The shape and material of the internal wood braces changed as design philosophies evolved.

A typical modern serial number looks like this:

If your manual search leaves you uncertain, you can contact Maton support through their official website. Provide them with: The exact serial number. The model name.

Every Maton instrument is assigned a unique serial number, which serves as a fingerprint that identifies the instrument's production date, model, and specifications. The serial number is usually printed on a label or engraved on the instrument's body, neck, or headstock. Maton's serial number system has evolved over the years, but it typically consists of a combination of letters and numbers that provide valuable information about the instrument.

A 4, 5, or 6-digit code usually formatted as (Year/Month/Day/Production Number) or a continuous string of numbers. How to Decode Modern Numbers:

If the online tool doesn't recognize your number, you might be dealing with a one-off custom shop model or a prototype. In these cases, direct email correspondence with Maton is your best path. If you are trying to find the value of your instrument, a good estimate can be found by looking at completed listings on sites like and eBay Australia . Comparing guitars with similar serial numbers and condition will give you a realistic market value.

During this golden era of Australian rock, Maton used a mix of system codes.

Maton often uses specific, high-quality hardware (like Grover tuners in modern models).

Today, Maton uses a much clearer and more detailed system. The modern approach often uses a combination of numbers and letters to provide a wealth of information:

From 2014 onwards, Maton transitioned to a letter-based coding system where , and so on. Format Example: 2DB