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Premium Custom Collection character built for the stage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michael Kelly Patriot Instinct Bold Custom Collection in Scorched is a distinctive solid-body electric guitar created for musicians who want their instrument to make an impression both visually and sonically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Michael Kelly's Patriot family, the Instinct Bold combines a modern interpretation of the classic single-cutaway electric guitar with premium visual detailing and a performance-focused design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dramatic \u003cstrong\u003eScorched finish\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the guitar an unmistakable appearance, while its dual-pickup configuration provides the tonal foundation needed for everything from clean rhythm work to powerful driven guitar sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're performing on stage, recording in the studio or adding something distinctive to your guitar collection, the Patriot 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social content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollectors\u003c\/strong\u003e — Add a visually distinctive Michael Kelly Custom Collection instrument to an existing guitar collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Michael Kelly Patriot Instinct Bold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Patriot Instinct Bold is a solid-body electric guitar from Michael Kelly's Patriot family, combining single-cut styling, performance-oriented design and distinctive Custom Collection aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Scorched finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScorched is the visual treatment used on this Custom Collection version, giving the guitar a dramatic appearance designed to highlight its premium aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Patriot Instinct Bold an electric guitar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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