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Up for sale is an outstanding Maton EBG808 Artist, a guitar known for its powerful sound and versatility. This guitar, made in Australia, is part of the renowned 808 series that has been delighting musicians around the world since 1978.

The Maton EBG808 Artist features a solid “AAA” Sitka spruce top which, combined with solid Australian Blackwood back and sides, produces an impressive tone. Despite its more compact body size, the EBG808 series delivers a powerful bass and a focused sound that is particularly effective in the recording studio.

The guitar is equipped with the AP5 Pro pickup system, one of the world’s best acoustic pickups, which perfectly amplifies the lively and dynamic sound of the Maton even at high volumes. This pickup is the reason why the EBG808 Artist is the preferred choice for live performances and studio recordings by guitarists around the world.

Maton Guitars, founded in 1946 by Bill May, is today the undisputed number one in Australian guitar manufacturing. By using predominantly Australian woods such as Queensland Maple, Queensland Walnut, and Australian Blackwood, Maton has developed an unmistakable sound that is appreciated by world-class guitarists such as Tommy Emmanuel and Michael Fix.

The guitar comes in a flawless natural finish that brings out the beauty of the woods used. The Maton EBG808 Artist is not only an instrument of the highest quality, but also a true work of art that impresses with its excellent workmanship and tonal characteristics. This guitar offered here was manufactured in 2023 and purchased new in 2024. The condition is almost as good as new.

Specifications:
Color: Natural
Manufacturer: Maton
Body: 808
Top: AAA Sitka spruce, solid
Back & sides: Australian Blackwood, solid
Finish: Matte
Neck: Queensland Maple
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Inlays: Custom
Number of frets: 21
Saddle width: 44.1 mm
Scale: 650 mm
Number of strings: 6
Pickup manufacturer: Maton
Pickup system: AP5-Pro
Body: All-solid 808 body with spruce top, blackwood body
Origin: Made in Australia
Includes original Maton case
String spacing at 12th fret: E = 2.5 mm, e = 2.0 mm