Maton EBG808 Artist Guitar with Case (Small Mark)

This particular version has been very reduced due to a small purely superficial imperfection on its back that is hard to spot and has no impact on performance Its a beautiful sounding and playing Maton Artist guitar and comes complete with official hard case and a set up in our Maton approved Tone lab workshop.

This Artist version Maton EBG808 guitar comes packed with a long list of reason why any serious player should take a closer look. First of all check out the carefully selected hand picked premium AAA Sitka Spruce top and gorgeous sounding clear and rich Blackwood back and sides. Then combine this with a world beating set of built in factory fitted electronics, including the immense AP5-Pro preamp, and an excellent level of Australian craftsmanship and attention to detail. The results will delight any hardened pro player, and will more than satisfy any experienced live or recording musician. The Artist level of specifications really ensures that every ounce of tone and character is squeezed out of this creative and versatile build. Includes a full custom set up service in one of our workshops along with official hard case.

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This is what the guys at the Maton workshop have to say about this incredibly lovely EBG808 Artist guitar - We cannot overstate the power and the punch of the BG808 Series. Within the smaller shape lies a mighty bass response and a focused projection, ideally suited for the recording studio. Since 1978, the 808 series has stood the test of time and is now available in several different tone-wood configurations. With a sound board of "AAA" grade solid Sitka spruce, solid Blackwood back and sides and one of the world's finest acoustic pickups in the AP5-PRO. With its dominant live tone The EBG808 Artist is the guitar of choice for players all over the world.

SN: 29197
Maton EBG808 Artist guitar specifications
Body Shape: 808
Face "AAA Select" Grade Sitka Spruce
Back and Sides: "AA" Grade Blackwood
Neck: Select Queensland Maple
Fingerboard / Bridge: Indian Rosewood
Bracing: Scalloped Maton X
Face Inlay/Rosette: Herringbone
Soundhole: 95mm
Inner Binding: Herringbone
Outer Binding: Rock Maple
Scale Length: 64.77cm (25.5")
Headstock Veneer: Keyhole w/ 2mm Blackwood Veneer
Fretwire: Dunlop 6260
Number of Frets: 21
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8mm (12")
Nut Width: 44.1mm (1.736" - 1 47/64")
14th Fret: Width 55mm (2.165" - 2 11/64")
Fingerboard Inlays: Mother of Pearl Snowflakes
Back / Sides Finish: Satin/Natural
Top Finish: Satin/Natural
Bridge Pins: Ivory ABS
Machine Heads: Gold Grover Rotomatic
Pickguard: Tortoiseshell with Gold M
End Pin/Strap: Gold
Nut / Saddle: Bone
Case: Standard Maton Hardcase
Pickup: AP5-PRO
Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze 12-53