David Gilmour's Strat Breaks Record For Most Expensive Guitar Ever Sold

David Gilmour's iconic 1969 Black Fender Stratocaster has broken the record for most expensive guitar ever sold, selling for $12.1 million. This is not the first time the Pink Floyd guitarist's instrument has broken a record, as it previously sold for $3,975,000 in 2019.

The sale was reported by Rolling Stone, and the Stratocaster was auctioned off by a private collector. The guitar is a rare example of a 1969 Black Fender Stratocaster, and its sale has sparked interest among music enthusiasts and collectors.

Gilmour's Stratocaster is not only a valuable instrument but also a piece of music history. The guitar has been used in many of Pink Floyd's iconic songs, including 'Comfortably Numb' and 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond.'

The sale of Gilmour's Stratocaster is a testament to the value and significance of rare musical instruments. The guitar's sale has also raised questions about the value of music memorabilia and the impact of the music industry on the economy.

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