7 of the All-Time Most Popular Reverb Listings

Reverb's Watch feature is our site's way of "favoriting" an item, letting you keep track of the gear you love. Just tap the heart or "Watch" box and you'll then be able to save it for later, get a deal, see if someone snags it before you do, or if it gets relisted.

It's also a cool way for us to see what gear on Reverb resonates the most with our audience. Below, you'll find some of the all-time most popular listings on Reverb that are now, unfortunately, not for sale. Click any item to view the original listing and learn more.

On your personal Watch List, gear that's gone is not gone forever. Check your Ended tab to revisit. (On our website, you can also click "Find more like this" to see similar inventory that is available.)

1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard

Prized for their tone, their looks, and their pedigree, original Les Paul Bursts are always a hit when they arrive on our site. This beauty, nicknamed Bubbles, got even more attention than most. Reverb seller Rumble Seat Music, which always has incredible instruments for sale, said Bubbles "embodies all the features that have made these the 'holy grail' to both players and collectors."

Moog System 35A Modular Synth with 951 Keyboard Controller

Built way back in February 1976, this Moog System 35A is a classic modular synth from the then-R.A. Moog Co. Marketed as a "compact studio system" upon its release, it is, these days, quite a bit larger than anything we might call "compact" in the synth world. But with its seven sound sources, three VCAs and envelope generators, and two-voice duophonic power, it's just as rad as the day it was built.

If you're a would-be Watcher that's interested in such a system, the band Modest Mouse is currently selling their 2016 reissue System 35 in its official Reverb shop.

Klon KTR

This Klon clone (aka Klone) is distinct from so many others in that it's designed by the pedal's original manufacturer, Bill Finnegan. He even addressed the incredibly high sales prices of original Klon Centaurs right here on the Klon KTR's bod, writing: "Kindly remember: the ridiculous hype that offends so many is not of my making."

In a twist of irony, this pedal too is now sold out, with Klon KTRs selling for double or more the original asking price on the used market. Try as he may, Finnegan just can't stop people from loving his pedals so much.

NEVE 5422 1981

These Neve broadcast mixers do not share the same components or top-shelf standing of full-scale consoles like 8048s or other 80-series desks, but they always have a lot of fans when they pop up for sale on Reverb. This 5422 has just eight channels and two groups, featuring 34128 channel strips. Often found with suitcases or slim sidecar enclosures, these 5422s were portable mixers for sporting events and concerts, but are usually repurposed as recording consoles today.

1970s Ludwig Pro Beat in Ebony Oyster

Is this kit all-original? Are its pieces even from the same decade? To answer both questions, no. But with looks like this, who cares about originality? This Ludwig Pro Beat kit is mostly from the 1970s, with some hardware getting changed out over the years. The Ebony Oyster wrap, being made out of formica, is perhaps appropriate for the era, but happened sometime later in its life. All in all, someone got a great deal on a player-grade yet picture-perfect kit.

Electra 2273 Longnecker Jazz Bass

If all you see is this bass' body, you'll likely recognize it as a Jazz Bass. However, it's actually a pretty convincing lawsuit-era MIJ copy that kind of makes you see why those lawsuits were threatened in the first place. This one, made by Electra and dubbed the 2273 Longnecker, gives a '70s Fender a run for its money, with a mahogany body, rosewood fingerboard on maple neck, and original chrome pickup covers.

1960 Fender Jazzmaster Purple

I hope at least one person, and hopefully several, sent this link to J Mascis, since this regal, all-purple 1960 Fender Jazzmaster is right up his alley. The body's metallic purple refin on this is very old and is matched on the knobs, pickup covers, neck, and headstock. In most other ways, this is in great, original condition, with the Brazilian slab rosewood fretboard and original pickups. If purple is your thing, you really missed out on this one-of-a-kind Jazzmaster.

Like we said about, on your personal Watch List, gear that's gone is not gone forever. Check your Ended tab to revisit and find similar pieces of gear currently available.

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