Maton

Maton

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Also known as: Maton Guitars

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Maton is an Australian musical instrument manufacturer founded in 1946 by Bill Maton. The company is best known for its high-quality acoustic guitars, which are made with locally sourced woods and are highly regarded for their rich tone and craftsmanship.

Maton guitars gained recognition for their solid construction, clear tone, and use of Australian timber, such as Queensland maple and Tasm...

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Maton is an Australian musical instrument manufacturer founded in 1946 by Bill Maton. The company is best known for its high-quality acoustic guitars, which are made with locally sourced woods and are highly regarded for their rich tone and craftsmanship.

Maton guitars gained recognition for their solid construction, clear tone, and use of Australian timber, such as Queensland maple and Tasmanian oak. The brand became especially popular in the 1960s and 1970s, with notable artists like Tommy Emmanuel and John Butler using their instruments.

Today, Maton continues to produce premium acoustic guitars, electric guitars, and basses, maintaining its reputation for craftsmanship and innovation. The brand remains a staple in the Australian music scene and has gained international acclaim for its unique sound and quality.

Maton has 66 products cataloged on Equipboard, including Acoustic-Electric Guitars, Solid Body Electric Guitars, and Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitars. Their gear is featured by 79 artists, with the strongest followings in Rock, Pop, and Folk, World, & Country. Notable users include Josh Homme, Jesse Hughes, and Tommy Emmanuel. Most Maton products sit firmly in the high-end, boutique range.

Artists Who Use Maton

Josh Homme uses 7 Maton  products

Josh Homme

Guitarist · Kyuss

Jesse Hughes uses 7 Maton  products

Jesse Hughes

Singer, Guitarist · The Desert Sessions

Tommy Emmanuel uses 4 Maton  products

Tommy Emmanuel

Guitarist

John Butler uses 3 Maton  products

John Butler

Guitarist · The John Butler Trio

Billie Joe Armstrong uses 2 Maton  products

Billie Joe Armstrong

Singer, Guitarist · Green Day

George Harrison uses 2 Maton  products

George Harrison

Singer, Guitarist · The Beatles

Slash uses 2 Maton  products

Slash

Guitarist · Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

Daniel Johns uses 2 Maton  products

Daniel Johns

Singer, Guitarist · Silverchair

Keith Urban uses 2 Maton  products

Keith Urban

Guitarist, Bassist · Artists of Then, Now & Forever

Courtney Barnett uses 2 Maton  products

Courtney Barnett

Singer, Guitarist

Jim Adkins uses 2 Maton  products

Jim Adkins

Singer, Guitarist · Jimmy Eat World

Neil Finn uses 2 Maton  products

Neil Finn

Singer, Guitarist · Fleetwood Mac

Alberto Ferrari uses 2 Maton  products

Alberto Ferrari

Singer, Guitarist · Verdena

Colin Hay uses 2 Maton  products

Colin Hay

Singer, Guitarist · Men at Work

Murray Cook uses 2 Maton  products

Murray Cook

Singer, Guitarist · The Wiggles

Luke Pritchard uses 2 Maton  products

Luke Pritchard

Singer, Guitarist · The Kooks

Anthony Field uses 2 Maton  products

Anthony Field

Singer, Guitarist · The Wiggles

Justin Sandercoe uses 2 Maton  products

Justin Sandercoe

Guitarist

Ziggy Alberts uses 2 Maton  products

Ziggy Alberts

Singer, Guitarist

Emma Watkins uses 2 Maton  products

Emma Watkins

Singer, Drummer · The Wiggles

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