Checking out Maton Guitars' "Australian" Model Acoustic

[@mikmop]

Justin, I think we 🇦🇺 should make you an honorary Australian. You should visit down under and do some concerts and a workshop.

[@shwasywasy]

I bought my 808 artist model a year ago and it is one of the best instruments Ibe owned. It's so subtle and exceptionally well made! Never goes out of tune and is fantastic for gigging! Glad to see my home land getting the recognition it deserves!

[@grumpytrumpy8015]

Thanks Justin , what a great guitar review. You give your audience exactly the information they need but expand on this information with fabulous playing. Maton Australia must be very happy to have a guitarist of your caliber giving honest and outstanding reviews & demonstrations of their instruments. Nice touch of humour as well. Cheers mate from Auustraya !

[@luluwinke6581]

and so Merry Christmas 2021 >>>>>> da best

[@FreeFlyerUk]

I could never do justice to such a wonderful guitar but fully appreciate players like Justin. Stunning, hard earned skills.

[@DwainDwight]

Been playing Matons for 35 years. Some of the finest guitars on the planet, period. beautiful sounding & playings. not cheap, but worth every penny.

[@MikeWh]

My BG808 still going strong. Made in October 1979, been with me since then. Played it at a gig 3 months ago. Never had a setup, replaced tuners back in the 80s sometime ( busted original tuners). Fishman pickup installed, always good to go. I'm glad it can’t talk about some of the places it’s been.

[@popogejo7245]

You just can't get enough of Justin! What a talent!

[@roblarson9065]

I’ve had the TE808 for 4 years. Sounds awesome and plays as clean as a piano. Love it!

[@byroncrump4390]

I’m so pleased to hear your playing and your view on Matons , I love mine.

[@cristaud]

I love my Maton - a Tommy Emmanuel - but man watching Justin play - what a lively player!

[@stefaneestien5280]

A truly GREAT review of this instrument. As an Australian & a past owner of 6 to 7 Maton guitars, I really appreciated than someone did the job properly and demonstrated its features with exceptional performing skills! Best review of a guitar I've ever seen! Congratulations!

[@guitarcoalector6756]

That guitar sounds incredible! Nice playing and fabulous work I want this guitar!!!

[@peterbugg2896]

A mate of my brother provides Maton with local wood from Tasmania (Australia). The "Other" big guitar company in Melbourne is Cole Clark. Originally in Maton, the luthier that created it also uses amazing timber and quality stuff. Check out the Fat Lady models.

[@markbryant4641]

Hey Peter what's the name of the wood supplier? I'm in Melbourne. Cheers!

[@peterbugg2896]

Hey mate. It's based in Tassie sells around its Duncan from Gypsy Timbers.

[@markbryant4641]

@@peterbugg2896. Thanks, Peter!

[@MeneerHerculePoirot]

​@@peterbugg2896 Yeah, I've got a 2007 FL-1. Bunya/Queensland maple. Being from the States it was all Martin, Gibson, Taylor, etc. When moving to NZ I found my FL-1 on Trademe. Phenomenal guitar. The transducer system is the best I've ever heard.

[@peterbugg2896]

@@MeneerHerculePoirot Yep, they are definitely well known for the brilliant pick up. I bought a similar outfit FL 2 about the same time with Blackwood.

[@dannyfournier6657]

I love the fact that the low range isn't clunky or overbearing as I find to often with many makes of guitar. This sound quality is in the Taylor and Martin quality of sound

[@pharmerdavid1432]

I don't think I've ever seen JJ so stoked about a new guitar. It's good to see luthiers making their own pickups. Pickups are very important to the sound, so why shouldn't guitar makers want to make their own? Luthiers put so much care into making instruments, why not put the same care into making sure it's amplified properly too? Some might say making pickups is different than making guitars, but pickups are relatively simple to make in comparison, so why NOT make them yourself if you're already a talented luthier? It sure sounds sweet, those Aussie tone woods obviously work well. Some other companies like "Godin" in Canada, and "Rukaungas" in Finland, use some native woods, and make their own pickups too (if they are reading this, please send JJ a guitar?). Cheers!

[@grimreminder5038]

That sound and range, those wood types make an insane amount of difference! That's the type of sound that could liven up any room

[@danieltilley4187]

That guitar sounds great and a great player also. I love this closing tune.

[@ryankm48]

I have a 12 string that was hand made in Australia that sounds like this. Nice bright clear acoustic tones. Really resonates well. I bought it because I could tune it by ear pretty easily compared with others and that clarity and sparkle helps. Put some heavy bronze 80/20 so it is deep also.

