Status Quo Tour Equipment Set for Auction

British rock band Status Quo is providing fans with an opportunity to purchase equipment utilized during a recent tour, which has been suggested might be their final one. Instruments, amplifiers, and stage equipment previously used by Status Quo are scheduled for auction in Corsham, Wiltshire, on 3 December. The sale will be conducted by Gardiner Houlgate auctioneers and is anticipated to generate more than £45,000. The equipment was most recently deployed when Status Quo performed at a festival held at Vivary Park, Taunton, Somerset, in August. Francis Rossi, the band’s lead guitarist and singer, has indicated that the recent tour could be their last, affirming the equipment is “the real deal”. Rossi stated: “This is equipment has lived a life but can still deliver at the top of its range. All these items have been used directly by the band, have travelled miles with us and got an outing most recently at the 23 August show in Taunton. This phase of Quo is over and it is time to pass these pieces on to our fans.” Formed in 1962 and adopting the name Status Quo in 1967, the band’s hit songs include Caroline, Paper Plane, Whatever You Want, and Rockin’ All Over the World. With a career spanning over 60 years, the British rockers have produced 60 UK chart hits, released 33 albums, and served as the opening act for the 1985 Live Aid concert at Wembley Stadium. Items from Rossi’s home studio are also included in the sale. Luke Hobbs, an auctioneer from Gardiner Houlgate, commented: “Status Quo are a British rock institution so it’s with mixed feelings that we’re auctioning their equipment. However, the sale will give Quo’s fans a chance to buy a piece of British rock history. We’re expecting a lot of interest.”