Maton EBW808 Blackwood Series Acoustic Electric Guitar

A refined 808-sized acoustic-electric with all-Blackwood tonewoods, delivering bright trebles, full bass, and a uniquely compressed, balanced voice. Built for clarity, sustain, and dynamic expression.

Product Overview

The Maton EBW808 comes from the Blackwood Series, showcasing rich, articulate voice through its thoroughly balanced tonewoods. Constructed entirely of Australian Blackwood, it offers clear trebles, strong mid-range, and full bass. This sophisticated compression of sound creates a distinctive tonal character, whether you're playing quietly or projecting on stage. Comes with a robust hard-shell case.

Specifications

• Series: Blackwood Series — all-Blackwood construction for rich tone

• Body Shape: 808 (small-bodied, big-voiced)

• Top / Back & Sides: “A” grade Blackwood for top, back, and sides

• Neck: Queensland Maple

• Fingerboard & Bridge: Streaky Ebony

• Bracing: Scalloped Maton X bracing

• Inlay / Rosette: Rope inlay with rope and black ABS binding

• Scale Length: 25.5″ (64.77 cm)

• Headstock Veneer: 2 mm Blackwood

• Frets: 21 frets, Dunlop or Jescar fret wire, 12″ fingerboard radius

• Nut Width: ~44 mm (1.736″); 14th fret width ~55 mm (2.165″)

• Inlays: 6 mm pearl dots

• Finish: Natural satin on top, back, and sides

• Bridge Pins: Ivory ABS

• Tuners: Chrome Grover Rotomatic

• Pickguard: Black with gold “M”

• Nut & Saddle: Bone

• Pickup System: AP5-PRO (piezo + mic blend)

• Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze 12–53

• Case: Standard Maton hard case included

Key Highlights

• Pure Blackwood Tonality: All-Blackwood body design gives a uniquely compressed, clear, and full-bass tone profile.

• Artful Acoustic Voice: Balanced across frequencies—bright trebles, rich mids, solid lows—makes it versatile for various playing styles.

• Stage & Studio Ready: Includes AP5-PRO system for natural plugged-in sound, ideal for live and recording use.

• Quality Craftsmanship: Features like scalloped Maton X bracing, ebony board & bridge, and Grover tuners speak to refined build and playability.