I played pro rugby and was in an after match function at Twickenham. There was royalty, celebrities everywhere yet my father’s eyes were fixed on this bald gentleman with glasses… my dad kept saying “that’s Mark Knopfler” I had no idea who he was (forgive me I’m a late 80’s baby) finally my dad built up the courage to ask him for a photo and this man was the absolute salt of the earth and actually knew the area we lived in Australia. What a guy.
@willudallmusic9 ай бұрын
that's awesome!
@TeddScheckler9 ай бұрын
Did he play a didgeridoo solo?
@ClaimOfRightMuso9 ай бұрын
You're a didgeridoo, mate@@TeddScheckler
@TeddScheckler9 ай бұрын
@@ClaimOfRightMuso Crikey!
@CaptChaos19649 ай бұрын
That’s a fabulous story, I’d love to meet the man.
@user-fh2vx3hd6c9 ай бұрын
Mark was a family friend in the 1980s but I haven't seen him for years. He knew my dad and when I started learning guitar as a teenager Mark came round a few times and showed me the basics. Also gifted me a red stratocaster which I still have to this day. Thanks Mark.
@michaelshawusa19 ай бұрын
And then you woke up from your dream
@aintnoleedguy9 ай бұрын
@@michaelshawusa1Its definitely true I was there when he woke up chewing his pillow…
@msr3059 ай бұрын
How special. He seems like a down to earth guy
@shivannda8 ай бұрын
So incredibly cool!!!
@thorndog1008 ай бұрын
Wow 😮 that is amazing. I bet it's a lovely guitar. You lucky lucky man. Wow
@zoidbergfluffybutt49919 ай бұрын
It is hard to find interviews like this with Mr. Knopfler. Which is a shame, I could listen to him talk about his songs and guitars and life for hours on end.
@paulwilson63579 ай бұрын
There's a good one between him and Brian Johnson of AC/DC if you can find that. A Life on the Road I think it's called.
@kjellodnebreitebakk9 ай бұрын
@@paulwilson6357I second that. Fantastic episode of two Geordie boys having a laugh.
@simonashworth88259 ай бұрын
Look up "SkyArts-A Tale of Five Guitars". 40 mins of M.K. chatting with his good friend John Ilsley. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
@simonashworth88259 ай бұрын
Forgot to mention. . . you will find it on KZbin.
@mikaelflodstrom63709 ай бұрын
👍🏻🙄
@billkeaveney15269 ай бұрын
Thanks Mark, you wrote the soundtrack of my Life
@landebadalge26419 ай бұрын
Like he said, there'll come a time when you'll have to say "I am happy they're (his guitars) going to different homes". He's literally announcing his retirement. Thank you Mr.Knofler, your music is still reaching many homes till today. 😎
@vinced57419 ай бұрын
yeah that's what it is. Sad news actually.
@georgelennon8 ай бұрын
@@vinced5741 it is sad
@ibnufasya64086 ай бұрын
not really his retirement, he just released a new single!
@offcamber116 ай бұрын
New album coming out in April.
@jackmcginley76586 ай бұрын
Not so fast. He has new stuff coming out in April. Don't know if he'll tour, but if he does, I will be there.
@GuitarsByJordy9 ай бұрын
What a collection. I really hope the guitars are being sold to people who actually play them instead of collectors. I would love to see a new generation playing on these pieces of musical history. Mark is one of the greatest of all time in my humble opinion. I’ve seen Mark live in 2019 and I still call this one of the best live performances I’ve ever seen.
@mylarus8 ай бұрын
I doubt most people could afford them unfortunately.
@GuitarsByJordy8 ай бұрын
@@mylarus i’m afraid so too. But let’s not forget that guitars are meant to be played. At least, that’s my opinion. Not to be stored in cases or (when lucky) exposed in glass cases.
@standinsilence8 ай бұрын
@@mylarus There's plenty of ok guitars for all those other people.
@maplebones7 ай бұрын
You must be kidding. They'll be bought by corporations, investment bankers. and other well heeled idol worshipers . Their playing days are over.
@Samantha-vlly6 ай бұрын
IYes, I deeply hope it will be used the same as Mark Knopfler's curiosity and enthusiasm.
