Description

With the launch of the Redwood Series, Maton has uncovered a fresh sonic character in the acoustic guitar world. There’s a certain magic that comes from pairing a Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) soundboard with Tasmanian Myrtle (Nothofagus cunninghamii) back and sides. The Redwood is plantation-grown and sustainably sourced from the Otway Ranges in Victoria, while the Myrtle comes from Maton’s long-time Tasmanian supplier — the same source used for the Joe Robinson Signature model.

Sonically, Redwood shares some qualities with Western Red Cedar, but with a more pronounced top-end shimmer and a livelier dynamic response than cedar typically offers. Tasmanian Myrtle (or “Tassie Myrtle,” as we call it here) brings a smooth, maple-like character, and when paired with Redwood it adds a touch of extra warmth and sustain to the overall voice of the instrument.

The end result is captivating. These guitars deliver a richly layered tone where all the familiar frequencies are present — yet there’s an added depth that keeps revealing itself. Subtle changes in your touch bring out different overtones and textures, opening up new expressive possibilities. It’s the kind of guitar that draws you in… and makes it very hard to put back down.

Specifications

Guitar Name: Redwood 808
Series Name: Redwood Series
Product Code: RM-808
Body Shape: 808
Face: Redwood
Back And Sides: Tasmanian Myrtle
Soundhole Diameter: 95mm
Neck: Queensland Maple
Fingerboard And Bridge: Streaky Ebony
Bracing: Scalloped Maton X
Face Inlay Rosette: SINGLE 5 PLY BWBWB
Binding: 5ply purfling/Black ABS
Scale Length: 25.5"
Headstock Veneer: Standard with Tasmanian Myrtle Veneer
Fretwire: Jescar FW43080
Number Of Frets: 21
Fretboard Radius: 12"
Nut Width: 1.736" - 1 47/64"
14th Fret Width: 2.165" - 2 11/64
Fingerboard Inlays: 6mm Mother of Pearl Dots
Back And Sides Finish: Satin/Natural
Top Finish: Satin/Natural
Bridge Pins: Ivory ABS
Machine Heads: Chrome Grover Rotomatic
Pickguard: Black
End Pin Strap: Chrome
Nut And Saddle: Bone
Guitar Case: Standard Maton Case
Pickup: AP5 PRO
Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Phospher Bronze 12 - 53
SKU
RM-808
Model #
RM-808
Barcode
930028000753
Brand
Maton

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Reviews

Maton

Maton Redwood 808 Acoustic-Electric Guitar

Tasmanian Myrtle Top, Redwood Back and Sides

Read reviews · SKU RM-808
$2,599.00 $2,699.00
Price includes GST
Sale ends 30 Jun 2026


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