Maton EMJ747 Jumbo, made in Australia 2005, natural satin. Maton dominate the local acoustic market... they've done so well for so long that one can hardly wander into a bar anywhere in the country without seeing a chum with a Maton singing Wreckless and downing a pint of low-quality local larger. The dreadnoughts are very common, but the jumbo sized models, however, are pretty hard to find. It's an agreeable size: bigger in the booty than a dreadnought, but with a deeper curve to the shoulders, creating a slimmer 'waist' that makes it quite easy to get your arms around. The back is especially gorgeous, that bookmatched Queensland walnut is all sorts of awesome. Strumming a big chord, the sustain is immediately apparent: this has a gorgeous long, even voice with plenty of complexity and warmth. The longer sustain adds smoothness to rhythm parts, it's very satisfying. I've only seen a couple of Maton jumbos ever, so if you're tickled, don't hesitate too long.

Model: Maton EMJ747 'Walnut Jumbo'
Made: 2005, Melbourne Australia (serial 206)
Finish: natural satin
Body: solid spruce top, Queensland walnut back and sides, jumbo shape, 118mm deep, 408mm wide
Neck: Queensland maple, rosewood board, 12" radius, 25.5" scale
Weight: 2.200kg
Mods: none
Pickup: Maton AP5 pickup + preamp system
Case: Tric branded deluxe lightweight semi-hard case

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has a chip on the corner of the end and bottom edge, as well as dimples on the edges, front and end and. a scuff on the back at the top. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, there's some dimples and rub wear on the back. The back has some rub wear on the top shoulder and bottom edge and some scuffs in the middle of the body. The sides have some dimples and rub wear in the elbow area, some dimples and surface scratches near the jack and some rub wear on the bottom horn. The front has some rub wear on the elbow area, some dimples behind the bridge and on the bottom side as well as some standard play wear on the guard and shoulders. Overall: good condition (7/10)

Playing condition notes: action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good. All electronics tested and working properly. The frets have some normal wear, they're fairly even with no major buzz issues but there's some height gone, 5/10 for fret life left. Wearing fresh 12/54 Moonshiners strings.