@chrisbarlow21319 ай бұрын
Mark Knopfler, when it comes to guitarists, he is the king of "feel".
@mahatmacoat1689 ай бұрын
This man is totally unique.
@txinterceptor84289 ай бұрын
Mark Knopfler is my guitar hero. He combines sound, emotion, and skill in every song he writes and plays. I can't afford any of these guitars but I hope they go to homes of guitarists who will love them.
@unclerudy97977 ай бұрын
I sold Mark two guitars... One a 2003 Gibson Custom Shop '57 Reissue Les Paul in Brazilian Blue Finish and a Brazilian Rosewood Board with aStinger Headstock which I believe is hanging on the bottom Row Center in this video... The other was a 1965 Gibson Dove that was near mint which I do not see pictured here... He loved them both ! Cheers Mark and Good Luck with the Auction !
@Itsallwrongbutthatsallright9 ай бұрын
Unique guitarist and song writer. He knows the value of tones and the pauses in between. One of the GOATs for sure !
@tonylittlelegs21109 ай бұрын
What ?? Do you mean? GREATS
@engineer171519 ай бұрын
@@tonylittlelegs2110 No he means GOATs ... greatest of all times. :)
@stratmagic68939 ай бұрын
I gotva chance to get to know Mark during the Brothers in Arms era. One of the nicest people you will ever meet. He was also incredibly humble and down to earth.
@iansnyder2749 ай бұрын
Father time is undefeated......Clapton, Gilmore and now knopfler are seniors now passing on their living legacies in their guitars....sad but poignant and beautiful at the same time
@zenmaestro049 ай бұрын
Mark is one of the all time greats, no doubt about it!!
@paulmason21468 ай бұрын
IMHO Mark is the most versatile and simply the best guitarist/songwriter of all time. His Dire Straits stuff was great, but his writing and playing went to another level when he went solo. His songs about historical events are so well researched and crafted, it is hard to believe anyone could’ve ever written them. One of my very favourites in terms of lyrics and playing is “So Far from the Clyde”. It is simply a story about the demolition of an old ship. But the emotion it conveys through both the lyrics and music is just wonderful.
@heinebohmann15667 ай бұрын
Exactly,just my Words. Most people talk about sultans,money for nothing and a few others, but Mark knopfler is so much more. A real shame that no more people are aware of it. I put it down to a lack of open-mindness,especially from the musicmedia and radiostations.
@kjellodnebreitebakk9 ай бұрын
Mr. Knopfler is the reason why I’m obsessed with strats. Red strats in particular. Once I heard that crisp opening lick on Telegraph road, it was a done deal.
@iorch829 ай бұрын
Literally the same for me, but with the Pensa Suhr guitars.
@SkunkworksProps9 ай бұрын
I probably wouldn't play guitar now if it weren't for my dad giving me his old vinyl copy of Brothers in Arms. What a record, and what a player.
@FTube20008 ай бұрын
One of the GOATS and still so down to earth. A big fan here. Had the privilege to see him live and unfortunately this seem like a farewell from stages. He will not be forgotten. His sound (and JJ's) is unique. Ps.. nobody mentions the fabulous 105.003 on his wrist? Great taste for guitars, great taste for watches.
@KMZ-19694 ай бұрын
I just watched the video and noticed the Moonwatch. A great taste man, like you said.
@kjellodnebreitebakk9 ай бұрын
I’m glad he’s keeping his original 60’s red strat though. That belongs with him till the end.
@user-eh1og1ci7h9 ай бұрын
Is he? We haven't seen the whole sale lot yet.
@CoolCoyote9 ай бұрын
Mark Knopfler is timeless himself
@HopeYourHavingFun9 ай бұрын
I first read this as useless himself, CORRECT. ONE SHOW PONY
@CoolCoyote9 ай бұрын
hm hu@@HopeYourHavingFun 🤔 no im giving him credit obviously, people can misread things
@jaybodner41899 ай бұрын
@@HopeYourHavingFun please clarify......what do you mean?????
@DwenzaLaSenza9 ай бұрын
What a genuinely nice and humble man. Pleasure to listen to with or without a guitar in hand
@allcapitols15549 ай бұрын
I always have time for Knopfler talking about guitars. This should be an hour or two.
