Until the late 1930’s the Australian guitar manufacturing industry was virtually non existent and good quality guitars were hard to find. The best guitars, it was well understood, came from the U.S.A. Bill May, a Melbourne born jazz musician, woodwork teacher, and luthier, decided to change all that… Maton are Australia’s leading manufacturer of Acoustic and Acoustic / Electric Guitars. We pride ourselves on making the best guitars possible at a price musicians can afford! Please take some time to view our range of superbly handcrafted Guitars, Accessories and Custom Options.
Hi, has anyone got one of these for sale please?
How much do you reckon it’s worth? I have a C30 original I bought in 1967. I had $500+ upgrade work done on it by a Sydney luthier. New keys, refret, repair to the fingernail dings in the fretboard, action adjustment. Nothing done to the few scratchers and small dings here and there. Would have diminished it’s character. Has been played to death. Great tone. Just interested in the value of what I have. Have original Stamford made guitar case but store guitar in a new case purchased last year. Bought from Laurie Marvin’s guitar shop Hurstville in 1967. My second guitar. Chopped first one up for firewood. Bought that one at Palings at Christmas in 1965 for $19. It was a real el cheapo steel string finger slicer. Couldn’t play it without going to hospital afterwards.
Hi is anyone interested in a Maton C30 Serial number 282. It is well played so I am open to offers, but dont be ridiculous. Peter 0437882916
I am interested! Can you send photos and price expectation? This model was my first guitar, I bought it from a guy off Trading Post for $30, saved like mad to get it, and loved the sound.
Hi all,
An older relative has a Maton K10 that he purchased around 1960. He’s kept it well but doesn’t need it any longer.
Does anyone know how much it would sell for? And if so, the best place to sell it?
Thanks,
Sharon
I have a black maton WSG/6 – Wildcat Acoustic electric 6 String. It has a moulded back and there are apparently only 78 made. Does anyone know anything about this guitar at all or how much it might be worth. Serial number says 066 (1191)
Any info would be great thanks.
G’day,
Was after some sort of formal diagram explaining how the pickups operate as I’ve given my daughter a guitar and want her to fully understand what does what. Haven’t come across any leaflet/release from Maton themselves and have searched high and low online. Cheers
Does anyone know the value of a Maton Sapphire SG 124 – 11/79?
Hey I know this is from nearly a year ago but I have the same model. Looking to sell – did you get any replies?
Based in Melbourne. May sell if the price is right.
Anyone with any further info on this guitar? Seems rare, haven’t found another searching online.
It has numbers and all but appears a batch of files hiding in Maton so finding hard to get all specs
Beautiful sound, everyone who hears or plays it comments so. Lovely neck, fits my smaller female hand perfectly, not too wide across fretboard or neck too chunky, love it, but health one reason for letting go!
Anyway if anyone can let me know of guitar valuer or the lie, please help. I’m south of Newcastle, but anywhere is fine.
Thx
I have just re-strung my Maton Folk 150 12 string guitar and the action is as good as ever.
The serial number is 237 so looks quite rare.
It is for sale if anyone would like to see some photo’s
Many thanks
John
I have a Maton C-15 for sale. Serial no. 131 out of 352 manufactured, so probably one of those made in 1974. (The Maton site doesn’t divide them by year.)
https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/penrith/guitars-amps/maton-c-15-classical-nylon-string-acoustic-guitar-1974/1217946589
Don’t be put off by the price – it’s an attention-grabbing device.
It’s not in great condition – ass a young backpacker, I took it around the world with me in 1979/80 – but I can’t find evidence that one has been sold before.
Hi
I’m looking for a Maton C50 guitar to buy
Does anyone know of one for sale?
Thanks
I have one for sale. 1976 vintage.
Cheers,
The Duck
Still for sale? Paul 0410646076
Hi Paul,
I have a Maton C50 that might be for sale.
I am the second owner. 1979 vintage.
Situated in Brisbane
Anyone know the age of a Maton C 50, number inside is 383, and value
Hi
I have a Maton C 50 …. they were made in 1988 – and I believe there were only about 700 made. I have #372!! It’s still gorgeous and so easy to play.
did you buy that guitar?
jc
Anyone got a Maton Classical?
