When it comes to Australian acoustic guitars, few names carry the prestige, history, and loyalty that Maton does. From dusty pub stages to Nashville’s biggest arenas, Maton guitars have become a mainstay for players demanding honest tone and flawless reliability. And among the most revered models in their lineup stands the Maton EBG808 Nashville—a model that doesn’t just look the part, it sings with confidence, class, and country soul.
A Guitar with Heart and Heritage
The EBG808 Nashville isn’t just another beautiful Maton—it’s a model created to honour a milestone in the company’s journey and showcases everything we love about the brand. Designed with extra care and sonic finesse, this guitar features “AA Select” grade solid Sitka spruce for the top, providing articulate brightness, sweet resonance, and projection that commands attention. Paired with A-grade solid Blackwood back and sides, it balances warmth and clarity with unmistakable Australian character.
But that’s just the beginning.
Every detail on this guitar feels premium—from the herringbone rosette and binding to the vintage amber burst satin finish, which gives it a glow worthy of the Grand Ole Opry stage. Trimmed with Indian Rosewood, fitted with gold Grover Rotomatic tuners, and capped off with a sleek tortoiseshell pickguard, the EBG808 Nashville isn’t just a tone machine—it’s a visual showstopper.
A Sound Built for the Stage
There’s a reason country music star Keith Urban calls the EBG808 Nashville his go-to acoustic—it has that magic combination of punch, clarity, and dynamic response that suits both strummers and fingerpickers alike. Thanks to Maton’s scalloped X bracing, the soundboard moves freely, allowing notes to bloom and chords to ring with lush overtones and remarkable balance.
The EBG808 body shape is slightly smaller than a dreadnought, but it delivers surprising volume and a focused midrange—making it ideal for live performance, studio work, and songwriting alike.
And when it’s time to plug in? Maton’s AP5 PRO pickup system takes the stage with world-class tone. With its combination of piezo and microphone input (with blend control), you can shape your sound to perfection, capturing the natural voice of the guitar with minimal EQ fuss.
Built for Real Players
This isn’t a case queen—it’s a gigging, recording, songwriting, storytelling workhorse. The Select Queensland Maple neck with a streaky ebony fingerboard provides smooth playability with a 12" radius and a comfortable nut width of 44.1mm. The bone nut and saddle, Dunlop 6260 fretwire, and Elixir Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze 12-53 strings round out a build that’s as stage-ready as it is studio-worthy.
Why We Love It at Colemans Music
At Colemans Music in Melbourne we’ve seen a lot of beautiful guitars—but the Maton EBG808 Nashville continues to turn heads for its rich, expressive tone and stunning presentation. It’s a guitar that feels alive in your hands. Whether you’re chasing that sparkling high-end for fingerpicking, or that warm, rounded thump for rhythm work, the EBG808 Nashville never disappoints.
Key Specs at a Glance:
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Top: “AA” Grade Solid Sitka Spruce
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Back & Sides: A-Grade Solid Blackwood
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Neck: Select Queensland Maple
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Fingerboard & Bridge: Streaky Ebony
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Bracing: Maton Scalloped X
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Finish: Vintage Amber Burst (Top) / Amber Satin (Back & Sides)
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Electronics: AP5 PRO Pickup System
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Machine Heads: Gold Grover Rotomatic
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Included: Standard Maton Hardcase
Maton’s EBG808 Nashville is more than a guitar, it’s a reminder of how deeply music is woven into Australian culture. From country stages to intimate studio sessions, this is an instrument built for players who want every note to count.
Ready to experience it for yourself? Come visit us at Colemans Music Melbourne or shop online with fast delivery across Australia. The Maton EBG808 Nashville is waiting to inspire your next performance.
