Overview
This Vintage King Symphony Model 1485 Tenor Trombone, built in the early 1950s during the H.N. White era, features a 9″ yellow brass bell, rotor attachment, standard handslide, and friction-fit construction. The instrument presented as a clean structural example and was freshly chemical-cleaned and serviced prior to sale.
The horn showed no significant mechanical issues and played reliably following shop preparation. It included a like-new old-stock Protec case and mouthpiece.
King Symphony models from the H.N. White period are respected examples of mid-century American brass manufacturing and remain appreciated by players looking for classic large-bore tenor designs.
Player Perspective
Large-bore tenor trombones from the early King Symphony line provide a traditional American orchestral concept with familiar slide proportions and dependable mechanics. Clean vintage examples like this can serve well for advancing students, comeback players, or community ensemble musicians seeking a historically interesting large-bore tenor.
📸 Photography From Our Early Archive
Some photos on this listing come from the early years of The Brass Exchange, when our fine-art photography of brass instruments was still evolving. While lighting and presentation techniques have improved over time, these images remain part of our shop’s history and document instruments we were honored to handle.
They also reflect our long-standing interest in how to photograph musical instruments clearly and honestly for players and collectors.
🔧 Availability & Archive Status
This King Symphony Model 1485 trombone has been sold and is now part of The Brass Exchange Archive of Sold instruments for historical reference.
Archive pages remain published so players, teachers, and collectors can research models and market history. If you are looking for a similar King trombone or considering selling your own instrument, we are always happy to help.
👉 Browse our current trombone inventory here:
https://thebrass-exchange.com/trombones
📚 Historical Insight
Interested in seeing more King trombones from over the years? 🔎 Visit our Historical King Archive to explore past instruments, compare models, and learn more about this classic American maker.
Archive Reference Note
This Vintage King Symphony Model 1485 Tenor Trombone has been sold and is shown here as a historical reference for collectors and players researching H.N. White era King instruments.
