Maton EBW808 Blackwood

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Maton EBW808 Blackwood

Maton

EBW808 Blackwood

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Product Info

Article Number: 420745
Brand: Maton
Model: EBW808 Blackwood
Price: $2,629.00

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The EBW808 is a beautifully crafted instrument. The blackwood provides a warm, resonant tone, while the AP5 Pro system makes it stage-ready. This is ideal for discerning players seeking a refined acoustic with a touch of Australian craftsmanship – particularly appealing to fingerstyle players and those wanting a sophisticated amplified voice.

Product Description

  • Maton EBW808
  • Steel-String Guitar
  • Body shape: Small OM
  • Body: Solid Australian Blackwood (Acacia melanoxylon)
  • Neck: Australian Queensland maple
  • Fretboard and bridge: Ebony
  • 21 Frets
  • Nut width: 44.10 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Grover machine heads
  • Maton AP5 Pro pickup system
  • Stringing from factory: Elixir .012 - .053 (Article Nr: #185024#)
  • Colour: Natural matte
  • Includes case
  • Made in Australia
PROS
  • • Solid blackwood back & sides deliver rich, complex overtones.
  • • Queensland maple neck provides exceptional clarity and sustain.
  • • Maton AP5 Pro pickup system offers balanced amplified tone.
  • • Ebony fretboard and Grover tuners ensure smooth playability and intonation.
CONS
  • • Small OM body may lack projection for larger performance venues.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players.
  • • Blackwood can be sensitive to humidity fluctuations; requires care.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides Solid Australian Blackwood
Neck Material Australian Queensland Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 21
Electronics Maton AP5 Pro pickup system
Weight 1.85 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Blackwood offers a broader dynamic range and more complex overtones than mahogany, resulting in a more nuanced and articulate sound, especially in the upper harmonics.
Yes, the AP5 Pro provides standard controls – volume and bass/treble – making it straightforward for sound engineers to integrate into a PA system.
Ebony is naturally oily, but it’s wise to occasionally clean it with a specialized fretboard conditioner to preserve its feel and prevent cracking over time.

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