Overview
This King 2280 Legend Series Euphonium is a single-owner instrument that had been well maintained prior to sale. It features a 4-valve non-compensating design, .580–.600 dual bore, and 11″ yellow brass bell. The euphonium included its original case.
The instrument showed only minor cosmetic wear typical of careful use. It was scheduled for routine shop preparation prior to sale, including cleaning and inspection to ensure reliable mechanical condition.
Legend Series euphoniums continue King’s tradition of American brass instrument design with modern production consistency.
Player Perspective
The King 2280 Legend Series is a practical choice for trombone players who double on euphonium, as well as advancing students and community ensemble musicians. Non-compensating 4-valve euphoniums provide familiar slide-adjustment techniques for players comfortable making small pitch adjustments when needed.
Clean examples like this remain dependable instruments for concert band, chamber music, and general ensemble use.
📸 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King 2280 Legend Series Euphonium has been sold and is now part of The Brass Exchange Archive of Sold instruments for historical reference.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 euphonium or considering selling your own instrument, we are always happy to help.
👉 Browse our current instrument inventory here:
https://thebrass-exchange.com/trombones
(We often have euphoniums, trumpets, and other brass instruments available.)
📚 Historical Insight
Interested in seeing more King brass instruments from over the years? 🔎 Visit our Historical King Archive to explore past instruments, compare models, and learn more about this classic American maker.
