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Cort Meta Series MBM-1 Matthew Bellamy Signature Guitar. Starlight Silver

SKU MBM1SS-U
by Cort
$599.99

MBM-1

Cort has teamed up with Matthew Bellamy, the frontman and lead guitarist of Muse, and Manson Guitar Works to develop an all-new signature model that is built to Matthew's exact and demanding specifications. The result is a superb rock guitar with a big full tone and rock-solid feel without the boutique price. This exciting model features a specially designed set of pickups from Manson and a discrete kill button to create unique sonic textures.

Manson Guitar Works®

Manson Guitar Works is an internationally respected custom guitar builder in the U.K. that has been working with Matthew Bellamy for over two decades. Founded by highly respected luthier Hugh Manson and CEO Adrian Ashton, the company has built instruments for a wide range of global superstars.

Manson® Humbucker Pickup Set

The MBM-1 is equipped with pickups developed by Manson Guitar Works especially for this guitar. The versatile setup includes fully voiced humbuckers in the neck and bridge positions reflecting the layout of several of Bellamy’s stage and studio custom instruments.

1 Volume & 1 Tone 3 Way Switch

The controls on the MBM-1 are simple while versatile. There is a single volume control, master tone and a three way switch. This controls the 2 humbucker pickup combination. It all works together with the kill button and the overall instrument design to give you a highly creative and great sounding instrument.

Kill Button

The MBM-1 features a discrete kill button allowing you to creatively expand the wide range of sounds already available.

Cort® Staggered Locking Machineheads

The deluxe locking machine heads offer precise and reliable tuning as well as easier and quicker string changes.

Soft V Neck Profile

The Manson neck profile and shape has consistently received praise around the globe in many five star reviews. To maintain that competitive edge the new MBM-1 features the Manson soft V profile with a satin finish to give an immediate played-in feel. It’s the reason we refer to it as Meta Series; what has gone before was of excellence, but our philosophy is to transcend to a better product whilst referencing everything that existed before.

Ergonomic Body Contour

The body styling on the MS Series guitars was designed by Hugh Manson, with him considering each detail for these instruments. Both comfort and appearance was enhanced with an elegantly contoured arm cut on the top. The back has a tummy cut as a key comfort evolution feature. This modification to the back has been carefully laid out on the bodies of the MS guitars for maximum comfort without removing unnecessary amounts of wood. The lines of the Manson designed body are graceful for aesthetic beauty as well as for ergonomic considerations.

Specifications

Body

  • Body wood: Basswood

Neck

  • Neck shape: V
  • Neck wood: Hard Maple
  • Scale length: 25.5"

Fingerboard

  • Material: Indian laurel
  • Radius: Compound
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Nut width: 1.69”

Electronics

  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Manson humbucker
  • Bridge: Manson humbucker
  • Control layout: Master Volume, Master Tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
  • Special electronics: Kill button

Hardware

  • Bridge design: Adjustable
  • Tailpiece: Adjustable
  • Tuning machines: Locking
  • Color: Chrome

Other

  • Number of strings: 6
  • Orientation: Right Handed

Shipping

Shipping is FREE on all orders over $50 within the contiguous USA.

We don't want to mess around with fine print and extra charges, we like things to be simple and easy. 

Want to know about our Returns Policy? Read more here.

Order Confirmation:

As soon as you place your order you will receive an order confirmation e-mail.  This means that we have received your order in our system and pre-authorised your credit card for the purchase.  

As soon as we receive your order we automatically check to confirm that your order is in stock and available for immediate shipment.  If your item is on back-order or unavailable we will void the pre-authorisation and reach out to you via e-mail to see if alternate arrangements can be made.  

If your item(s) are available for immediate shipment (within 5 business days) we will process the charges and get to work preparing your order for shipment.

Order Shipment:

If your order is in stock and we process the charges to your credit card it will ship within three business days from the date of your order.  

We will send you shipping confirmation within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when checking out.  

If you do not receive shipping confirmation from us within four business days of your order feel free to follow up with us at sales@musicstox.com

International Orders:

Please be aware that our products are made specifically for the USA market only.

Damages:

Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive, if you notice any damage you should make note of it when signing for delivery or do not agree to accept the delivery.

If you do accept delivery you are required to immediately take photos using your smart phone or camera of the damaged packaging or products inside the packaging. 

If your item(s) do arrived damaged, please lodge your return claim by sending an email and photos of the damaged item(s) to: sales@musicstox.com.

 

We get it. You've got a lot of choice when it comes to online retailers. Here's why we think you should shop with us at MusicStox.

But first, you should definitely hear from our customers here.

  • Shipping is FREE on all orders over $50 within the contiguous USA.
  • Price Match Guarantee.
  • 30 Day Easy Returns. 
  • Great Service. We pride ourselves on the best service, anywhere.
  • Your Satisfaction Guaranteed. We handpick our products for quality, we know you'll love them. But is there is ever something wrong, we'll fix it.