@RosieHarp9 ай бұрын
I listened to 'Making Movies' over and over and over and over as a teenager in 1980. Happy happy times ⭐️
@SoniaMaria-dy5ug9 ай бұрын
We can feel Mark's passion in each phrase..each word. Added to his talent, emotion, sensitivity... that's the reason for his success!! Thank you, Mark..🫠❤️
@willperryman45597 ай бұрын
Not only my favorite guitarist and songwriter but an incredible man who I have loved for decades. I’m grateful to have seen Dire Straits in the late 70’s and I have seen Mark play with other artists,even Emmilou Harris and others in Nashville
@andrewpappas93119 ай бұрын
Still one of my favourite guitarists, I still remember being blown away by the fact that he was a fingerstyle player because the sounds he got on songs like Sultans of Swing and Money For Nothing is just insane
@Zetep8 ай бұрын
Fan since 1978, and still trying to catch all live shows he does. Hoping for one more tour after the new album is released, I can not imagine a life without Mark providing the soundtrack!
@donhanlon71218 ай бұрын
Zedep, is there a new album 2024, I sure hope so, seen about 6 shows down the years but it should have been more
@28th_St_Air9 ай бұрын
Saw him in concert back in the early 90’s and was so moved by his sound that I took up guitar within the week and have been playing regularly ever since.
@wilco3006749 ай бұрын
glad to see that Suhr also gets the recognition he deserves :)
@fillo19719 ай бұрын
Guardando questo video ho veramente realizzato che la mia vita è andata avanti per 52anni. Quando ascoltai quest'uomo suonare la prima volta avevo soltanto 12anni. Non ho mai più smesso. A tutt'oggi ascolto, anzi, la sua musica, la sua chitarra, mi trasporta nei miei anni come non mai. Grazie Signor Knopfler. Dio la benedica ancora per moltissimi anni a venire. 🎸❤💯
@jd70HJ199 ай бұрын
Never had a lesson , but his depth of soul is obvious in his music... he wrote some of the most beautiful songs ever written . Because we are contemporary we have lived the same decades and how it was back then .I Own every album of Dire Straits and his solos . The songs brought back so many memories of growing up , relationships and feelings that still make make my arms hair stand up with goose bumps of emotions . Thanks for making my eyes well up Mark ....especially when I listen to Romeo and Juliet . My Juliet is still dear to my heart 50 years after we went our separate ways "but it was just that the time was wrong" .
@toppersurfer9 ай бұрын
Well said, Sir.
@TheRichie2139 ай бұрын
Because you don't need music theory to create great songs. Most of the best music was created by musicians who never had lessons.
@magnuslang81479 ай бұрын
Playing the guitar is one of the most beautiful things to do in this life...I have done it in almost 40 years now and I still do it everyday if I can...pure love in this life...and thanks to Mark Knopfler and all the others guitarheroes in this world who had inspired us over all these years to do something meaningful in our life... Rock on! /Magnus
@mtnvalley92989 ай бұрын
Yes sir and as David Crosby said, 'buy a pretty one, so you'll play it!' Love me every one of these Knopflers loooong time.
@grfann9 ай бұрын
Play guitar, you will never be lonely..
@simonsimon3259 ай бұрын
My heart always sinks a bit when one of these comes up. I love the music this generation made. I already know that style of music will never be front and centre again, but seeing all these greats winding down or going altogether is a a bit sad to see. Like Mark himself hinted at, there was a time when none of these musicians would have swapped their prized posessions for cash. I'm not saying they're mercenaries now, just that they've accepted that period of their life is coming to a close.
@asylumgiant9 ай бұрын
I think it's a matter of not being bogged down by possessions. I notice that the National from Brothers In Arms cover is not in the sale. Would love to play that Money for Nothing Les Paul.
@alex05899 ай бұрын
the same way the big names sold their catalogs of music for big $, this makes sense to put your house in order at the end of your life, at least professionally.
@ljuboizsiska54489 ай бұрын
Years ago Gilmour sold his guitars, and now Knopfler is selling his...it makes me sad. Life passes, but all that music remains, and the guitars on which it was created will be trophies that decorate someone's walls. Life is cruel. I wish I were a poet so that I could describe with more soul the pain I feel over the transience of life and those people who made our transience beautiful with their compositions and virtuosity. But I'm not, so my clumsy words will in no way ease the departure of the instruments that will be a part of my life until my last breath.
