound Custom humbuckers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the pickups be coil split?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Each humbucker has an individual mini-toggle coil-split switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does coil splitting do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoil splitting deactivates one coil of a humbucker, creating an additional tonal option with a different response from the full two-coil humbucker configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes coil splitting make it exactly the same as a traditional single-coil pickup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot necessarily. 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Its eight pickup configurations provide several tonal options for layering rhythm, lead and clean guitar tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for live performance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its lightweight body, expanded switching and dual-humbucker architecture make it particularly useful for versatile live setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a case included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA case should not be assumed included unless your exact vendor package specifically states that one is provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSlim Body. Eight Pickup Configurations. 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