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EM100C-808

Maton EM100C-808 Messiah Acoustic Electric Guitar

Available at Acoustic Centre Melbourne

Includes Hardshell Case

The Maton EM100C-808 Messiah Acoustic Electric Guitar is a testament to high-end craftsmanship, combining premium tonewoods and exceptional design. With a solid AAA-grade spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides, this 808 body model delivers a full, articulate sound with warmth, clarity, and resonance. The scalloped Maton X bracing and solid mahogany neck further enhance tonal richness, while the cutaway design offers excellent upper fret access for lead playing and expressive dynamics.

Originally redesigned in 2012, the EM100C-808 blends tradition and refinement, showcasing a herringbone rosette, maple pinstripe binding, and UV gloss finish that highlights the natural beauty of the wood. Equipped with the AP5-Pro pickup system, this guitar offers a faithful and powerful amplified tone, ideal for stage and studio alike. The signature “Messiah” pearl block inlay and gold Grover tuners elevate its visual appeal, making this instrument both a sonic powerhouse and a work of art.

  • Solid AAA-grade spruce top with Indian rosewood back and sides

  • 808 body with cutaway for comfort and extended playability

  • AP5-Pro pickup delivers natural, stage-ready amplified tone

  • Herringbone rosette and maple pinstripe binding add elegant touches

  • UV gloss finish enhances tonal projection and durability

 


  • Model: EM100 808 Messiah
  • Body Shape: 808
  • Soundboard: "AAA" Grade Spruce
  • Rosette: Herringbone
  • Bracing: Scalloped Maton X
  • Back and Sides: Indian Rosewood
  • Outer Binding: Rosewood w/Maple Pinstripe
  • Inner Binding: Herringbone
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Scale Length: 64.77cm (25.5")
  • Headstock Veneer: Rosewood,Maple Pinstripe/Keyhole
  • Fingerboard & Bridge: Ebony
  • Fretwire: Dunlop 6260
  • Number of Frets: 21
  • Fingerboard Radius: 304.8mm (12")
  • Nut Width: 44.1mm (1.736" - 1 47/64")
  • 14th Fret: Width 55mm (2.165" - 2 11/64")
  • Fingerboard Inlays: Pearl Snowflakes - "Messiah" Pearl Block on 17th Fret
  • Back & Sides Finish: UV Gloss/Natural
  • Top Finish: UV Gloss/Natural
  • Bridge Pins: Ivory ABS
  • Machine Heads: Gold Grover Rotomatic
  • Pickguard: Tortoiseshell
  • End Pin/Strap: Gold
  • Nut & Saddle: Bone
  • Case: Flight case
  • Pickup: AP5-Pro
  • Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze 12-53.

    Acoustic Centre offers free shipping on all new items to most locations within Australia on all orders over $99, excluding Western Australia, Northern Territory and Far North Queensland. Used items have a flat rate shipping fee of $59 within our usual shipping locations. We also offer competitive Express shipping options at checkout.

    Customers located in Western Australia, Northern Territory and Far North Queensland recieve free shipping on all accessory orders over $99, but will incur a flat rate instrument or large item shipping charge of $179 (or $299 for Express shipping).

    Occasionally due to issues with delivering to remote or unusual destinations, we aren't able to offer free postage. We reserve the right to retract the offer if freight costs exceed 15% of your purchase. We will always notify you if there is an issue and offer a full refund or arrange alternative delivery options.

    All strings and accessories will be shipped with tracking via courier or Australia Post. Other items including guitars and amplification equipment will be shipped using our courier service providers, with a tracking number and signature on delivery.

    The Acoustic Centre ships goods Australia-wide, however at this time we are unable to accept international orders.

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    We endeavour to show the actual instrument in stock whenever possible, but the guitar in stock may differ slightly from the one shown on our website. Materials used can look different from guitar to guitar, including timber grain and colour, parts colours and finishing. If an instrument is a one-of-a-kind or preowned guitar, the picture will always be of the actual guitar in stock, but production models may have slight variations to the picture shown.

    If you're after a particular look, feel free to email us at info@acousticcentre.com.au or send us a message through our chat service to request photos of the actual guitar in stock. We are more than happy to send through pictures of all in-stock guitars, to make your choice easier.

    Please note that returns will not be accepted for variations in timber grain /  colouring, finish variations and parts colouring, unless there is a fault with the instrument. If you have any questions at all regarding an instrument's appearance, just drop us a line - we're always happy to send photos, and if we have more than one instrument in stock you'll be able to choose the exact guitar that you receive!

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      18/02/2024
      LM
      LANCE M.
      Australia Australia

      Maton EM100C-808 Messiah Acoustic Electric Guitar

      An absolute dream guitar. Could not be happier with the purchase! The sound is amazing, and the overall finish is just superb. Many thanks to Dan for helping me with this online purchase. It’s the second Maton I have purchased through the Acoustic Centre, and both guitars received have been perfection. This one looks great next to the EA80C :) I highly recommend Acoustic Centre!

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      02/06/2022
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      Marta R.
      Australia Australia

      Maton 808 Messiah

      An amazing guitar in every way. Third maton from you guys, service and knowledge is second to none. Thanks

      Acoustic Centre Maton EM100C-808 Messiah Acoustic Electric Guitar Review
      12/03/2022
      T
      Trav
      Australia Australia

      In love all over again

      The experience with The Acoustic Centre, 1st class as always. The guitar, I love it. The finish and tone are exceptional. I was nervous about the neck's gloss finish, but after I played it, I couldn't put it down.

      17/04/2019
      JB
      john b.
      Australia

      maton Em100C 808 Messiah

      Fantastic Great Service Thanks Mick

      13/04/2019
      BJ
      Broughton J.

      Maton Messiah emc 100c 808

      i took a risk when i purchased this guitar over the phone im glad i did to my ears this guitar is the best sounding ive played the neck is comfortable and the body shape sits well as for the build and pick up again well done im very lucky

      05/08/2017
      SW
      Simon W.

      review maton messiah em100c 808

      Ever since I first laid eyes in this guitar in matons catalogue I fell in love with the specs. The parlour style guitar is awesome when standing up or sitting down, not too much bulk there. And with its awesome tone is a delight to play amped up through the AP5 pro pickup, or Just acoustically. The fret is amazing and I love to wrap my fingers around this solid neck and play for hours.