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King's straight trombones are some of the most famous jazz trombones in the world for a reason ? they deliver a unique, timeless sound that other 'bones struggle to match. The King 2B Legend gets its voice from a 7-3/8-inch sterling silver bell that delivers crisp, brilliant melodies in every venue. Trombonists at Sweetwater note that the lightweight nickel-silver slide plays like a dream; it's fast, smooth, and can do anything from lazy legato and lightning-quick solos. Beyond the tuneful construction, the King 2B trombone has a dual-bore design for a free-blowing feel. There's also an engraved 3-piece balancer and deluxe bell engraving to add a touch of luxury. The King 2B Legend professional tenor trombone ships with a mouthpiece and molded case, so you'll be ready to gig with it from the word go!





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Sterling silver bell delivers a clean, pure tone





Thanks to the sterling silver bell, the King 2B Legend professional tenor trombone bathes the audience in a bright and lively tone. Sterling silver is known for its brilliant, captivating tonal character. At its fullest, the bell flares out to an impressive 7-3/8 inches. Together with the nickel silver main slide, this tenor trombone produces the quintessential jazz tone. And the more you play your new King 2B Legend trombone, the faster it'll become your first call 'bone.





Pro-level performance for discriminating jazz players





From the moment you take it out of the case and assemble it, the 2B Legend has everything that a pro-level horn needs. The slide plays effortlessly, the bell produces enough power to shake the rafters, and the 0.481/0.491-inch dual-bore design produces a totally unique timbre. This professional trombone comes dressed up in a clear lacquer finish that's super easy to maintain and shines when you're in the limelight.





King: crafting world-class instruments for more than a century





With more than a century of world-class instrument building under its belt, King has been the brand of choice for scores of renowned artists, including Cannonball Adderley, Charlie Parker, Tommy Dorsey, Ziggy Elman, and Harry James. Crafted in Eastlake, Ohio, the 2B Legend trombone supplies you with a level of performance and playability that befits King's storied, 100-plus-year history. Sweetwater is excited to be a part of such a celebrated legacy.





King 2B Legend Professional Trombone Features:


Professional Bb tenor jazz trombone


Nickel-silver handslide promotes fast, seamless movement


Sterling silver bell projects a brilliant, captivating sound with pure tone


0.481/0.491-in. dual-bore design produces the perfect sonic flavor for jazz


Silver-plated finish with gold trim contributes a distinctive appearance


Includes a Bach 12C mouthpiece and a hardshell case