[@RADThird1]

That pickup system is really one of the best.

[@garymcmurdie6058]

I've grown up with Maton guitars, and the main thing that keeps me coming back to them is the shape of the neck. It hasn't changed at all and feels just perfect in my hand.

[@WolverineBeast86]

An acoustic masterpiece for a master player!

[@SC-wu2dn]

Hey Justin love your playing. Both you and Ry Cooder are my favourite slide guitarists and its so great to see you playing an Aussie guitar. I used to sell Matons when I was a teenager and proud to see an iconic Aussie product being appreciated and recognised by a player of your calibre. Get over to Oz one day mate we’d love to see ya!!

[@PozerAdultRacingTeam]

That is definitely a beautiful high quality guitar right there. Awesome sounding guitar.

[@paulwerlemann8478]

I bought my first CW80 in 1985. I bought another one in 2000 and a third in 2019. They are all different and all great. The pickup system on the 85 is a bit lacking. But acoustically it is awesome. Great to see Australian made making it all over the world.

[@ConwayBob]

Those Maton guitars are SO beautiful, both to look at and to hear. Having never touched one I can only imagine how it feels to play one. That must be amazing!

[@liammurphymusic9962]

Just got mine today and I’m in love with it!!

[@JulienMARY]

That's the first stuff I hear which could make my 418e-R look shy. I'm blown away. This sounds like a thunder.

[@daveyjoweaver6282]

Beautiful Down Under woods made into beautiful guitars Justin! Thank You Kindly for introducing us to this Lovely instrument! Much Music! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania Fantastic playing as Always!

[@Ric-Phillips]

I had a luthier put an AP5 pro pickup in my old Maton ECW. It really is a brilliant system. Made a great guitar even better.

[@matangiandtheparrot4614]

These Guitars pray for a "Justin" to come along and play... aren't we lucky! myheartandsoul.thanxMr.Johnson.love.

[@BobPerrone]

Seeing Tommy Emanuel live a few times, he told me what you also said about Maton pick up systems. They are very good.

[@davidwilliams7552]

Cole Clark is another great Australian guitar maker using native tonewoods they use a microphone, piezo and a soundboard sensor making a three way pick up. There are also quite a few excellent small companies making amazing guitars here from our native trees.

[@KountryCuz1]

Wow That's A Great Sounding Guitar for Sure !!!!!!!!

[@picksalot1]

That Bunya top sounds great, even better than Spruce! That is one of the best sounding Piezo pickups I've heard - Not overly bright and quacking.

[@frankvallelonga2760]

THE MASTER PLAYING A MASTERPIECE, absolutely brilliant Justin thanks for that DEMO ☺

[@timcotterill3952]

Liking your reaction to some of the best Aussie Guitars. I’ve only just picked my new Maton SRS808c. It has a Gorgeous tone, and lovely to play. Didn’t cost a fortune, but it wasn’t cheap either. Mine has a Western Red Cedar top, Blackwood back & sides with a Queensland Maple Neck. It’s not pretty, but it was the best sounding 808 in the shop. It suits me to a tee, not pretty, but makes a pretty sound… like me.

[@stevep2430]

We are lucky down in oz, we have the Maton and Cole Clarke brands. Both fantastic.

[@klausfahnle1925]

Add fenech to that list..

[@jackyvanhal9514]

What a performance! Thanks JJ for the nice introduction.Great sound !

[@tomwilliams5196]

Well done Justin fantastic to promote our Australian made guitars keep it up mate! 👍🙏

[@rondakriewitz5804]

I'm pretty sure this will be the sweeetest thing i'll hear all day long, and it totally works.

[@lisascajunmoon]

Absolutely beautiful

[@robertdavis1255]

Thanks for sharing... great video & presentation ....I purchased my first Maton guitar in 1962 & it lasted many years before passing it on to my son...I have been playing with a Yamaha acoustic of late & I do miss the Maton...I am 78 yrs old so not sure if I will update or change now even though I am tempted to purchase another Maton ... cheers from Australia 😀

[@edpfaff4479]

Excellent video review of this fine Maton guitar from Australia, and absolutely brilliant blues picking at the end of the video. In my humble opinion Maton guitars are right there amongst the best and sound incredible amplified. Thank you Justin Johnson.

