Cort Manson Signature Matt Bellamy Black

Essential Information About the Cort MBM-1 Signature Matt Bellamy Guitar

• Matt Bellamy Signature: an electric guitar designed for incisive rhythms and "stutter" style effects.


• Two Manson Humbuckers: solid attack, high output level, and excellent sustain in distortion.


• "Kill" Button: instantly cut the signal for percussive effects and ultra-clean breaks.


• Modern Comfort: maple neck with compound radius and laurel fingerboard with 22 frets for a smooth feel across the entire neck.

A Signature Inspired by Matt Bellamy's Stage Guitars

The Cort MBM-1 fits within the world of Matt Bellamy, a guitarist known for his edgy sounds, sharp textures, and signal-cutting effects. With its Manson pickups and "Kill" button, it targets a decidedly modern approach: an expressive electric guitar crafted for dynamic arrangements, precise riffs, and passages where rhythmic impact matters as much as the note.

Who Is It For, and In Which Styles?

The MBM-1 is particularly suited for intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking a responsive guitar, effective in distortion, and capable of clean transitions between dense passages and controlled silences. It excels in modern rock, alternative, pop rock, and riff-oriented music, while remaining relevant for tight clean tones thanks to the balance of the humbuckers and the volume/ tone controls.

Sound

Its basswood body provides a balanced response, with present mids and good clarity, ideal for layering gain without losing control. The two Manson humbuckers push towards a full and focused sound, with solid low-end firmness and a sharp attack for palm-mutes. The simple and direct electronics (volume, tone, 3-position selector) keep things straightforward, while the "Kill" button opens the door to instant rhythmic effects, perfect for accents, breaks, and percussive patterns.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain the original feel and balance, opt for a set of D'Addario YB EXL110 strings (specified reference). Regular string changes will highlight the attack of the humbuckers and the precision of rhythms, especially in standard tunings.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Scalloped	Simple
Category	TL	Body	Linden
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Passive
Nbr of strings	6	Color	Black
Fingerboard	Laurel	Finishing	Satin
Nbrs of frets	22	Hardware	Chromed

Model	MBM-1	Tuners	staggered locking
Finish	satin black	Pickups	2 Manson humbuckers
Neck	maple	Controls	volume
Radius	compound	Selector	3-position switch
Number of frets	22	Feature	"Kill" button
Nut width	42 mm / 1.65"	Signature	Matt Bellamy