King 3B Concert Tenor Trombone Overview
The King 3B Concert is an established professional tenor trombone valued by players who want a focused sound, immediate response, and the projection associated with classic King small-bore designs. Widely used in jazz, commercial, pit, and solo settings, the 3B balances agility with enough breadth for section playing. This particular instrument carries King and The H.N. White Co. Cleveland markings from an earlier period of King production.
King 3B Concert Tenor Trombone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Tenor trombone
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: .508 inch
- Bell Diameter: 8 inches
- Bell Material: Yellow brass
- Outer Slide Material: Nickel silver
- Finish: Lacquer
- Case: Black fitted soft case with backpack-style carrying straps
- Serial Number: 356650
Condition & Setup
This vintage King 3B Concert is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The instrument has scattered fine scratches and light handling wear, with localized finish clouding and discoloration around portions of the bell throat and engraving. Additional rub marks are present on the counterweight and slide receiver. The included soft case has exterior wear and a torn area in the interior lining.
Who the 3B Concert Tenor Trombone Is For
The 3B trombone is well suited to professional players, advanced students, and experienced doublers seeking a responsive tenor trombone with a centered tonal core and clear articulation. Its compact playing concept works especially well for jazz ensembles, commercial sections, lead playing, pit orchestra, and solo work. Players who prefer the broader resistance and tonal scale of a large-bore orchestral trombone may favor a different design.
Common Questions About the King 3B Concert
How does the King 3B differ from the King 2B?
The 3B uses a .508-inch bore and 8-inch bell, giving it a broader tonal footprint than the 2B, which uses a smaller dual bore and 7-3/8-inch bell. Both retain the responsive, projecting character associated with classic King tenor trombones.
What playing characteristics are associated with the .508-inch bore?
A .508-inch bore supports quick response, articulate attacks, and a focused sound that can project efficiently. It offers more breadth than many smaller jazz trombones while remaining more compact than a large-bore symphonic tenor.
What do the H.N. White Co. Cleveland markings signify?
These markings identify the instrument with the period when King operated under The H.N. White Co. in Cleveland. They distinguish it from later King production and are relevant to musicians and collectors seeking earlier King instruments.
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King 3B Professional Bb Tenor Trombone in Lacquer
King 3B Concert Tenor Trombone Overview
The King 3B Concert is an established professional tenor trombone valued by players who want a focused sound, immediate response, and the projection associated with classic King small-bore designs. Widely used in jazz, commercial, pit, and solo settings, the 3B balances agility with enough breadth for section playing. This particular instrument carries King and The H.N. White Co. Cleveland markings from an earlier period of King production.
King 3B Concert Tenor Trombone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Tenor trombone
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: .508 inch
- Bell Diameter: 8 inches
- Bell Material: Yellow brass
- Outer Slide Material: Nickel silver
- Finish: Lacquer
- Case: Black fitted soft case with backpack-style carrying straps
- Serial Number: 356650
Condition & Setup
This vintage King 3B Concert is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The instrument has scattered fine scratches and light handling wear, with localized finish clouding and discoloration around portions of the bell throat and engraving. Additional rub marks are present on the counterweight and slide receiver. The included soft case has exterior wear and a torn area in the interior lining.
Who the 3B Concert Tenor Trombone Is For
The 3B trombone is well suited to professional players, advanced students, and experienced doublers seeking a responsive tenor trombone with a centered tonal core and clear articulation. Its compact playing concept works especially well for jazz ensembles, commercial sections, lead playing, pit orchestra, and solo work. Players who prefer the broader resistance and tonal scale of a large-bore orchestral trombone may favor a different design.
Common Questions About the King 3B Concert
How does the King 3B differ from the King 2B?
The 3B uses a .508-inch bore and 8-inch bell, giving it a broader tonal footprint than the 2B, which uses a smaller dual bore and 7-3/8-inch bell. Both retain the responsive, projecting character associated with classic King tenor trombones.
What playing characteristics are associated with the .508-inch bore?
A .508-inch bore supports quick response, articulate attacks, and a focused sound that can project efficiently. It offers more breadth than many smaller jazz trombones while remaining more compact than a large-bore symphonic tenor.
What do the H.N. White Co. Cleveland markings signify?
These markings identify the instrument with the period when King operated under The H.N. White Co. in Cleveland. They distinguish it from later King production and are relevant to musicians and collectors seeking earlier King instruments.
We are proud to be an authorized King dealer
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Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
King 3B Professional Bb Tenor Trombone in Lacquer
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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.