🔎 Historical Perspective
This King 3BLG Legend Series Trombone, built during the Eastlake, Ohio production period, represents King’s modern interpretation of the classic 3B design. With its 8" gold brass bell and .508 bore lightweight nickel silver handslide, the 3BLG preserves the familiar King response while offering a slightly warmer tonal profile than traditional yellow-brass 3B models.
This example was approximately 18 months old at the time of sale and remained in excellent condition with only minimal signs of use. The slide was outstanding—smooth, fast, and quiet—and the instrument played exactly as expected from a well-maintained Legend Series King.
The gold brass bell softens high-frequency overtones slightly, giving extra warmth while still retaining the clarity and projection players expect from a King 3B. That balance makes models like the 3BLG especially appealing for jazz band, commercial section work, pit orchestra playing, and amplified solo performance.
This trombone included its original Reunion Blues Cordura case. Examples like this help illustrate the evolution of King trombones from the Cleveland and Eastlake eras into modern Legend Series production.
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📷 Older Photography Note – Archive Image Context
These photos on this listing come from an earlier period of our shop photography. They still accurately document the instrument and its condition, but may not reflect our current studio style. They are preserved as part of the historical record of this King 3BLG Legend Series trombone.
✅ Common Questions
What is a King 3BLG trombone?
A Legend Series version of the classic King 3B featuring a gold brass bell for a warmer tonal color.
Is a modern Eastlake King 3B still a professional instrument?
Yes. Many Legend Series models are used by working players in jazz, commercial, and pit orchestra settings.
How much is a used King 3BLG worth?
Value depends on condition, originality, and service history. Archive listings like this help establish realistic market expectations.
🔧 Availability & Archive Status
This trombone has been sold and is now part of our Archive of Sold instruments. Archive listings remain online to help collectors and musicians research instrument history, specifications, and values.
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This King 3BLG Legend Series trombone is now shown as a historical reference for collectors and players. 📌
