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