Overview
This King 3B Silversonic Tenor Trombone, serial number 442xxx, dates to the late H.N. White era (1965–1970). It features the classic sterling silver Silversonic bell with gold-washed interior and original King coffin-style case.
Before sale, the instrument received a full shop service at The Brass Exchange including chemical cleaning and slide adjustment. The trombone presented in clean structural condition with no dents or signs of prior repair, and the handslide operated smoothly.
King 3B Silversonic models from the H.N. White period remain respected examples of mid-century American brass manufacturing.
Player Perspective
The King 3B has long been associated with jazz and commercial playing and remains one of the most recognizable small-bore tenor designs. Silversonic versions feature sterling silver bells, which from a professional player’s perspective require a bit more energy to fully resonate, but once mastered can produce remarkable tonal energy that many players value.
Clean H.N. White era examples are appreciated both by players and collectors for their craftsmanship and historical importance in the King trombone lineage.
📸 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This King 3B Silversonic trombone has been sold and is now part of The Brass Exchange Archive of Sold instruments for historical reference.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This King 3B Silversonic Tenor Trombone from the H.N. White era has been sold and is shown here as a historical reference for players and collectors researching King instruments and their market history.
