Industry Jun 5, 2026

Ace Frehley's 'Budokan' Les Paul Custom sells for $512,000

The 1975 Cherry Sunburst Les Paul Custom was the late Kiss guitarists go-to electric in the late '70s and was all over Love Gun

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Ace Frehley's 'Budokan' Les Paul Custom sells for $512,000

A 1975 Cherry Sunburst Gibson Les Paul Custom, formerly owned by Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley, has been sold at auction for $512,000. This iconic guitar was Frehley's preferred instrument in the late 1970s and was notably used during Kiss's performances at the Nippon Budokan arena in Japan. It was also featured on the album "Love Gun." Originally reported by MusicRadar.

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