[@joebloggs4362]

When I purchased my first Maton, I lived and worked on an Island Resort in Hospitality. I put the guitar on the boat and into the hands of the guitarist who was playing at the Bar that night, and he played it for hours before commenting on how good it was, and that I had graciosly let him play it for his gig. It was awesome, a Sept 2000 Maton TE1 Artist, still awesome to this day. ❤️

[@liveliferusty734]

Love how he makes me smile on so many of his videos. His humor is in line with mine

[@ronaldgoff6201]

And I wanna thank you J. J., for playing with the mastery of your craft brother.... And for making me think, "Damn! I gotta keep practicing and playing and listening, and working, and then never standing a chance of approaching your amazing musicianship!! Which is fine with me because I have so much fun listening to you and seeing your take on some truly amazing instruments. Keep Rocking Justin and I'll keep watching.

[@MoreMushroomThanMan]

Simply gorgeous, both in ascetic & sound. 👏🏻

[@luluwinke6581]

slightly new here, the natural sound sheesh Justin, you are the best teacher, etc.....December 23, 2021 like miniture pianos only with [lively finger] strumming, excellent

[@Mutant_11]

I'm listening through a headset. Talk about power.

[@ElisabethKlaassen]

Beautiful acoustic playing and intervieuw Justin thank you very much and a wonderful guitar... LG Elisabeth.

[@pkjmfineart1593]

A Maton acoustic "knows" if the player has cred or not. Therefore Justin old m8, ^^ it sings for you. Superb review and demo thank you. 8^) Andy Allen, Maton world class luthier and custom shop head, has only just retired. The world will never EVER be the same as it was. I grew up in the suburb next to Matons location BEFORE I discovered guitar - oh how different things might have been.

[@francoisbarras2086]

Simplement magnifique 😎🤠🎸 la grande classe 🤗

[@Bixll09]

I guess we know why Tommy plays them. Fantastic guitars

[@rob9340]

Beat me to it!

[@ConwayBob]

Joe Robinson too!

[@tdub5776]

Tommy plays them because they are given to him. Doesn’t mean they are the best.

[@ConwayBob]

@@tdub5776 -- Do you think he would play them if they were crap?

[@swacoustic]

And slash

[@kevinbarrett5396]

I play a cole clark fl3, has a bunya top same as this very similar woods and mic setup. Matons are superb incredible guitars very hard to beat and family owned can make or break a company, in this case the former.

[@MyTubelessification1]

well played Justin. i have the six and 12 string, and play them every day. it could be a while before i do as well as you. thanks for the enjoyable session from over there, from over here, down under. tony.

[@hkguitar1984]

Great Review Sir. I do believe it would be "Dingo"! "There was a farmer who had a dog, and Bingo was his name-o. B-I-N-G-O" The original song B-I-N-G-O was first published in 1780 England. Being that the song is English in origin and that this fine instrument is from Australia, changing to the term "Dingo" seems very appropriate. What a beautifully sounding/articulate guitar, it's voice is special and has that something extra. Again, Thank You JJ

[@gauloiscalifornien]

talented guitar player, anything will sound good with him.

[@edwardsn3670]

My Top mind : Maton = Tommy Emmanuel Tommy Emmanuel = Maton ❤️

[@malcolmironmonger]

Hey Justin. I can make the best guitar in the world.... All I need is you to play it. You make anything sound world-class 🙂

[@jack1234356]

Played the 808 model the other day they are very sweet !!!

[@JustinGuitarTime]

I feel like jamming with you would be a golden moment, keep up the hard work Justin! Appreciate you lots 😁

[@jimiroller]

I was at the shop trying out martins and I played two chords on a Maton and I instantly bought it, incredible instruments. Btw your guitar playing is incredible

[@wesleycardinal8869]

I had one for a while, it had a big beautiful voice. But I sold it as it was just too big to play comfortably sitting down - which is what I mostly do. The smaller 808 model would be a good choice, but if you're playing on stage standing, its a great big sounding instrument.

[@mariorabottini5687]

Gidday fella! I’ve had Matons for many years….actually one of my friends worked at Maton for many years his name was Chris Finch! They are an amazing instrument…but I have to say Justin in your hands you make that guitar sound absolutely incredible! Cheers from Melbourne Australia!

[@drjcwardjr]

Beautiful guitar…beautiful, balanced tone and sustain! 😎👍🇺🇸

[@lisascajunmoon]

You are great. I love your music

[@JoeCardilino]

Always feel like I learn a ton on these short takes and the bad ass blues are soo nice, thanks again Justin!!!

