King 3B Tenor Trombone Overview
The King 3B Legend is a respected professional Bb tenor trombone with a long association with jazz, commercial, and section playing where clarity, flexibility, and projection matter. Its small-bore design gives players a compact response and a focused tonal profile compared with large-bore orchestral tenors, making the 3B a strong choice for players who want the classic King small-bore trombone concept.
King 3B Tenor Trombone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Professional Bb tenor trombone
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: .508 inch
- Bell Diameter: 8 inches
- Bell Material: Yellow brass
- Mouthpiece Shank: Small
- Finish: Lacquer
- Case: King-branded hard case
- Serial Number: 707873
Condition & Setup
This used King 3B is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The handslide is noted as good, an important functional point for a small-bore tenor trombone. Cosmetically, it shows scratches, scuffs, small dents, scattered lacquer wear, and worn spots around the slide receiver area. The included King-branded hard case has exterior wear from use.
Who the 3B Tenor Trombone Is For
The King 3B is well suited to advanced and professional players who want a responsive small-bore tenor for jazz, commercial work, musical theater, worship, solo playing, and lighter ensemble settings. Players who prefer a compact feel, clear articulation, and a focused sound will usually find the 3B more appropriate than a large-bore symphonic tenor; players primarily focused on large orchestral repertoire may prefer a larger bore instrument.
Common Questions About the King 3B
How does the King 3B fit within professional tenor trombone choices?
The King 3B is a professional small-bore Bb tenor trombone designed for players who value agility, clarity, and projection. It is commonly chosen for jazz, commercial, lead, and section work rather than large-bore orchestral applications.
What does the .508 inch bore contribute to the playing feel?
A .508 inch bore gives the 3B a quick, efficient response with a focused center to the sound. This bore size supports flexible articulation and helps the instrument speak easily in styles that require clarity and presence.
Why do many players choose a small-shank King 3B?
The small-shank setup keeps the instrument in the traditional small-bore tenor trombone family. It pairs well with mouthpieces intended for jazz, commercial, and lighter tenor work, where response and tonal definition are priorities.
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King 3B 'Legend' Professional Bb Tenor Trombone in Lacquer
King 3B Tenor Trombone Overview
The King 3B Legend is a respected professional Bb tenor trombone with a long association with jazz, commercial, and section playing where clarity, flexibility, and projection matter. Its small-bore design gives players a compact response and a focused tonal profile compared with large-bore orchestral tenors, making the 3B a strong choice for players who want the classic King small-bore trombone concept.
King 3B Tenor Trombone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Professional Bb tenor trombone
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: .508 inch
- Bell Diameter: 8 inches
- Bell Material: Yellow brass
- Mouthpiece Shank: Small
- Finish: Lacquer
- Case: King-branded hard case
- Serial Number: 707873
Condition & Setup
This used King 3B is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The handslide is noted as good, an important functional point for a small-bore tenor trombone. Cosmetically, it shows scratches, scuffs, small dents, scattered lacquer wear, and worn spots around the slide receiver area. The included King-branded hard case has exterior wear from use.
Who the 3B Tenor Trombone Is For
The King 3B is well suited to advanced and professional players who want a responsive small-bore tenor for jazz, commercial work, musical theater, worship, solo playing, and lighter ensemble settings. Players who prefer a compact feel, clear articulation, and a focused sound will usually find the 3B more appropriate than a large-bore symphonic tenor; players primarily focused on large orchestral repertoire may prefer a larger bore instrument.
Common Questions About the King 3B
How does the King 3B fit within professional tenor trombone choices?
The King 3B is a professional small-bore Bb tenor trombone designed for players who value agility, clarity, and projection. It is commonly chosen for jazz, commercial, lead, and section work rather than large-bore orchestral applications.
What does the .508 inch bore contribute to the playing feel?
A .508 inch bore gives the 3B a quick, efficient response with a focused center to the sound. This bore size supports flexible articulation and helps the instrument speak easily in styles that require clarity and presence.
Why do many players choose a small-shank King 3B?
The small-shank setup keeps the instrument in the traditional small-bore tenor trombone family. It pairs well with mouthpieces intended for jazz, commercial, and lighter tenor work, where response and tonal definition are priorities.
We are proud to be an authorized King dealer
Pairs well with
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
King 3B 'Legend' Professional Bb Tenor Trombone in Lacquer
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.