Get the inside track from Roisin O’Connor with our free weekly music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This The Smiths star Johnny Marr said the auction of his instrument collection “exceeded all my expectations” as the lots fetched nearly £4 million. The 111 lots auctioned on Thursday during Christie’s London sale included a range of instruments played by the musician, Marr’s Guitars: The Johnny Marr Collection. Lasting over five hours, the event attracted bidders from 34 nations and brought in £3,649,280 — more than triple its initial valuation. Marr said: “The auction has been a great experience and has exceeded all my expectations. “I’d like to thank everyone who made bids and special thanks to Christie’s for making it so memorable.” Among the items offered was Marr’s 1982 Rickenbacker 330 Jetglo, played on The Smiths’ self-titled debut album and during their early tours. A selection of guitars on display during the preview at Christie’s in central London (PA) The guitar — …