[@klausfahnle1925]

Love Matons, have 3 of them but recently purchased a Fenech guitar .. also Australian hand built and imho now take it up to Maton…

[@G-gnome]

The only guitar with a double claro cigar holder! Nyeaaaaah see! ~Edward G Robinson

[@joebloggs24]

Just purchased one just like this today, absolutely one of the best allround guitars that Maton make. Can't wait for it to arrive. My Dad said he wants to learn to play so I'll leave it with him in his house and see if he tries it out

[@brianjarred340]

Hey mate I can see the enjoyment your getting from this Aussie guitar

[@SuperProphet5]

Who are the people that hit the thumbs down? They must be tone def or just def. I wish that I would win the lottery so I could buy one of each of the guitars that you demonstrate. You do a great job of describing all of the positive qualities of every guitar you feature. Do you get to keep them after your demonstrations? That would be sweet.

[@nesta8518]

Well known secret here in Australia. Up there with the best (only slightly cheaper). Many of our famous and up and coming guitarists use only these when gigging

[@markrichards8670]

Lotta smiles this morning! You vewey funny guy! I chuckled at your intro. Good stuff JJ. Cheers Mark

[@jaivkoltun4948]

. . . 'Or would that be DINGO in Australia'. . . You crack me up. Great review, full of style and wit. Justin you do this fine instrument justice. . . Blessings. . .

[@dougdavis8986]

I can see Tom Selleck riding out of the outback on a pissed off kangaroo.

[@hofnerna7743]

great sounding guitar and playing perfection!

[@stigandersen5495]

That sounds Gold! And your playing....fantastic!!:-)

[@nikkmorse]

Everything you play sounds incredible...🤘🏼😈🤘🏼

[@thuptendlama6091]

Happy birthday Johnson

[@daveblevins3322]

I guess we could say Tommy Emanuel had some influence.?? Maybe not. I don't know. Thank you Justin 👍

[@Aangel452]

They are the best sound here in OZ, as well as the gloss feel finnishes for real feeling of a guitar body. They make you one with the guitar. It’s such a clear sound, especially the 12 string. They also make for great flamingo guitars. good one Justin! You have the amicus touch!

[@gotchagoing8843]

WOW !!!!

[@TheMDJ2000]

You should also try out Cole Clark guitars if you can find them where you are. A worthy competitor to Maton, also made here in Melbourne using Australian tone woods. Mine has a Queensland Maple neck and a Bunya Pine soundboard.

[@jimmyb4982]

Yeah, CC guitars are quality. Tried a Pratley?

[@j200man]

Very thoughtful and articulate review!

[@bluejayfabrications2216]

Quality is always a good investment

[@bessiebraveheart]

Hi from England, great guitar, but Justin is a great player.

[@vehdynam]

Thanks for that explanation , and your fantastic playing !

[@robinemery]

Sounds all around amazing❤️thanks for sharing this amazing 🎸 ❤️❤️JJ❤️❤️

[@pauleasterbrook2036]

Good Vid Bro Australia cheers

[@TaiChiBeMe]

Paul Jacobson (American maker) has used a similar head stock for decades.

[@scottdejong2406]

The original title for this video was fucking hilarious!

[@davidmuzyk9548]

I’ve owned one of these since 2008… so amazing to think it’s still being produced as one of Matons flag ship models. Solid review… I wonder if there has been many changes since 2008?

[@andrewksadventures]

Not sure when all the changes happened but they used to be all gloss a long while back. Until recently the top was standard in AAA grade Spruce. Newest changes are the Desert Acacia fretboard and bridge to make it all Aussie timbers, as it was rosewood or ebony in the past. The neck also was formerly made of Queensland maple and now is Blackwood as mentioned. Hard to know what yours would consist of unless it's on a checklist or spec sheet when purchased?

[@WaylonBallard]

Great review Justin. Now that you're playing them both, I'm curious and would really appreciate your thoughts on the EA80C vs the EBW70c??

[@andrewksadventures]

Ditto! 👍

[@paulajohnson139]

Love that guitar and its sound!!! Great job, Justin.

[@virgilioalbarese2603]

this might fix my conclusion - thankx alot JJ - sound and handmade art - GREAT !

[@RichB07]

That's sweet !!! Not just anybody can make it sound that good . 🤟

[@jimsherlock6015]

Would love to add a Maton to my guitarsenal !!!

[@ianmckinnon8461]

i have a few there, gorgous tone ...John butler plays great 12 string maton. playing slide sounds rich too

[@cooperkelley597]

So Justin I want Maton acoustic Guitar