Top Collector-Grade Instruments Recently Sold on Reverb | The Gear Grail Report

Reverb thrives as a hub for musicians seeking gear across all categories and price points—and that includes high-end collectors searching for the rarest, most sought-after (and costly) gems. Here, we're showcasing those gems, highlighting the 10 most expensive instruments that sold on Reverb last month.

From vintage guitars to studio-grade synths and recording gear, these are the pieces that deserve to be ogled and admired—in some cases, even more so than they deserve to be played. Explore the full list below, and click any photo to see more from the listing.


1953 Fender Telecaster

An all-original beauty that the seller won in a trade for piano lessons in the 1950s. Visit the listing →

1953 Fender Telecaster
1960s Fairchild 670 Compressor / Limiter

The true holy grail of outboard gear—often imitated, never quite duplicated. Visit the listing →

1960s Fairchild 670 Compressor / Limiter

Travis Barker's DW Collector's Series Kit

This drum set, nicknamed "Jelly Bean," was one of Travis Barker's touring kits on blink-182's "One More Time" tour. Visit the listing →

Travis Barker's DW Collector's Series Kit
1980 Yamaha CS-80

This top of the line synth is in stunning original condition, complete with its original lid and stand.
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1980 Yamaha CS-80
1964 Gibson ES-335

A stunning vintage specimen dressed in cherry red. Visit the listing →

1964 Gibson ES-335
Neumann U 47 Stereo Pair

A stunning U 47 stereo pair with consecutive serial numbers—surely a lucky studio's new darlings.
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Neumann U 47 Stereo Pair
Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab '58 Korina Flying V

As close as you can get to a vintage original in a modern build. Visit the listing →

Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab '58 Korina Flying V
ARP 2600C "Gray Meanie" Synthesizer

One of just 34 in existence. Visit the listing →

ARP 2600C
Martin Custom Shop 000/OM 14-Fret

A gorgeous Custom Shop Martin built to be displayed at the 2015 NAMM show. Visit the listing →

Martin Custom Shop 000/OM 14-Fret
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