Maton RM-808 Redwood Acoustic Guitar

With the introduction of the Redwood Series, Maton has found a new voice in the world of acoustic guitars. There is something truly magical in the tone produced by the combination of a Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) soundboard and Tasmanian Myrtle (Nothofagus cunninghamii) back and sides. The Redwood is plantation grown and sustainably harvested from the Otway Ranges in Victoria, while the Myrtle comes from Maton’s longstanding supplier in Tasmania, who also provides the timber used to build the Joe Robinson Signature model.

Tonally, Redwood can be compared to Western Red Cedar, though it offers a stronger treble presence and a more dynamic response than typically found in Cedar. Tasmanian Myrtle (or Tassie Myrtle, as we Aussies call it) delivers a smooth, maple-like tone, and when paired with Redwood it adds an extra layer of warmth and sustain to the overall sound of the instrument.

The result is intriguing. The tone produced by these guitars is rich and complex, with all the expected frequencies present and something more beyond them. The blend of overtones and the sensitivity to subtle variations in playing technique open up new possibilities for the player, creating an instrument that is both inspiring and hard to put down.

This product is covered by a 1 year manufacturer warranty.

Although we are not authorised to determine if any repair is covered under warranty, if the item was purchased through World of Music, then we are often the best people to facilitate the claim for you and will do so as timely as possible. Warranty does not apply to cosmetic damage or faults that are a result of user neglect. Although your mate is really handy with a soldering iron, any product modification or home repair will also result in a void warranty.

Quite often, something perceived as a fault is as simple as a faulty cable or power issue so we always suggest checking over Frequently Asked Questions on the manufacturer website first. It can be a helpful approach to getting to the bottom of a problem and save you a lot of time in getting your gear back up and running!

This item ships via courier; fully insured for your peace of mind. Orders require a signature on delivery and we suggest using an address where someone will be present for the speediest delivery time. For delivery attempts with no one present to sign, your order will be taken to the courier depot and a card will be left for you to organise redelivery.