Members JohnnyRaincheck Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 I can't find many reviews through the internets for the Michael Kelly Patriots, even searching here didn't turn up much. Any owners care to share their thoughts? Is this a brand that GC carries like the Laguna's, where most of the reviews on the site are fake? I'm looking at the Patrioit Limited at the moment, it looks good, but I can't tell much from pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Bad Chile Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 Try using google to search this forum; there is tons of Michael Kelly Patriot love here. The search available above just bites donkeys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members benricci Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 There are a lot of reviews here from forum members. This is not a GC owned brand, they are owned by the same company that controls BC Rich, Floyd Rose and Rockfield Pickups. There are about 15 user reviews on the MF listing page: http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/reviews?base_pid=513845&page=1&sc=date&so=desc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members blingdogg Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 I never tried one, but was interested in getting one. I've found some good reviews on the Patriots. And the harmony-central reviews section has a couple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dimner Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 I have a patriot custom, and I am loving it. The ebony fretboard is the best feeling fretboard I have played. Keep in mind I'm coming from strats that have rosewood. Also, the next pup on this thing is outstanding. The finish is fantastic, and the thing stays in tune perfectly. It's my goto git right now. Thing makes my Blackstar HT-5 sound great and my epi valve Jr. Great hardware, great sustain. has the split coils and I get great neck strat sounds out of it. Some things that i would change, but did not sway my decision. I do wish it had two volume controls as the next pickup is hotter than the bridge. The git is heavier than my strats, but I think that goes for about any LP type axe. I probably will try a burst bucker at some point in the bridge. Over all it's a keeper and would highly recommend it. Edit: Next = Neck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members strat les sg Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 first off just got a LP Trad. pro along with a 58 vos & STD.L.E. & epi LP Customs,I have a Valor & Patriot Custom,the Patriot is very well made & comes with alot of good stuff like lockin bridge & tailpiece ,grover tuners & good pickups,the Patriot doesnt feel cheap like the Epi but feels very solid like my Gibbys ,outta the box the action was low & still the same now w/out no buzz,a good upgrade would be to drop some gibson 57 pups in to this badboy & your set Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Lizards??? Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 I have played several of them..If I remember they were the custom, the limited (your picture) and the vintage or worn or whatever. The regular custom was my favorite. They all played and sounded great, there were only a few minor cosmetic flaws. Go for it! Oh, and great upper fret access, far better than a LP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JohnnyRaincheck Posted June 2, 2009 Author Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 Thanks guys. I saw the reviews on MF, but wasn't sure if some of them were plants. I wanted to hear from you guys. Pulled the trigger, I'll post some pics when she comes in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Guitar Heel Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 I've owned 2, and they were very well made guitars. Very playable, good construction, and I even liked the stock pickups. Great value, IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members benzem Posted June 2, 2009 Members Share Posted June 2, 2009 The necks are tiny Makes you feel like Hendrix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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