MATON GUITARS
PROUDLY AUSTRALIAN MADE SINCE 1946
COMPANY BACKGROUND
Maton was founded in Melbourne in 1946 by Bill May, the name Maton is derived from a combination of “May” and “Tone”, It is still a 100% family owned Australian company now operated by Linda & Neville Kitchen (Bill May’s daughter and son in law).
Bill was a jazz musician, woodwork teacher, and luthier when he decided to build his first guitar in the early 1940’s. Shortly afterwards, Bill established a custom guitar manufacturing and repair business know as “Maton Stringed Instruments and Repairs”. This enterprise was so successful that Bill was able to convince his older brother, Reg, to join him as a full time guitar maker and in March 1946 the “Maton Musical Instruments Company” was born.
The success of this Australian icon is largely due to the inspiration and creativity Bill May possessed and was able to reproduce in his instruments. Having established Maton as Australia’s longest running and most successful guitar manufacturer pioneering the use of many Australian wood species in guitar construction, Bill May is regarded by many Australian luthiers as the founding father of their industry and his contribution has been recognized with his induction into the Australian Music hall of fame.
Maton specialise in creating superb guitars from Australian timbers such as Blackwood, Bunya, Satin Box, Queensland Maple and Queensland Walnut. Although still making instruments to strict quality guidelines set out 60 years ago, the company now utilises the latest CNC Technology to manufacture with greater accuracy and consistency to take this uniquely Australian brand to the world. But do not be fooled, the majority of work to create every guitar is still done by hand, making every guitar original in its own right.
Maton manufactures it’s own pick-ups as it is considered essential to have control over the sound of both the acoustic instrument and it’s internal amplification system. After much research and development the Maton pick-up system was developed in the mid 90’s. A further innovation occurred when in conjunction with Tommy Emmanuel; the APMic system was developed. This system utilises both the piezo based system and a microphone which is located within the guitar body to deliver the natural acoustic sounds within the guitar body. The APMic is found in Maton’s high-end models and custom orders.
The Maton logo is easily identified wherever you look whether it is television or live performances, with the most respected artists choosing to play the instrument for no other reason than that it is amongst the finest in the world.
The First 3 tracks off the long awaited Storm Demo have finally been posted while we hunt down a record deal and a booking agent. Check em out and get back to us!
Hi friend, if you have the time we would love you to come & see us THIS SATURDAY NIGHT at The Harp in Tempe supporting Sideways Hitchhiker & Tin Alley, other bands include Laura Noir Solo (from The Kthanxbyes) & One Jonathan.
900 Princes Hwy Tempe NSW 2044 Ph 95596300, Tempe, Sydney, New South Wales 2044
Palladium 8 playing at The Harp! 5 band line up including:
Sideways HitchhikerWebsite - Now writing & recording with Paul Mac & The Presets Tin AlleyWebsite - From Melbourne touring Sydney Laura Noir Solo from The KthanxbyesWebsite - JJJ Unearthed & Hottest 100 finalists 2008 One JonathanWebsite - Well known Central Coast reggae rockers
So much talent in one night, seriously! Easy parking, Tempe train station or 422 Bus. Hot food available.
My Maton has a guest appearance in my new video clip Mr Moonbeam which shall be released in the near future with PLW! I luv my Maton. Yours in music, Anni Lang
Hey , I recorded a new song today. Simon Gardner played guitar on it using a 1994 em225c - the guitar came up really well. Its on my myspace page and is called 'Plans Made' Thanks for making great guitars. Jill Beth
‘Melting Pot is a fun new night that promotes, supports and provides opportunities for those looking to get experience in the music and related industries’.....And most importantly provide Melbourne's plethora of singer/songwriters a place to perform. Upstairs in Vibe Cafe on Smith St, Fitzroy. An intermit environment of 3 Local singer/songwriters sitting together ‘in a round’ taking in turns to share their songs and stories. A great Friday night out! ......6 artist for $5!!!!! First round starts at 8pm. Second round 10pm Shane will be playing in the 2nd round of the evening. Cost: Just $5 Feel free to check out the other artist in the round: myspace.com/nyssabradsworth myspace.com/johnlingardmusic
This happens EVERY Friday night. If you havent been to a Melting Pot yet....It's about time you treat yourself. Keep up to date at: www.myspace.com/meltingpotonline
Come down and check it out soon. I'll be playing this Friday if you're interested...
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