Where to Find the Serial Number on a Maton Guitar
Visible directly through the soundhole. The white/gold paper label states the model name, serial number, and technician signature.
Stamped directly into the wooden block at the neck join inside the acoustic sound chamber.
On solidbody electrics like the MS500 or MS2000, serials are stamped on the rear headstock or control cavity backplate.
Maton Serial Number Formats & Historical Dating Cheat-Sheet
| Production Era | Serial Format | Decoding Rule / Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modern Production (2000–Present) | Sequential numbers 25,000 to 60,000+ | Continuous sequential numbers originating from Maton Box Hill facility in Melbourne. | #48200 -> Built ~2018-2022 |
| Date Tag Stamps (Post-2005) | MMYY (e.g. 0521) | Two digits for month followed by two digits for year. | 0521 -> May 2021 build date |
| Vintage Eras (1946–1980s) | Sequential ranges 001 to 20,000 | Historical batches tracking Canterbury and early Melbourne workshop output. | #8500 -> 1970s Australian era |
Frequently Asked Questions: Dating & Authenticating Maton
Are all Maton guitars made in Australia?
Yes! Every authentic Maton guitar is 100% handcrafted in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, utilizing sustainable native timbers like Australian Blackwood and Queensland Maple.
What is the most famous Maton acoustic model?
The EBG808TE (Tommy Emmanuel Signature) and the Messiah series (EM100C) are globally renowned for their acoustic resonance and dual-source AP5 Pro pickup systems.
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