Artist: Eddy Duchin
Title: Prairie Mary
Format: Lacquer Acetate Record (Test Pressing)
Matrix / Code: WCO 26732
Label / Catalog: Unlabeled (Hand-etched)
Country: USA
Genre / Style: Jazz, Pop Standards, Pre-War / Dance Band
Condition: VG+ (Very Good Plus)
Rare 10" lacquer test pressing of Eddy Duchin performing Prairie Mary. Hand-etched with matrix number WCO 26732and artist/title details, this is an original acetate likely used in the mastering or evaluation process before commercial release. A unique collector’s item that offers a direct connection to the production process.
Record is in VG+ condition with minimal signs of wear for a lacquer of this age. No skips noted; playback is solid with expected light surface noise from the format. A fascinating historical piece for collectors of test pressings and jazz/piano history.