@giovi.09 ай бұрын
Touching and truthful thoughts.
@mtnvalley92989 ай бұрын
That MAN has ARRIVED!!! Well done Mark Knopfler and thanks for the memories with those beautiful teachers of yours!
@thedutchfisherman70789 ай бұрын
Mark Knopfler, the best guitarplayer ever lived! Period. ❤❤
@Joe-mz6dc9 ай бұрын
I don't know why people keep posting these comments. Just for reference I could probably show you over a thousand other posts that say exactly the same thing with another guy's name. Why can't we just say this guy is my favorite guitar player? And leave it at that LOL
@diequietschbeus81819 ай бұрын
Couldn't agree more. What defines this ominous best player? Sold records? Speed? This could be verified objectively and Knopfler would fail according to this. So you still have things like "feeling/tone/melody" but these are highly subjective.@@Joe-mz6dc
@dyerstrayts17349 ай бұрын
When you Combine; Song writing (story telling); Composition/guitar style (originality); Vocals (expressing emotion). In my book Mark is Number One! As an audiophile, Mark's songs are a true pleasure to listen to ... especially his solo work ... pretty much all of it.
@PuzzlePicPlayhouse6 ай бұрын
Totally agree im a bit of an Audiophille too, Sticking Brothers in Arms 'Original Master edition' on my Project Classic, Rega Phono stage and Mordant Short floorstanders cranked up a bit via source direct is nothing short of heaven. the clarity and production is off the chart.
@lukegretton82209 ай бұрын
The word 'humble' is horribly overused these days. But this guy is a perfect example of it.
@Robil636 ай бұрын
Well, you just added to the problem
@pkoven3 ай бұрын
as they would say in the comments, he's the most underrated humble person
@stratman94499 ай бұрын
there just comes a time in life, when its best to "let it go".....what a collection.....and his guitars arein really good nick too......the auction will be a belter....for "some".....i'll keep my eyes peeled....
@FoardenotFord8 ай бұрын
He’s truly one of the greatest musicians and songwriters in history, and it makes me happy to see him glad to share his tools of the trade with others. I’ve seen him twice live and hope to see him again.
@msr3058 ай бұрын
Do you think he will tour again?
@FoardenotFord8 ай бұрын
@@msr305 I sure hope so
@user-ec3ng9gn6s9 ай бұрын
The Pensa-Suhr MK1 is the most beatiful electric guitar I have ever seen. I believe he also sells the Scheckter Dream Machine Mark used in the eighties playing Telegraph Road and Tunnel of Love. The outro solo of Tunnel of Love recorded on Wermbley in 1985 is the most beautiful music you will ever hear. Both guitars will generate hundred of thousands GBP, possibly millions for the MK1.
@mikey380sx8 ай бұрын
Completely agree. The MK1 for me is the ultimate guitar. Not only is it absolutely beautiful but it's just so versatile. I may never get the chance to own Marks, but I'll keep working my ass off to buy an MK1 one day!
@GuitarExpress9 ай бұрын
Mr. Knopfler a true class act. One of the best guitar players and song writers of all time and keep in it so humble. Respect
@charlieburnside55868 ай бұрын
Mark and guitars....5mins 11sec long 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
@aidiess9 ай бұрын
I was in right at the beginning when they hit the road running ! I'd never heard anything like it in my life. When the Beatles were monopolising the sixties, I was listening to the Beach boys, and then in the 70's along came what was the beginning of the legend that was to be Dire Straits. I'm in the second half of my seventies now, and for me, Dire Straits are unrivalled. I still have an American Strat, and a Yankee Tele that came out of Mannys in New York in 2000, but If I live till I'm a hundred, I will never be able to emulate the talent of this man. The Alchemy live album was and still is, for me, the best live album of my lifetime ! Keep going Mark ! you are the man !
@Samantha-vlly6 ай бұрын
Those words conveyed rich memories and experiences. What a legend guy
@robbieg55389 ай бұрын
Rolling Stone placing Mark at 96 of the top guitarists ever is the biggest BS I've ever heard.
@user-eh1og1ci7h9 ай бұрын
Honestly, somewhere in the top 5.
