{"product_id":"vintage-maton-l202-lute-guitar-67-68","title":"Vintage Maton L202 Lute Guitar - AUS 1967\/68","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"486\"\u003eProduced between 1967 and 1968, the Maton L202 “Lute Guitar” is a rare piece from Maton’s more experimental period, with only 133 units made in total. Drawing clear inspiration from the teardrop shapes of the 1960s, it stands apart from more conventional designs with its thin, hollow body and compact proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eThe body measures roughly 17 inches in length and 12.75 inches wide, with a shallow 1.5 inch depth that keeps the guitar lightweight and comfortable. The short scale neck has a very easy feel in the hands, making it particularly approachable while still retaining a solid, responsive playing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eOriginally offered in finishes such as Sunburst and Cherry, these guitars carried a distinct visual identity that matched their unconventional design. They were typically fitted with dual pickups and a vibrato tailpiece, giving them a flexible and usable tonal range despite their niche appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eThis example sits firmly within that limited production run, and like others from the model, it stands as a reminder of Maton’s willingness to explore more unusual designs during the late 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003eGiven the low production numbers and short run, the L202 has become a sought after piece, particularly among collectors drawn to its rarity and unique place within Maton’s history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003eAction at 1st Fret: 0.75mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003eAction at 12th Fret: 2.75mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eNeck Depth at 1st Fret: 20.00mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003eNeck Depth at 12th Fret: 22.70mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eNut Width: 41.20mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eWidth at 12th Fret: 50.00mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eWeight: 2.900kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eModel: Maton L202 “Lute Guitar”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003eYear: Circa 1967–1968\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eProduction: 133 units total\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003eBody: Thinline hollowbody\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eBody Depth: 1.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003eDimensions: 17\" length, 12.75\" width\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003eNeck: Short scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003ePickups: Dual pickups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003eBridge: Vibrato tailpiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003eFinish: Sunburst\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eCase: OHSC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eCrafted in: Australia\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47069371039897,"sku":"26076","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/1905\/6012\/files\/1_746524e3-1666-4c94-a9b0-ea5586119994.png?v=1778734955","url":"https:\/\/www.premierguitars.com.au\/products\/vintage-maton-l202-lute-guitar-67-68","provider":"Premier Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}