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1970s Maton Apollo 505 Hollowbody Electric Guitar in Red

Regular price $2,500.00 AUD
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+ No accessories included (case, power supply etc).

The Maton Apollo Red is a striking example of early Australian electric guitar design, delivering a raw, woody tone and lightweight hollow body feel that sets it apart from its American counterparts of the era. Featuring original-style pickups, a distinctive twin pickguard layout, and classic vintage construction, it offers a unique playing experience full of character and old-school charm.

As one of Maton’s earliest electric models, the Apollo represents a pivotal moment in Australian guitar manufacturing, reflecting the brand’s move into electrics during the 1960s and its role in shaping the country’s music history.

BRAND: Maton

BARCODE/UPC:

Serial Number: 205

Year Early 70s
Made in Australia
Finish Original red lacqured finish
Scale Length Approx. 24.75"
Body Type Fully hollow body electric
Body Material Laminated tonewood top, back & sides
Neck Material Queensland Maple
Construction Set-neck
Fretboard Material Rosewood
Pickups Laminated tonewood
Controls 1x volume knob, 1x tone knob, toggle switch pickup selector
Bridge Floating style bridge with trapeze tailpiece
Tuners Open-gear vintage tuners
  • All original parts, excluding a couple of new frets (performed by us.)
  • Missing the selector switch knob
  • Currently has low action
  • Truss rod works well
  • Pickups sound excellent
  • Sympathetically restored by us after rough job removing the neck (before reaching Southside Guitars.)
  • The paint on the neck is a little flakey, but doesn't affect playing. This is factory original paint.
  • Structurally sound and ready to play.

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Condition & Warranty

All of our preloved guitars and stringed instruments have been thoroughly inspected and tested by our experts. Each guitar comes with a standard set-up that most players would feel comfortable with. If you'd like to book your new guitar or stringed instrument in for a custom set-up with our highly-experienced technicians, please call (07) 3392 6888, or email admin@southsideguitars.com.au to organise with our team after completing purchase.

Note that set-ups and servicing are subject to our Guitar & Instrument Servicing & Repairs price list. Including a set up or any other servicing with your guitar purchase may move the shipping date out to 7 business days following purchase to allow our technicians to give your new instrument the time and love it deserves.

Each item comes with a 3-month electrical warranty and a 6-month structural warranty, excluding accidental damage, misuse or broken strings. Click here to view our full refund policy.