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.


1951 Fender Nocaster Donut Telecaster

Nocaster? More like Yescaster! This slab of original tele twang is at the top of our collective want list. Visit the listing →

1951 Fender Nocaster Donut Telecaster
Original Vintage Moog System 55

A legendary wall of sound from the golden era of synthesis. Visit the listing →

Original Vintage Moog System 55

1964 Fender Stratocaster

Pre-CBS elegance, rare color, ultimate sonic legacy. Visit the listing →

1964 Fender Stratocaster
2000 PRS McCarty Dragon

Meticulously crafted dragon inlay meets vintage-era prestige. Visit the listing →

2000 PRS McCarty Dragon
1958 Fender Precision Bass

Vintage heartbeat of every legendary rhythm section. Visit the listing →

1958 Fender Precision Bass
1953 Gibson Les Paul

Rich, raw power carved from rock-and-roll’s foundation. Visit the listing →

1953 Gibson Les Paul
Linn LM-1 Linndrum Computer

The rhythmic pulse behind countless chart-topping hits. Visit the listing →

Linn LM-1 Linndrum Computer
1968 Studer J37 Tape Machine

Take a sad song and make it better—this tape deck’s a hitmaker. Visit the listing →

1968 Studer J37 Tape Machine
Santa Cruz The Vault Series OM Style 45

Another piece of the rarest tone wood found a new home. Visit the listing →

Santa Cruz The Vault Series OM Style 45
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