Cha-Chi and David welcome Beatles collector Mark Erbach. They delve into Mark's extensive collection of Beatles acetates, master tapes, and rare items, including Ringo Starr's 1964 United Artists Gold Record Award and Paul McCartney's original UnEQ'd master tape for the Ram album. Mark shares anecdotes about acquiring these rare pieces and discusses the upcoming auction of his collection at rrauction.com. This episode offers a deep dive into the world of Beatles memorabilia, the significance of acetates, and the evolving market for collectible records.
The Mark Erbach Collection: https://www.rrauction.com/provenance/the-mark-erbach-collection/
Topics
01:15 Special Guest: Mark's Beatles Collection
02:22 The Hunt for Rare Beatles Memorabilia
06:08 The Changing Collectibles Market
09:57 Iconic Finds and Their Stories
12:06 Personal Highlights and Future Plans
20:00 Beatles Memorabilia and Personal Stories
21:55 Rare Beatles Acetates and Their Origins
22:40 Unreleased Beatles Albums and Acetates
24:48 Upcoming Auction Highlights
26:28 Choosing RR Auction for Beatles Collection
28:26 Rolling Stones Memorabilia
29:52 The Collector's Dilemma and Future Plans
30:50 Understanding Acetates
32:53 The Mythical Beatles Acetate
34:22 Final Thoughts and Auction Details