Cosmetic condition unimportant!
I’m looking to buy one ..
Hi Benny.
Are you still looking for a C50? I have a 1975 S/N 556 276 in excellent condition for sale.
Cheers,
Davi
can you tell me what you are looking for.
we should have a c-50 coming in next month.
once we cave it in the shop and check it out, it will be for sale.
if there is work to do on it, it will be available in december.
thanks, alan
Gday it’s been a while but did you sell you Maton C50 Classical?
did you find a guitar?
going through it now and setting it up for sale next week.
i will have one for sale next month once we get it in and go through it.
drop me a line and i will keep you informed.
alan
Hi Maton owners,
I have a Maton HG 100 flat top. Can anyone tell me what are the best strings to use on it.
Thank you’ John
I have a Maton FG150 made in 1971. 12 String Acoustic in Excellant as new condition. I am wondering what it’s value is? Thanks. T.
Anyone know of a Left Handed Maton ElToro for sale?
It would probably be mine and I would love to buy it.
Hi. I have a Maton Starline EG90 in very good condition. It plays beautifully for such an old treasure. I did see an earlier post that they were worth around $1500. Is this correct. I have researched through the Maton Archives that it was manufactured in 1962 and 44 of them were made. Is this an acurate valuation? They were quite an expensive guitar in their day and given the new model is around 8 grand I would have thought that they were worth a lot more. Thanks. Dean
Hello fellow aficionados.
I have a 1972 Maton C50. I have played it all over the place. The tuners were replaced 25 years ago with gold plated Grovers. There is a slight bridge repair which was done in the Kinman factory years ago. It is in really good condition but as I have played it often and in many pubs and bbqs it has “patina”. Genuine patina, not put on by an angle grinder and sandpaper. Does anyone have an idea of the value? It rings like a bell.
Hi , still looking for a mint/excellent original condition maton C30 classical guitar call me/ txt me anytime 04174918204
Can anyone tell me anything about this particle guitar as it needs some work and was wondering if it’s worth doing up
Hi Everyone, I have an old C30 that needs a little work. Any thoughts on value? It is probably around 1966 -67.
Cheers Rusty 0418345575
Hi people. MAYBE someone on this page has a Flamingo or Fyrbyrd for sale? Just asking. Cheers Edge. 0409608518.
Hi,
I’m looking to sell my Maton guitar. It’s model number is: EBG808CLG. Serial number: 1307 (07/06) Cherry Red Gloss
Thanks.
Hi Ruby. Can I have some more info about the Maton please. I am interested in buying. Either email or ring on 0409608518. Cheers! Edge
Hey now. I have a 1963 Maton Alver in quite good condition. I live in the U.S. and happened upon this guitar while spending a few years in Australia.
I can’t seem to find any info on it. How many were made, how many exist, value, and maybe even rarity in the States? I just wanna know what I’ve got.
Thanks if you read or respond. Cheers.
I have a vintage Maton MGB4 bass for sale in original hard case all exceptional condition.
Make me an offer.
What year was the MG made?
Anybody got a Maton EG 240 supreme for sale 0439941784
I forgot to mention that I have another Maton Electric Guitar.It is black and white with Hi/Low or Hi Fi/Lo Fi on the pickup selector.I also use this guitar onstage and in the studio.I will contact you in regards to the details and serial number of this beautiful MATON ELECTRIC GUITAR.It also has a coil tap switch and is a versatile and wonderful instrument.THANKYOU AGAIN MATON GUITARS,THE WORLD’S BEST.I also intend to use my picture of my EG 240 Supreme Electric Guitar,Red,Serial number 1623 to post to VINTAGE GUITAR MAGAZINE,to which I am a subscriber.THANKYOU,Regards,MARK RYAN
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hi i am still looking for a mint,/ excellent condition maton C30 classical only original condition, no train wrecks, call me murray 0417491820
Hi there
I am looking for a acoustic Maton Messiah Guitar in the Cairns area for my client. He wants to try it out before buying the guitar, could you please assist me?