@joshuacormican66568 ай бұрын
He's my guitar hero. When I was a kid, I never thought I'd be any good, able to solo, able to play rock/blues, ect. because I couldn't play with a pick. When I came across some of his videos, I realized he didn't use a pick, so I knew there was hope. Still what I'm clinging to, since I still am not good at the guitar. Timeless music, timeless guy, and a timeless watch he is wearing wearing as well (Speedmaster). Great video!
@onlylexus4 ай бұрын
Mark has given me the most musical pleasure throughout my life, and I am 70 years of age. Marks guitar playing has often brought me to tears with his moving methods of emotional crescendos and his individual riffs etc. I have not long left on this planet, but I wish I could just meet him to shake his hand and to thank him for what he has done for me and that emotional way he has made me feel so often. His music and the way he plays just sends me to somewhere special God Bless you Mark, thanks so very much mate. You have little idea what your playing means to me. Many will feel the same I know. Mark, you are a special musician, so rare with a gift that I cannot describe. Thank s so much!
@heihodojo9 ай бұрын
Finally John gets the recognition! Thanks Mark, for all the music! And thanks John for all the great Suhr products. Love seeing Mark talk about the first one. Hopefully this is just a small snippet from a larger documentary.
@TeddScheckler9 ай бұрын
It’s an advertisement for an auction.
@fourthofseven9 ай бұрын
John Suhr is a master guitar builder, so it’s great to see him get props that in the past were denied due to Mark’s loyalty to Rudy!
@heihodojo9 ай бұрын
@@TeddScheckler after reading the comments I had seen that, it’s cool that people will get a chance to own such a piece of musical history, but I still don’t like it. Lol.
@richard35429 ай бұрын
Totally agree here!!! Finally he got the acknowledge he deserved. A fantastic guitar builder and Mark of course one of the greatest musicians 👍
@caci998 ай бұрын
That's the thought that popped in my mind when I saw this video. Nice to mention John Suhr.
@francescodefelice66509 ай бұрын
Wow I so beautiful that he mentioned Rudy at 48 what a beautiful time , was special …all that vibe time …. All this artist fantastic
@KRAZEEIZATION9 ай бұрын
It’s sad to see some of his famous guitars going under the hammer but he can have any guitar he likes plus he’s still one of the best guitarists ever!
@georgelennon9 ай бұрын
Yes
@justbreakingballs8 ай бұрын
They're going under the hammer sooner or later he may as well be alive to see them go.
@georgelennon8 ай бұрын
@@justbreakingballs I hope he does not leave us this soon 🙏
@silenuic9 ай бұрын
Waiting for Rick Beato to do the interview with MK
@SimonV05858 ай бұрын
would be very nice!!!
@Silentwitness19787 ай бұрын
Would be amazing... C'mon Rick get it done
@tone99309 ай бұрын
Signature from the start. I was 14 when Sultans came out. I drew me right in.
@LloydBraun119 ай бұрын
Can't believe he's including the first guitar he ever had, along with his 59' Les Paul.
@CarinTibellAhlin9 ай бұрын
Me neither. I don't understand it, and the one used on Money for Nothing and Brothers in Arms! This is a sad day.😢
@IsmailsGuitarWorld9 ай бұрын
@@CarinTibellAhlinexactly. His guitars should stay with him
@lapelcelery429 ай бұрын
I think that's one of his signature LPs, like the Strat. As David Gilmour did, he doesn't seem to be selling anything he still actually uses.
@Joe-mz6dc9 ай бұрын
All of the old rock stars are doing this now. At some point or another it's time to just move on. Not to mention the money must be very good.
@lapelcelery429 ай бұрын
@@waynem4791 It might be, but I'm curious why you think it is?
@56grishnak659 ай бұрын
I could listen to Mark talk about his guitars for hours. I wish the video was a little longer but anyways thanks for sharing!
@stevenclark19737 ай бұрын
One of the very best guitarists, ever. Didn't really matter the guitar, he'd get a tune out of anything. Unique style and playing. Right up there with the best.
@eliottw9 ай бұрын
that's the way you do it.
