Industry Jun 4, 2026
Ace Frehley's Iconic 'Budokan' Les Paul 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
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A 1975 Cherry Sunburst Gibson Les Paul Custom, famously played by Ace Frehley during Kiss's historic four-night residency at Japan's Nippon Budokan arena, has been sold at auction for $512,000. This guitar was Frehley's primary electric instrument during the late 1970s and featured prominently on the album "Love Gun."
The sale highlights the enduring appeal and collectibility of instruments associated with iconic rock musicians. Originally reported by MusicRadar.