Michael Kelly Hybrid 55 Tiger Eye Burst
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Michael Kelly
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An "Hybrid" Approach Designed for Versatility
The Hybrid 55 fits into the trend of modern guitars capable of covering multiple styles without changing instruments. Its concept is based on a solid electric foundation (Rockfield pickups) combined with a Fishman Powerbridge/Powerchip bridge, designed to expand the tonal palette towards more "acoustic" timbres. The result: a guitar tailored for varied sets, studio work, or setups where you want to travel between warm rhythm and incisive lead.
For Which Guitarists and Styles?
Thanks to its 25.5" (648 mm) scale length and compound radius, the Michael Kelly Hybrid 55 is well suited for intermediate as well as advanced guitarists seeking precision and comfort. It naturally expresses itself in pop, rock, funk, blues, worship, variety, and contemporary music, with a real interest in contexts where you alternate between clean tones, crunch, and more airy sounds. The blend of humbuckers and piezo system also opens convincing possibilities for arpeggios and dynamic rhythms.
The Sound
The korina (body) and flamed maple (top) duo provides a particularly musical balance: present mids, good clarity, and a brighter attack, with generous sustain. On the pickup side, the Rockfield Mini Humbucker in the neck favors defined clean sounds and singing leads, while the Rockfield SWC Humbucker in the bridge emphasizes impact, bite, and power for rhythms and solos. The Fishman Powerbridge/Powerchip bridge adds another color, more "acoustic" in spirit, useful for broadening the spectrum without losing the feel of an electric guitar.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To get the most out of this Hybrid 55, you can pair it with a set of electric guitar strings suited to your touch, a standard strap, plectrums (various thicknesses), and a guitar stand for daily storage. A microfiber cloth will help preserve the shine of the Tiger's Eye Burst finish and the chrome hardware.
Technical specifications
| Category | TL | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Left handed | No | Scalloped | Simple |
| Strings | Steel | ||
| Type | hybrid electric guitar | Nut | bone |
| Body wood | korina | Hardware | chrome |
| Top | flamed maple | Bridge | Fishman Powerbridge with Powerchip |
| Finish | Tiger's Eye Burst | Neck pickup | Rockfield Mini Humbucker |
| Neck wood | maple | Bridge pickup | Rockfield SWC Humbucker |
| Fingerboard | pau ferro | Hybrid system | Fishman Powerbridge/Powerchip providing acoustic guitar sound |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | Color | Tiger's Eye Burst |
| Compound radius | 10.5"/16" / 267 mm / 406 mm | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the Hybrid 55 allow for acoustic sounds?
The Fishman Powerbridge bridge with Powerchip adds an acoustic tone alongside the electric pickups. This hybrid system expands the available tones without changing the guitar.
What pickups are equipped on this Michael Kelly guitar?
The neck features a Rockfield Mini Humbucker, oriented towards clear defined tones and singing leads. At the bridge, the Rockfield SWC Humbucker prioritizes impact and bite.
Is the neck suitable for modern playing and solos?
Thanks to the 25.5-inch (648 mm) scale length, the string tension matches the standard electric format. The compound radius from 10.5 to 16 inches supports playing across the entire fingerboard. The fingerboard is made of pau ferro and the neck is maple.
What woods make up the body of the Hybrid 55 Tiger Eye Burst?
The construction combines a korina body with a flamed maple top, under a Tiger's Eye Burst finish.
What accessories are recommended with this guitar?
The strings are steel, and an electric guitar string set is suitable for this 6-string model. A standard strap, picks, a stand, and a microfiber cloth are also recommended accessories.
