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As a young man, Henderson N. White loved music and theater. He ran an instrument repair shop in Cleveland, Ohio, and became friends with the musicians in the city. One of the finest musicians was Thomas King, a solo trombonist with the Lyceum Theatre Orchestra. He urged White to design a new trombone and offered to help. The two men collaborated, White providing his mechanical skill, King contributing his experience as an artist. They tried their ideas, tested them over a period of months, and finally produced a trombone with a vastly improved slide action and superb tonal quality. White named it the "King" trombone, after his friend. It was an immediate success in Cleveland and soon became one of the most popular trombones in the country.
White followed his trombone success by designing and patenting a new silver cornet, which also won almost instant acceptance. Then came King trumpets, french horns, baritones and double bell euphoniums.
And so the company began. It started because its young founder felt that every fine artist deserves the best possible instrument. The company's continuing developmental work has been motivated by this same commitment ever since.
Legend 2B:
This classic jazz trombone is noted for its projection and excellent upper range. It has a .481/.491" dual bore with a 7 3/8" yellow brass bell, nickel silver outer slides, and a lacquer finish. Options include a gold brass bell, a sterling silver bell, or a sterling silver bell package with a silver plated finish and gold trim. It is also available with a silver or gold plated finish. Includes a deluxe wood shell case and a King silver plated mouthpiece.
Jiggs Whigham Legend 2B:
This signature model has a .491” bore with a 7 3/8” yellow brass bell. The slide is lightweight with nickel silver outer slides. The instrument is clear lacquer finished. It is also available with a short tuning slide or a silver or gold plated finish. Includes a deluxe wood shell case and a King silver plated mouthpiece.
Legend 2B+:
With a slightly larger .500” bore and brass outer slides, the 2B+ has a warmer tone than the original 2B. It also has a 7 3/8” yellow brass bell with clear lacquer. Options include a gold brass or sterling silver bell, to add more warmth and a more subtle response. It is also available with a silver or gold plated finish. Includes a deluxe wood shell case and a King silver plated mouthpiece.
Legend 3B:
The 3B is hailed as the most versatile commercial trombone in the world, suitable for both lead and solo playing. This trombone has a .508” bore with an 8” yellow brass bell. It has nickel silver outer slides and the whole instrument is clear lacquer finished. Options include a gold brass or sterling silver bell, and silver or gold plating. Also available is a sterling silver bell with silver plated finish and gold trim. Or add an F rotor for increased flexibility. Includes a deluxe wood shell case and a King silver plated mouthpiece.
Legend 3B+:
With a slightly larger .525” bore, the 3B+ has a warmer tone than the original 3B. It has an 8” yellow brass bell, nickel silver outer slides, and clear lacquer. Options include a gold brass or sterling silver bell, to add more warmth and a more subtle response. Silver or gold plating is also available. Includes a deluxe wood shell case and a King silver plated mouthpiece.
Legend 4B:
The Legend 4B is an excellent large bore instrument with consistent tone in all registers. It has a .547” bore with an 8 5/8” rose brass bell, nickel silver outer slides and clear lacquer. Options include adding an F rotor and silver or gold plating. Includes a deluxe wood shell case and a King silver plated mouthpiece.
Visit the official King website for more information.
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