King 3BLS Tenor Trombone, Silver Bell and Lightweight Slide

Full Description

Classic Jazz Design

Hand made in the USA, the King 3BLS is noted as the typical jazz trombone. The higher register is easier than ever to perform with an accurate and brilliant sound due to the small .508'' bore. Similar to other professional jazz trombones, the 8'' bell found on the King 3BLS provides a warm and clear tone, making it very versatile. Unlike other trombones, the King 3BLS features a sterling silver bell which produces a brilliant and bright tone - ideal for a soloist. For additional tonal warmth, the trombone is finished with a bright clear lacquer. The 3BLS looks more professional than ever due to the newly designed hand engraving on the bell and the vintage three-piece balancer.

Professional Slide

Even back in the creation of King instruments in 1894, the instrument was hailed for its smooth and light slide action. From that point on, new skills and technology have only made king trombones better. The chrome plated nickel silver tubing combined with a nickel silver outer slide makes for the lightest slide produced by King, offering the player huge technical versatility on quicker passages of music.

Included Accessories

As well the trombone, the 3BLS includes a luxury black hard case designed for the King trombone to fit in securely. This makes transporting the instrument to concerts and rehearsals very easy. Also included is a King mouthpiece which is manufactured to the specifications of the trombone. It plays freely and easily in the higher register and produces a beautiful and rich tone.

About King

­The first King trombone was developed in 1894 and was viewed as a revelation to the music world. King had a reputation for engineering the best trombone slides, making them smoother, finer and lighter than any other trombone. Today, King use their musical heritage to continue to set high standards for modern day trombones, combining both traditional techniques and modern-day processes into every instrument.

Reviews

"“My new King 3B is the best horn I have ever played. No other trombone can match the tone, clarity of articulation and flexibility the 3B possesses. It is truly a joy to play."Nick Vayenas - Trombonist with the Michael Buble band.

“The King 3B is still the King of trombones, because it conquers any musical setting with a rich tone, clear articulation, and massive projection. My King 3B has the smoothest slide in the business. King trombones are legendary and remain #1.”Andrae Murchison - freelance musician NYC, The Skatalites

Specifications

• Key Of: Bb
• Bell Diameter: 8''
• Bell Material: Sterling Silver
• Bore Size: 0.508''
• Waterkeys: 1
• Slide: Nickel Silver
• Finish: Clear Lacquer

Included Accessories

• Mouthpiece
• Hard Wood Shell Case