What is the value of a 1962 Maton acoustic model: Country Western 109?
Model: Country Western 100
Its a 12 string electric solid body maton with tremolo .I bought it in 1979 from a Tasmanian guy who said it was used in the Jesus Christ Superstar stage show. The body is a blonde colour with a black plate that the three lots of pickups is on it has three chrome with black slider switches and three pot switches… as you can see I play sax :/ It has a maton plate at the base of the neck. Any ideas anyone???? WHat is it? Is it worth anything?
Hey mate.
Please reply if you still have the maton.
Keen to chat.
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My mother died recently and I have her acoustic vintage guitar with case for sale. It is a Maton HG.25 No. 115 manufactured between 1950-52. Only 53 were made. It was manufactured from solid Spruce face, solid Queensland Maple back and sides, she was sole owner. It’s condition is middling, photos available. I would like to know its value and if anyone is interested, please send me an email.
Hi Carol, I am genuinely interested in the Maton HG25 guitar. Please contact me on 0413 339 946 thanks Mark
I also have an HG25 (not for sale). I’d expect value to be between $2-3000 depending on condition
Hi Carol.
I am interested in buying a vintage Maton Jumbo. Please SMS me on 0427329347 if it is still for sale. Cheers. Leigh
Trying to find someone that can identify a Maton Flamenco Acoustic guitar. There are no markings that I can find, i.e., Model, S/N, etc., but I do have pictures. Does anybody know where I can send the picture for possible identification?
hi , this is murray, i am still interested in mint c45 or c30, my number is 0417491820 call me
Maton Tasman CW60 , number 073 of 108, made 11/81
was this made in australia or japan
good condition, lovely to play
cheers, Greg
Hi my name is Bazz. I have a Maton Mayfair Royale s/n A 155 blonde arch top from 1951 that maybe for sale to the wright collector?
This guitar is in fair condition and its case in less fair condition. Maton has advised the it is one of only 175 made in 1951. This hand carved
big arch top guitar is awesome but not, suitable for my small collection and it’s not mine but, an old friends. looking for comments please..
sounds like the old Mayfair has stirred up a bit of interest. I had one once. Still for sale? Paul 0410646076
Hello Bazz,
If you still have the Maton Mayfair for sale, please email me.
Thanks
[email protected]
Hey mate,
I am keen on the Mayfair.
My number is 041 229 6413..
Please get in touch
or email
[email protected]
Hello Bazz,
Is this guitar still for sale?
Thanks
hey mate,
Please email me on [email protected] or sms me on 041 229 6413 or call of course… Really interested in the Mayfair…
Greg
Hi, Good to see a site devoted to Tommy Emmanuel’s favourite acoustic. My first Maton was an 1958 Maton Supreme. After a visit to a friend who had just spray painted his fridge ‘positano yellow’ and was eager to unleash his new found creative talent, the Maton was masked up and sprayed in the U.S. stars and stripes. Came out quite well but the days of the Maton’s status as a mint collectible were over. My next Maton, which I bought new and still own, is a mint condition 1964 DC 545 ‘crab claw’ double cutaway. The serial number is 231. This seems like a low number and it would be interesting to know how many were made. The guitar still has the music store’s sticker on the back of the head. (Musgroves.) With the exception of a missing Maton nameplate from the case, (probably ended up on the floor of some dive where we used to play,) everything is intact and completely original.
Hi I have a Maton c45 135 super condition with original leather case are you still looking
Hello,
I am interested in getting a Maton C45 in very good to mint condition and wondered if your guitar is still available.
