Maton Serial Number | Search

Maton is known for using batches of serial numbers sporadically. It is not uncommon to find a guitar with a numerically lower serial number that was actually shipped after a higher number due to warehouse storage logistics or custom order delays.

For decades, Maton has stood as Australia’s preeminent guitar manufacturer, revered worldwide for their exquisite acoustic tones—most famously heard on Tommy Emmanuel’s signature models. Whether you’ve just inherited a vintage Maton, purchased a second-hand BB1200, or are verifying the provenance of a new Messiah model, performing a Maton serial number search is the single most critical step you can take.

But unlike Fender or Gibson, Maton’s serialization system has changed multiple times over its 75+ year history. A simple Google search often yields confusing, contradictory results. This guide will walk you through exactly how to decode, search, and understand your Maton’s serial number, covering everything from the 1940s to the present day.

Let’s walk through an example search for a user named "Dave." maton serial number search

Dave's find: A second-hand Maton EBG808 with serial C 05 04 221.

Step 1: Check location – neck block label. Present.

Step 2: Modern format? Yes (C + two-digit year + month). Maton is known for using batches of serial

Step 3: Decode – 2005, April. Unit 221.

Step 4: Official site search – Returns "Maton EBG808 Australian Blackwood, Gloss Natural, Factory installed AP5."

Step 5: Dave now knows he has a mid-2000s model, pre-AP5-Pro upgrade. He confirms the price is fair ($1,800 AUD). Consult manufacturer resources:

Without the search, he might have guessed it was a 2010 model and overpaid.

A significant obstacle in Maton serial number searches is the lack of a comprehensive, public-facing database comparable to Gibson’s serial number decoder. While Maton has internal records, the public relies on secondary sources:

Maton has used three main serial number systems.

If your Maton has electric components (AP5 pickup, or an electric solid body like the MS500), pull the control cavity cover. The volume/tone pots have date codes (e.g., 137 7829 = 1978, week 29). The guitar is usually built 3-6 months after the pot date.