@kylecravens65019 ай бұрын
Wow. Class act and amazing guitars. So thankful to you Mark for the example of how you put your heart and soul into your playing. You always have approached the instrument on your own terms, as well, without so many preconceived limitations. On instrument where it's hard to be an original, that's saying a lot. I hope those who can afford to buy these truly play and enjoy them.
@paulv52335 ай бұрын
I just love listening to Mark talk about his guitars and the songs that he played on them. What gentleman and gifted player and so generous in his donations to Cancer research. I only wish there where more gentleman like him so kind and grateful for his luck in life to share his guitars with other to enjoy. Keep up the great work Cheers Irish Paul
@b.wiggins7145 ай бұрын
You want to gobble up all the interviews of Mark and hope he's around forever because he's such a wonderful human being.
@cuerdas22799 ай бұрын
What a wonderful person, and guitar player, of course.
@mkguitarproject9 ай бұрын
A bit sad to see this... It's like watching old friends going apart. That MK1 Pensa Suhr is a dream.
@pulaski19 ай бұрын
They're all a bit sad - there have been several guitar players clear out their collections - obviously Clapton, but there's been David Gilmour, Bernie Marsden, Ted Nugent, and Nancy Wilson to name a few, and sales like that are always a thinly-veiled way of saying that the owner is retiring, and we may never see them play again, or very little.
@renegadechic9 ай бұрын
Feel the same. He deserves his peace but always sad to say goodbye. They all make such a big mark on the world.
@charlesbolton84719 ай бұрын
@@pulaski1 Except with Clapton, he’s had multiple gear auctions in the last 20-25 years, and he still tours and releases new music.
@ldhorricks9 ай бұрын
What does at times seem to get lost in Mark Knopfler's guitar mastery is his songwriting skills and singing. He's a singer songwriter not just a guitarist.
@pinheadjohnny51907 ай бұрын
Wow, can't believe he's selling off this one of a kind collection. Do us all a favor Mark and keep it together for all of us to see and enjoy!!
@leokimvideo6 ай бұрын
When you hear such an iconic guitarist say how they couldn't afford a Gibson Les Paul that speaks volumes to me. Gibson's very high price point allowed so many other guitar makers to offer up guitars that also sounded great at a reasonable price. Maybe Gibson's biggest mistake was sticking to the very high prices for their amazing guitars.
@Gr8Layks5 ай бұрын
Gibson’s “biggest mistake” was leaving K’zoo, the place of its roots, and heading south to phony, hackneyed, show biz Nashville.
@tritiumleak9 ай бұрын
From what he’s wearing on the wrist, I’d be glad to see a Christie’s auction featuring his watches as well!
@jaybodner41899 ай бұрын
Thank you Mark for all the joy you've brought me and many others! Could you please do all of us a favor and have a concert with Eric, Sir Paul, and Joe Walsh...before it can't happen. Jimmy B. was in that list (obviously not for his guitar playing, but for his story telling), but no longer. At least we have "oldest surfer on the beach"!
@jumperking3689 ай бұрын
He has already done a concert with Paul McCartney and Eric Clapton. Look up Paul McCartney Abbey Road Medley ft Eric Clapton, Phil Colllins and Mark Knopfler. It was for the 1997 Music For Montserrat, which was devastated by a volcanic eruption. The concert starred musicians such as Phil Collins, Ray Cooper, Carl Perkins, Jimmy Buffett, Mark Knopfler, Sting, Elton John, Eric Clapton, Paul McCartney, Midge Ure, Arrow and many more, all of whom had once recorded at the island’s famous AIR Studios.
@StratsRUs9 ай бұрын
He makes any guitar sing
@kyterunner54409 ай бұрын
I'm so glad to hear that your guitars are going into different homes. I've always viewed a guitar collection like birds in a cage. They need to be freed up. They weren't meant to hang on a wall, unplayed.
@HeavyFuel8 ай бұрын
His vocals are also some of the best. Solo stuff like “Wanderlust” is amazing to hear
@TheRange79 ай бұрын
It's so sad to see many of my idols selling off their gear due to age. I'm right there with them, but I have 65 guitars and that's been my number for years. I suppose sooner or later mine are going to have to go too. Harsh reality of growing old with so many musical hero's in my life.
@davidemmons8999 ай бұрын
Dear god, man. 65?!?
