acoustic
808 / 814 series
| Maker | Maton |
|---|---|
| Origin | Australia |
| Type | acoustic |
| Price | USD 2599 (2026-09) |
| Maker founded | 1946 |
| Status | current |
Maton's 808 and 814 are the company's core acoustic body sizes, Australian-made guitars aimed at players who want a stage-ready instrument with a strong pickup system.
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Why it matters
Maton has built guitars in Melbourne for decades, and the brand is known as much for its amplified sound as for its acoustic voice, thanks in part to the AP5 pickup system fitted across most models. The 808 is the compact orchestra-style body, while the 814 is the larger option, sharing electronics and finish choices. Pricing outside Australia is set by importers and dealers, which is why the figure recorded here comes from a specialist retailer rather than a maker's list.
Note
The core Australian-made body shapes.
Specifications
- Scale length: unknown
- Neck shape: unknown
Before you buy
- Import pricing varies widely, so compare dealers before ordering
- The 808 and 814 differ in size and feel, and both come in several trim levels
- Left-handed and cutaway versions are far less common
Other opinions
One video is one opinion. These are the other videos for this entry, most-viewed first. The order is the view count, not a ranking of ours.
Carter Vintage Backstage · 2021-01 · 58,680 views
“As Maton says themselves “It takes a great guitar to meet the demands of such a great player”, and the Maton EBG808TE Tommy Emmanuel signature model lives up to the demand.”
Carl Miner plays a Maton EBG808TE Tommy Emmanuel signature.
Artisan Guitars · 2022-02 · 8,041 views
“Three Bunya topped,Queensland maple back and sided,thinline 808 Performers compared by Carl Wockner.”
Demo of the Maton 808 Performer acoustic.