I did not know until just now that science fiction writer John Scalzi owned the original of these rare guitars

[highplainsdem]

I regret to inform you that no one will ever accuse me of buying musical instruments carefully

— John Scalzi (@scalzi.com) 2026-04-14T21:46:13.414Z

Fun fact: There are six Hutchins "Beast" guitars in the world: 2 red, 4 blue. I own the original, which is described and shown in this video, and which I purchased at auction in 2021. The second red one was put up for auction last year but did not sell.

youtu.be/DX2ty4qS_As

— John Scalzi (@scalzi.com) 2026-04-14T22:02:42.450Z

[Drum]

1. "Still got the ole tagger on it."

[highplainsdem]

2. Yep. Here's the page about the auction:

https://www.guitar-auctions.co.uk/sale/139/37/Hutchins-The-Beast-sixneck-electric-guitar-comprising-a-twelve-string-guitar-a-six-string-guitar-with-tremolo-a-five-string-bass-a-four-string-bass-a-seven-string-guitar-with-tremolo-and-a-six-string-hardtail-guitar

It sold for £1600.

[ProfessorGAC]

3. Yikes!

That thing has to weigh a ton.
I got to play Rick Neilsen's 5 neck, and I guessed it weighed 30#. I could never play that thing for more than one song!
This one has 6 necks & 2 of them are bass, so longer, heavier necks
Sure enough, I looked it up & it weighs 37#!
I only have one keyboard heavier than that.
It's a cool collectible & it didn't cost a ton, but no thanks.
Good for John though. He looks happy about it.