@auntjenifer77749 ай бұрын
@@davidemmons899😂 That's not that bad ! Most rock stars have way more than 100 guitars, but I can see how the average player can end up with 65 guitars as there's a bunch of unique guitars 🎸 out there to fill a void some guitars leave in your collection 😅
@TheRange79 ай бұрын
@@davidemmons899 Dave, my friend who I came up with at the same time has 275. He's never even thought about selling a single one. There's so many great stories that go with each guitar, it's hard to let go. LOL Cheers
@peejay69309 ай бұрын
I'm a bit younger than you and I have no idea how many guitars I have, probably around 150, I've lent so many to friends over the years and sad to say some have turned up out of the blue from friends who have passed on. I can't imagine selling any of my guitars, I guess they will end up at Gardener and Holgate after I'm gone😮 My guess is Mark has a charity in mind for the proceeds, it may be the least painful way of giving them up
@anook19847 ай бұрын
In my mid 20's I adored the Dire Straits and went to their concerts. It was just recently I became nearly obsessed again with his songs and guitar plays he performed in the early 1990's. He's a few years older, I picked up an eGuitar a few years ago, played along my Romeo & Juliet, Money For Nothing, etc knowing that I never be even close to MK's unique talents. Consoling is that I start looking him now . . . . You're my Rock hero to the very end of live. Thank you MK to live in my live span too.
@user-nz4yd3iu4t9 ай бұрын
참 아름답고 멋찐 기타 입니다 😊😊😊
@warrenvollaro25299 ай бұрын
I love dire straights and mark knofler, I think it's sad when artists are past there prime and start selling off there guitars but I get it, they can command quite a bit of money if there famous, I guess there comes a time when you don't really need those guitars anymore, it is what it is, I would love to have one of his guitars he's such a cool laid back guy, cheers !!!
@jbbeaudry9 ай бұрын
This collection is going to make a lot of doctors and dentists happy. Except for the 1959 Les Paul, which goes to Joe Bonamassa 🙂
@user-eh1og1ci7h9 ай бұрын
Joe Bonamassa doesn't deserve to hold this guy's jockstrap. This guy a legend, a true innovator, a musical genius.
@bigmaxy076 ай бұрын
550,000 pounds it went for
@imgoodatmoaning95619 ай бұрын
He seems nice and chilled out.
@Stephen_Lafferty9 ай бұрын
Some iconic instruments in that collection! Good luck to the bidders for winning a piece of modern guitar history!
@TheLambLive9 ай бұрын
3:45 - Wow !,, That has to be the first proper look at that Prototype Pensa that controlled the Synclavier... I never realised it was purple until now !!.. It always looked more silver in the rare occasions it appeared in print or film. My mind is a little blown haha
@ashleyjackson85389 ай бұрын
That Les Paul is immaculate ! Considering it’s been the road .
@griggsb19 ай бұрын
So good to see him talking about this. So much experience!
@kendricklyon96339 ай бұрын
Learning how to play like mark Knopfler currently. My friend’s even letting me borrow his Strat for it and I’ve had it for the past month.
@wannabeadrummer9 ай бұрын
Splendid to hear his comments, a great guitar star.
@gerrykavanagh9 ай бұрын
Remember seeing that Pensa-Suhr on the covers of guitar magazines back in the day. Still the height of aesthetic perfection to me now.
@fourthofseven9 ай бұрын
You can buy the next best thing, Suhr Legacy Standard at a much more “affordable” price.
@gerryk9 ай бұрын
I dream of the day when that is a possibility
@d.j.jansen65899 ай бұрын
You must be kidding. No binding, no cool logo, no quilted top, no Brazilian rosewood fretboard, no match! @@fourthofseven
@luisfernandorojasvelasco47317 ай бұрын
Beautiful guitars, my big 5 guitar collection will be pleased to receive either one.... I understand the ageing and the love, but right know I feel like the sad witness of the end of an era, the pinnacle became history, the downhill is ahead....
@mauriziolagaxio49548 ай бұрын
This man is a living legend and one of the greatest players of all time
@greatkingrat9 ай бұрын
I bought a bass guitar, a Schecter because Mark Knopfler played Schecters in the 80s.
@paulmahy8 ай бұрын
The soundtrack to a large part of my life. Never tire of listening to mark and Dire Straits.
