Robin Finck Selling Iconic Nine Inch Nails and Guns N' Roses Guitars
The legendary guitarist is offloading 200 instruments and gear via Reverb on November 11.
1Extensive Gear Collection Sale
Guitarist Robin Finck, known for his long-standing roles in Nine Inch Nails and Guns N' Roses, is launching an official shop on the Reverb marketplace. Starting November 11, fans can purchase approximately 200 items from his personal collection. The sale features a wide array of guitars, effects pedals, and various studio equipment pieces.
2The Iconic Old Gold
A centerpiece of the collection is the Gibson Les Paul '60 Reissue Goldtop, affectionately nicknamed Old Gold. Finck utilized this specific instrument during the band's muddy Woodstock '94 performance and the March of the Pigs music video. It remained a staple on every Nine Inch Nails tour he participated in through the year 2014.
3Sentimental White Les Paul
Finck is also parting with a translucent white 1990 Gibson Les Paul Custom that holds deep personal significance. Having played this specific guitar for over 35 years, he describes it as the primary instrument he owned when he first joined Nine Inch Nails. It has remained a favored piece throughout his extensive professional career.
4Twin Peaks Connection
The collection includes the Fano Alt de Facto PX6 guitar used during the filming of the Nine Inch Nails scene in Twin Peaks: The Return. Finck expressed his admiration for David Lynch, noting the unique experience of being on set while the director called out instructions from his canvas director's chair during production.
5Studio and Stage Pedals
Beyond guitars, the sale features various effects and fuzz pedals used throughout his discography. Notably, he is selling the DOD FX25 Envelope Filter, which was utilized during the recording sessions for the Guns N' Roses track Better. These items offer fans a direct connection to the specific sounds heard on his famous studio recordings.
6Motivation for the Sale
Finck stated that his primary motivation for the sale is to reclaim storage space. He admitted to owning multiple versions of instruments he genuinely loves and enjoys. By selling these pieces, he hopes the guitars will find new life with other musicians who can continue to play them on stages around the world.
7Direct Retail Approach
It is important to note that the instruments are being sold through a standard retail format rather than an auction. Interested buyers are encouraged to shop early to secure specific pieces from the collection. This approach allows fans to purchase items directly without the competitive bidding process often associated with high-profile celebrity gear sales.
8Legacy of the Gear
This sale represents a significant transition for Finck, who has spent decades shaping the sound of industrial and hard rock music. By releasing these instruments, he is effectively archiving his professional history while providing collectors and fans an opportunity to own a tangible piece of music history from his storied, multi-decade career.