 

MBM-1

Cort has teamed up with Matthew Bellamy, the frontman and lead guitarist of Muse, and Manson Guitar Works to develop an all-new signature model that is built to Matthew's exact and demanding specifications. The result is a superb rock guitar with a big full tone and rock-solid feel without the boutique price. This exciting model features a specially designed set of pickups from Manson and a discrete kill button to create unique sonic textures.

Manson Guitar Works®

Manson Guitar Works is an internationally respected custom guitar builder in the U.K. that has been working with Matthew Bellamy for over two decades. Founded by highly respected luthier Hugh Manson and CEO Adrian Ashton, the company has built instruments for a wide range of global superstars.

Manson® Humbucker Pickup Set

The MBM-1 is equipped with pickups developed by Manson Guitar Works especially for this guitar. The versatile setup includes fully voiced humbuckers in the neck and bridge positions reflecting the layout of several of Bellamy’s stage and studio custom instruments.

1 Volume & 1 Tone 3 Way Switch

The controls on the MBM-1 are simple while versatile. There is a single volume control, master tone and a three way switch. This controls the 2 humbucker pickup combination. It all works together with the kill button and the overall instrument design to give you a highly creative and great sounding instrument.

Kill Button

The MBM-1 features a discrete kill button allowing you to creatively expand the wide range of sounds already available.

Cort® Staggered Locking Machineheads

The deluxe locking machine heads offer precise and reliable tuning as well as easier and quicker string changes.

Soft V Neck Profile

The Manson neck profile and shape has consistently received praise around the globe in many five star reviews. To maintain that competitive edge the new MBM-1 features the Manson soft V profile with a satin finish to give an immediate played-in feel. It’s the reason we refer to it as Meta Series; what has gone before was of excellence, but our philosophy is to transcend to a better product whilst referencing everything that existed before.

Ergonomic Body Contour

The body styling on the MS Series guitars was designed by Hugh Manson, with him considering each detail for these instruments. Both comfort and appearance was enhanced with an elegantly contoured arm cut on the top. The back has a tummy cut as a key comfort evolution feature. This modification to the back has been carefully laid out on the bodies of the MS guitars for maximum comfort without removing unnecessary amounts of wood. The lines of the Manson designed body are graceful for aesthetic beauty as well as for ergonomic considerations.

Specifications

Body

  • Body wood: Basswood

Neck

  • Neck shape: V
  • Neck wood: Hard Maple
  • Scale length: 25.5"

Fingerboard

  • Material: Indian laurel
  • Radius: Compound
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Nut width: 1.69”

Electronics

  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Manson humbucker
  • Bridge: Manson humbucker
  • Control layout: Master Volume, Master Tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-way
  • Special electronics: Kill button

Hardware

  • Bridge design: Adjustable
  • Tailpiece: Adjustable
  • Tuning machines: Locking
  • Color: Chrome

Other

  • Number of strings: 6
  • Orientation: Right Handed

Shipping

Shipping is FREE on all orders over $50 within the contiguous USA.

We don't want to mess around with fine print and extra charges, we like things to be simple and easy. 

Want to know about our Returns Policy? Read more here.

Order Confirmation:

As soon as you place your order you will receive an order confirmation e-mail.  This means that we have received your order in our system and pre-authorised your credit card for the purchase.  

As soon as we receive your order we automatically check to confirm that your order is in stock and available for immediate shipment.  If your item is on back-order or unavailable we will void the pre-authorisation and reach out to you via e-mail to see if alternate arrangements can be made.  

If your item(s) are available for immediate shipment (within 5 business days) we will process the charges and get to work preparing your order for shipment.

Order Shipment:

If your order is in stock and we process the charges to your credit card it will ship within three business days from the date of your order.  

We will send you shipping confirmation within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail address you provided when checking out.  

If you do not receive shipping confirmation from us within four business days of your order feel free to follow up with us at sales@musicstox.com

International Orders:

Please be aware that our products are made specifically for the USA market only.

Damages:

Please inspect the packaging of your item(s) when they arrive, if you notice any damage you should make note of it when signing for delivery or do not agree to accept the delivery.

If you do accept delivery you are required to immediately take photos using your smart phone or camera of the damaged packaging or products inside the packaging. 

If your item(s) do arrived damaged, please lodge your return claim by sending an email and photos of the damaged item(s) to: sales@musicstox.com.

 

We get it. You've got a lot of choice when it comes to online retailers. Here's why we think you should shop with us at MusicStox.

But first, you should definitely hear from our customers here.

  • Shipping is FREE on all orders over $50 within the contiguous USA.
  • Price Match Guarantee.
  • 30 Day Easy Returns. 
  • Great Service. We pride ourselves on the best service, anywhere.
  • Your Satisfaction Guaranteed. We handpick our products for quality, we know you'll love them. But is there is ever something wrong, we'll fix it.