Maton EBW808 Blackwood
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Maton
EBW808 Blackwood
Product Info
Article Number:
420745
Brand:
Maton
Model:
EBW808 Blackwood
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$2,629.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
Product Video
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.
