The black Fender Stratocaster, played by David Gilmour on six of the band’s albums including “The Dark Side of the Moon,” broke the record for the most expensive guitar sold at auction.
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FRI · 2026-03-13 · 11:39 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0313-24193
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Pink Floyd Guitar Is Sold for a Record $14.55 Million
David Gilmour's black Fender Stratocaster, a guitar used on six Pink Floyd albums including "The Dark Side of the Moon," was sold at auction for $14.55 million. The sale established a new record for the most expensive guitar ever sold at auction.
Francesca RegaladoNew York Times - WorldFiled 2026-03-13 · 11:39 GMTLean · Center-LeftRead · 1 min
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David Gilmour's black Fender Stratocaster, a guitar used on six Pink Floyd albums including "The Dark Side of the Moon," was sold at auction for $14.55 million. The sale established a new record for the most expensive guitar ever sold at auction. The guitar was a significant instrument in Pink Floyd's recording history. The auction aimed to raise money for charity, fulfilling Gilmour's desire to use the sale for philanthropic purposes. The event drew considerable attention from music enthusiasts and collectors worldwide, highlighting the guitar's iconic status and historical importance.
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The sale broke the record for the most expensive guitar sold at auction.
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The guitar sold for $14.55 million.
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The guitar was played on six of Pink Floyd's albums, including 'The Dark Side of the Moon'.
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A black Fender Stratocaster played by David Gilmour was sold.
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