Forte Port Koa
The Forte Port Koa features Michael Kelly's Port Technology. This fresh new approach to top bracing and soundhole placement results in a noticeable improvement in sonic performance. It is dynamic, responsive and has a big bold sound. The Forte Port Koa features an aggressive cutaway giving you more fingerboard access and great balance.
The Forte Port Koa is equipped with an active Fishman Preamp and the under saddle bridge pickup captures the full and natural sound of the Forte.
PORT TECHNOLOGY
Acoustic guitar design has not changed significantly since the pre-World War II era. For several years now, the Michael Kelly team has been working on a fresh new approach to acoustic guitars. This has culminated with the development of the new Port Technology. At the core of this innovation is an offset soundhole approach coupled with an all-new bracing design.
SPECIFICATIONS
BODY
- Top: Flame Koa
- Back Material: Mahogany
- Side Material: Mahogany
NECK
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Ovangkol
- Number of Frets: 20
- Inlays: Forte Celtic Knot 12th fret custom inlay with Mini Dots
- Headstock: Flame Koa
- Scale Length 25.5 inches / 647.7mm
- Truss Rod Type Dual Action
- Neck Profile Comfort C
- Nut Material: Tusq
- Nut Type: Standard
- Nut Width: 1 11/16" / 43mm
- Strings: D'Addario EXP16 Coated Phosphor Bronze, Light, 12-53
ELECTRONICS
- Electronics: Fishman Preamp
HARDWARE
- Hardware Finish: Black
- Tuning Keys: MK Die Cast
- Bridge Type: Zero-End Pin Ovangkol
NOTES
- Special "Port" offset soundhole placement with Port bracing to enhance top resonance
- Extreme cutaway body shape that provides enhanced access to upper frets and great balance
Estimated between and
Will usually ship within 1 business day.
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Please allow 10 days for your order to arrive. We source products from all over the world to bring you epic offers and the lowest prices. This means sometimes you have to wait a little longer to get your order but it's always worth it! |
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
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We Put Our Customers First to us. If it doesn't fit, it breaks, you've changed your mind or for no reason whatsoever simply send it back to us and we'll cheerfully refund you every cent. |
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Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
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In the unlikely event that you find your item cheaper at another online store, just let us know and we'll beat the competitor's pricing hands-down. |
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We insist that you love everything you buy from us. If you're unhappy for any reason whatsoever, just let us know and we'll bend over backwards to make things right again. |
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Ordering from Shoptimized is 100% safe and secure so you can rest easy. Your personal details are never shared, sold or rented to anyone either. |
Forte Port Koa
The Forte Port Koa features Michael Kelly's Port Technology. This fresh new approach to top bracing and soundhole placement results in a noticeable improvement in sonic performance. It is dynamic, responsive and has a big bold sound. The Forte Port Koa features an aggressive cutaway giving you more fingerboard access and great balance.
The Forte Port Koa is equipped with an active Fishman Preamp and the under saddle bridge pickup captures the full and natural sound of the Forte.
PORT TECHNOLOGY
Acoustic guitar design has not changed significantly since the pre-World War II era. For several years now, the Michael Kelly team has been working on a fresh new approach to acoustic guitars. This has culminated with the development of the new Port Technology. At the core of this innovation is an offset soundhole approach coupled with an all-new bracing design.
SPECIFICATIONS
BODY
- Top: Flame Koa
- Back Material: Mahogany
- Side Material: Mahogany
NECK
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard: Ovangkol
- Number of Frets: 20
- Inlays: Forte Celtic Knot 12th fret custom inlay with Mini Dots
- Headstock: Flame Koa
- Scale Length 25.5 inches / 647.7mm
- Truss Rod Type Dual Action
- Neck Profile Comfort C
- Nut Material: Tusq
- Nut Type: Standard
- Nut Width: 1 11/16" / 43mm
- Strings: D'Addario EXP16 Coated Phosphor Bronze, Light, 12-53
ELECTRONICS
- Electronics: Fishman Preamp
HARDWARE
- Hardware Finish: Black
- Tuning Keys: MK Die Cast
- Bridge Type: Zero-End Pin Ovangkol
NOTES
- Special "Port" offset soundhole placement with Port bracing to enhance top resonance
- Extreme cutaway body shape that provides enhanced access to upper frets and great balance
Estimated between and
Will usually ship within 1 business day.
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Please allow 10 days for your order to arrive. We source products from all over the world to bring you epic offers and the lowest prices. This means sometimes you have to wait a little longer to get your order but it's always worth it! |
|
![]() |
Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
![]() |
We Put Our Customers First to us. If it doesn't fit, it breaks, you've changed your mind or for no reason whatsoever simply send it back to us and we'll cheerfully refund you every cent. |
|
![]() |
Returns are easy, simply contact us for a returns number and send your item to our returns centre for fast processing. We'll get you a replacement or refund in a snap! |
|
![]() |
In the unlikely event that you find your item cheaper at another online store, just let us know and we'll beat the competitor's pricing hands-down. |
|
![]() |
We insist that you love everything you buy from us. If you're unhappy for any reason whatsoever, just let us know and we'll bend over backwards to make things right again. |
|
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Ordering from Shoptimized is 100% safe and secure so you can rest easy. Your personal details are never shared, sold or rented to anyone either. |