Coldplay – X&Y
The music gear and equipment used by the artists, producers, engineers, and more involved in the making of the 2005 album X&Y.
Music from X&Y
Artists on X&Y
Gear Used On X&Y
Explore the instruments, equipment, software, and production tools used in the making of Coldplay – X&Y (2005). Click more on each item to see exactly how it was used.
Jonny Buckland
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Guitars used by Jonny Buckland on X&Y
Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitars
Avg price: $1,186.33
At 0:54 in this live Coldplay video, Jonny Buckland can be seen playing his black 1972 Fender Telecaster Thinline.
In 2010, the guitar was actioned off for a charity fundraiser and won by Jason DeBord. This detailed article about the guitar and it's auction says, "This was Jonny’s main guitar all through the X&Y and Viva tours. Drenched, scorched and thoroughly vibed. He hesitated to sell it as it means a lot to him (he literally kissed it goodbye after the photo was taken)."
Effects Pedals used by Jonny Buckland on X&Y
Avg price: $657.87
Jonny Buckland’ pedalboard during 2005 X&Y album. A Colorsound by Sola Sound Supa Tonebender is seen.
Chris Martin
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Keyboards and Synthesizers used by Chris Martin on X&Y
Avg price: $55,399.27
In this photo from the X&Y recording sessions, Chris can be seen with a Yamaha CS80 Synthesiser. It's been used by Chris widely in the studio as well as on tour.