Maton Guitars

Maton Guitars were first founded in 1946 by jazz musician, woodwork teacher and luthier Bill May, who dreamed of an Australian guitar manufacturing industry that would provide the kind of high quality instruments missing from the Australian market in those days. Over 70 years later, Maton Guitars continues to do just that, now employing over 70 people, remaining 100% family owned and producing some of the world's finest instruments for some of the world's finest guitarists including Tommy Emmanuel and Eric Johnson. Based in Melbourne Australia, Maton guitars are a great Australian Success story due to their commitment to quality.

Maton acoustic guitars use many timbers to produce their largely hand made guitars but they are particularly fond of homegrown australian timber such as Queensland Maple and Queensland Walnut which delivers a signature sound. Their designs span the familiar dreadnoughts and orchestral models. They also use their own original shapes such as the EM and Mini Maton. Their styling stands out from more traditional designs.

These guitars are popular with a wide range of guitarists, from strumming singer songwriters to percussive avant-garde soloists. Guitarists seeking high quality instruments with their own defined sense of style will love this brand. A Maton guitar feels just as comfortable at home, the studio, or on the world stage.

Why Should I Choose a Maton Guitar?

• High quality, handmade guitars
• Built from some of the finest hand selected Australian timbers
• Played and preferred by some of the finest guitarists and songwriters in the world
• A wide range of models to suit any style of player
• A signature sound found only on Maton guitars