Maton cannot overstate the power and the punch of the BG808 Series. Within the smaller shape lies a mighty bass response and a focused projection, ideally suited for the recording studio. Since 1978, the 808 series has stood the test of time and is now available in several different tone-wood configurations.
With a sound board of solid spruce, solid Blackwood back and sides and one of the world's finest acoustic pickups in the AP5-PRO. With its dominant live tone The EBG808 Artist is the guitar of choice for players all over the world.
Type |
Acoustic/Electric |
Colour |
Natural |
Orientation |
Right Handed |
Number of Strings |
6 |
Body Shape |
808 Cutaway |
Body Material |
Spruce with Blackwood Back and Sides |
Body Finish |
Satin |
Neck Material |
Select Queensland Maple |
Fretboard Material |
Ebony |
Number of Frets |
21 (Jescar FW43080 wires) |
Fretboard Inlays |
Mother of Pearl Snowflakes |
Fretboard Radius |
304.8mm (12") |
Nut Material |
Bone |
Nut Width |
44.1mm (1.736" - 1 47/64") |
Electronics |
AP5 PRO |
Pickguard |
Tortoiseshell with Gold M |
Bridge |
Ebony Bridge with Bone Saddle and Ivory ABS Pins |
Tuners |
Gold Grover Rotomatic |
Strings |
Elixir Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze 12-53 |
Case/ Bag |
Standard Maton Hardcase |