hi, yes I’m still looking for a mint c45 so send me some photo,s and we can talk further, regards murray
Hi I have a Maton c45 135 super condition with original leather case are you still looking
hi, anyone out there with a mint original c30 or c45 maton classical for sale call or txt me on 0417491820, thanks regards murray
hi , anyone out there with a mint original c45, c30 maton classical, out there call me or txt me on 0417491820, all the best murray
Hey i just inherited a Maton acoustic guitar it is a C.25 in what i would deem near flawless quality but i would assume to a more guitar minded person they would find minor flaws but not anything really that would be to bad about it im just wondering if anyone could give me any further information on it as google isnt providing me with much its a Maton C.25 serial number is 228 (568) please email me with any info you have regarding it as i would love for it to goto someone that is going to use it as im not a music person my email address is [email protected]
hi , still chasing a mint c30 or c50, if you have one and are interested to sell at a fair price ,email me or call me or txt me on 0417491820, regards murray
Hi, I have a Maton F10 (1171) could anyone tell me how much these guitars are worth? where is the best place to take the guitar and have it restored ? it has a broken string. cheers danniF
I brought this guitar second hand from Palings in about 1967 & for most of those years the case has not been opened. I used it for lessons over a couple of years early on and then again more recently. The basic condition is good with no obvious areas of wear due to use (other than some scuffing from the plectrum). There are two small chips on the soundboard and some light scratches on the sides. The top coast is obviously aging. The hard case was made by Stammfords at Chatswood & may be older than the guitar, but is in useable, but now poor condition. It’s time for me to consider my options as I will not use it again. Any advice appreciated (as to value, methods for disposal).
any1 interested in maton sapphire deluxe
302/6? sms 0487 047 963 tx
I assume this has been sold
cheers
tk
Hey guys. I am after the original knobs that came with this model. Any ideas on where l could source them?
I may be able to help…
email me at [email protected]
I will ask around some of the collectors 🙂
Greg
I have a top of the line, cedar top, ebony fretboard Maton C50 classical guitar (1976) in excellent condition in original case.
Also a Maton Sapphire 3 pickup 303/6 (268) in very good to excellent for age condition. Great neck and frets…some fingerboard wear at the ‘camp-fire’ chords end. The original machine heads were upgraded to top quality models when the guitar was young. The guitar had a minor finish flaw near the bottom f-hole which was remedied by the Maton factory under warranty by fitting a custom-made, possibly unique, scratch-plate over the volume and tone controls.
The original owner had a friend who had a Sapphire with a fixed tail-piece, which he thought had better sustain, so he had professionally fitted a fixed tail piece. Later, he had it converted back to original, with the result that the 2 gold-finished tailpiece studs are visible under the original M trapeze tail-piece. The sun-burned finish has some age-related, visible up close, crazing on the front. The guitar is without the original case.
I’d greatly appreciate it if any knowledgeable person could give me some idea of the worth of each guitar. I can post pics if desired.
Hi roo I’m trying to track down a particular 3 pick up sunburst maton sapphire deluxe, the one I’m tracking down went missing in Sydney in the late 80’s/early 90’s. Any chance you got this one around that time?
i have old maton cant find anything about it all i got to go on is a label inside body of the old thing the label says B20 and what could b a 9 but looks more like a scroll also says made by maton victoria australia if anyone has any ideas please let me know thanks allH
I have a C45 which I bought from the Maton outlet at North Melbourne sometime in 1970. I was so smart that I saved $25 by not buying a case. Hmm.
This poor old instrument has withstood fourty three years of hard living but never have I felt the urge to sell or throw it onto the nearest tip. The finish is worn; it now shows its hard life, but, the neck is straight, the action is as good as the day it was bought, the intonation is perfect, the frets are still in top condition.
The tone is superb.
OK, there is a small split (about one inch long) on the sounding board. A piffling complaint.
After recently spending $140 on sprucing this instrument up (as much as possible) and buying a ninety dollar case, I feel a compelling urge to tell somebody who may understand the implications inherent in owning such a good and faithful friend: I will not sell it.
However, I am curious as to whether someone can indicate a reasonable value.
I’ve also accumulated a Maton EA80C – beautiful – four Fender guitars and four good amps.
Enough! Is there anyone around out there who just wants to talk (or crow) about their good fortune in having accumulated a good stable of instruments? I’ll answer any correspondence from anyone who’s not an obvious nut.
Hey All,
I have this old Maton Kid Capitol fair condition, I’ve had it sitting around for about 5 years and a mate of mine owned it before, anyone know possibly what it would be worth?
Cheers
B