For the player who loves the tone of the classic EMG® 81/85 combination and/or the player who wants a “throw down and look bad ass while doing it” axe, Michael Kelly presents the Patriot Premium. Armed with all the superior features to make this a tonal beast, the Premium is also adorned with a whole host of envy worthy appearance upgrades. In the tone department, you’ll find the classic EMG® 81/85 pickup configuration, a TonePros® bridge, ebony fingerboard, set-neck construction and a mahogany body with a solid ½" maple cap that gives the Premium a tailored metal growl. To ensure you’ll look as amazing as you’ll sound, we’ve added quilt maple or flame maple to the top in three of the four striking finishes. Real pearl fingerboard markers and full abalone binding on the body, neck and matching headstock create a subtle yet unmistakable reminder that this is one high-end axe.