@Patrick-gv8yc9 ай бұрын
What an amazing collection 🎸 - I know Mark would prefer the guitars to be continued to be played & not just hung in glass cabinets in offices of large corporates etc. Whenever I see these auctions such as Gilmour, Clapton etc. I think why not raffle them instead of auction? Example just the Dire Straits KZbin channel has close to 2 million subscribers, wonder how many $50 tickets they could sell & that's without all the other publicity the raffle would attract (just do the math). The charities that get part of the sale would benefit even more & I bet many of the guitars would end up in the hands of real musicians. Sure some would be re-sold on Reverb etc. that's life but at least the majority would have a chance to be played.
@charliedillon14009 ай бұрын
Brilliant idea. So much better than these guitars ending up on Johnny Depp's wall.
@vicpnut19 ай бұрын
Great idea
@kurikokaleidoscope8 ай бұрын
Thank you Mr. Knopfler ❤
@Taylor___9 ай бұрын
I can’t believe he’s selling them all!!!!
@lenadonise76618 ай бұрын
Wow they are great guitars Mark they sound excellent. Wish I had some of your guitars the quality is brilliant. Loved you and your band your music will live on forever. Love you Mark.❤
@7070Raneri7 ай бұрын
Don’t forget, that the specific sound of those guitars are in the head and in the fellings of millions of people..
@hyrulesurfer19 ай бұрын
Wow. I wish I could get that yellow Pensa Suhr. Such a beautiful guitar.
@Hobinator179 ай бұрын
Pensa guitars still make them but they start at 10 grand
@KRAZEEIZATION9 ай бұрын
It will sell for over €50,000 as it’s his. I wonder how much the red Schecter Tele will go for?
@iorch829 ай бұрын
THere's also the Suhr Carved Top custom which is mostly an exact replica by the guy who built it originally. You can see them in Reverb 2nd hand around 7K€.
@KRAZEEIZATION9 ай бұрын
@@iorch82 Yeah. I never liked those guitars. Hate the EMG active pickups and Floyd Rose. All very dated stuff now. Mark still sounded brilliant with it as it was a very dark tone at times. The was a non FR bridge too on models. There’s one for sale in Jimi’s guitar store Dublin for €6000. I actually liked his more recent P90 models in blue. The Schecter Strats and red Tele are awesome.
@Hobinator178 ай бұрын
@@KRAZEEIZATION schecter currently makes a model called the california classic which clearly took a lot of inspiration from Mark's pensa suhrs. It's made in Japan and priced around $2500. Passive pickups and a 2 point tremolo, quilt top, flamed neck, I'm tempted to pick one up some day
@brigittebrigitte18428 ай бұрын
Sir MK. You are amazing. You always going to be the best guitar player, with your golden fingers. Even I love. you are lovely voice👏👏💯🎸🎸🎸🎸💕💕💕💕💜❤🎸💜 even now you're still the best
@mathumphreys9 ай бұрын
It's a strange sad feeling when you realise your instruments are going to outlast you and that you have to plan for them after you're gone. They can't look after themselves.
@ruththompson18308 ай бұрын
It's odd how art is so important to our lives. MK has been a huge part of my journey - driving my car and listening to MK or DS has been my happy place for many years - decades. This is a beautiful collection of guitars. If I had the means I would probably go for the baby blue electric. Part of me is sad because it says to me that the days of making albums is probably coming to a close. If this is so - well that is the way it is - and I just feel lucky to have been on the journey since 1978. There are not too many people who can unite all nationalities with his art. Major respect for MK.
@These_go_to_eleven_19599 ай бұрын
Ever since i was a young kid i always preferred the Guitar players that were uniquely them! You know the ones that no matter what style or gear they use you KNOW it is them. Mark definitely fits this bill. I would know his playing even if he played a UKE!
@cedheb8 ай бұрын
Unable to afford one I went to dream at The Mark Knopfler Guitar collection at Christie's in NYC there was a very small part of his collection but I was able to see some mythical models at the origin of his legendary hits it was amazing Thank Mr Knopfler
@user-eh1og1ci7h9 ай бұрын
I don't know why this makes me want to cry.
@bharat51949 ай бұрын
Still legendary, Still underrated. Mark Knopfler is a guitar god ✨