Johnny Marr is auctioning a collection of guitars and related equipment he has used in his career, including instruments from his time with The Smiths and for work involving Billie Eilish. Multiple outlets report the sale is being held at Christie’s in London and will include dozens of pieces of gear. The collection features well-known Smiths-era instruments, and some items are linked to other major pop culture moments and releases. One guitar mentioned across coverage is a Rickenbacker 330 Jetglo, which one outlet says was featured on the cover of Oasis’s debut single “Supersonic.”
BBC Entertainment reports Marr says he is selling the collection to ensure his studio equipment is not left unused or treated as a “museum.” Billboard and other summaries state that a portion of the proceeds will be donated to charities chosen by Marr, with reporting describing charitable giveaways or contributions as part of the plan. The sale is framed as giving fans and collectors the opportunity to buy instruments associated with classic performances and recordings, while also supporting charitable causes.
