Vintage King Harry James Super 20 Symphony Silversonic Trumpet

Description: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE 1961 Vintage King Harry James Super 20 Symphony Silversonic Trumpet SN: 378118 Model Number: 1049-S Bb Serial Number: 378118 – Crafted in 1961 Finish: Oven Baked on Clear Lacquer Bore: Dual .458 and .468 Diameter of the Bell: 4.875 Inches Weight: 2 Ibs 7 ozs Mouthpiece: Yes, Vintage King S1 Case: Yes, HN White made famous black and grey alligator King Super 20 Silversonic Symphony Trumpet Background: Perhaps you are one of many discriminating trumpet players who has never found a trumpet to suit your individual playing style. If you are seeking an instrument with that “professional” tone, precise intonation, flexibility plus control, then you should try the new King Super 20. The phrase “love at first sight” might well be used to describe you initial reaction. Its jewel-like finish, graceful lines, and neat, simple engraving give it irresistible appeal. But an even greater thrill awaits you when you place it in your hands. Only then will you sense its feel of perfect balance. Then, too, as you manipulate the valves, you will experience a new pleasure at the quick, effortless, and noiseless response that greets your lightest touch. If you have an appreciation for mechanical refinements, you will be quick to recognize the advantages offered in the valve design of the King Super 20. The single tongue guide assures positive alignment each time the valve is inserted in its casing. Outside top-action springs decrease friction and assured smooth, noiseless action. Naturally, the quality most vital to any instrument is its playing character. You, the performer, must be the final judge of this. That is why we ask that you try this model soon. We believe that when you do, you will understand why so many trumpet artists agree that they King Super 20 is the last word in trumpet perfection. The New King Super 20 Symphony Model. A new addition to the Super 20 series is the Symphony Model. This remarkable new King trumpet is rapidly achieving the distinction of being the finest ever offered during our many years of trumpet-building experience. Designed to fit the special requirements of the most exacting symphony and dance band artists, its outstanding characteristic is the full, broad tone quality that can be produced with so little effort. Exclusive features such as sterling silver mouthpipe, dual-bore and one piece bell made of special brass alloy represent new concepts in instrument design.—White Way News Catalog #17, 1949 Solid Sterling Silver Bell responds instantly, gives precise control, projects farther. The sound is richer, slightly “darker” with more overtones and the tone will not crack-ever! --White Way News Catalog #21, 1964 King Super 20 Silversonic Symphony Trumpet Condition and Information: We are not selling the original Harry James trumpet but we are selling the one that we have made to match the Harry James trumpet. For sale by The H. N. White Company LLC is this magnificent modified King Super 20 Silversonic Symphony Trumpet made to Harry James Specifications. As most of you already know the great Harry James had long arms and HN White moved the valves away about an inch. So we have taken a standard King Super 20 Silversonic Symphony Trumpet and rebuilt it to the exact dimensions of a trumpet made for Harry from the early 1960’s. Sorry, the original Harry James trumpet is not for sale. The results are fantastic some trumpets just have it and this one plays and sounds amazing. When the King Super 20 Silversonic Symphony Trumpet hit the music scene, it was an instant sensation. The dual bore design allows for better control coupled with a solid sterling silver leadpipe and bell, it is a professional musicians dream trumpet. This trumpet has been restored. The body of the trumpet is in great shape and has no scratches. All slides operate smoothly. The valves are superfast (like new) with no apparent loss of air pressure. All slides are stamped with the appropriately matched serial numbers. · This trumpet has new clear oven baked lacquer (99.9% perfect). · The gold wash inside the bell is new and 99.9% perfect. · The engraving is crisp and easy to see. · The Sterling Silver bell and leadpipe have been lacquered. · The trumpet is in great shape and has no scratches. · There are no dents or small dings. · All slides operate smoothly. · The valves are superfast with no apparent loss of air pressure. · All slides are stamped with the appropriately matched serial numbers. · The trumpet comes in HN White case. · Comes with vintage King S1 mouthpiece. This is the most famous case ever made it looks amazing and makes a statement wherever you go. The case is in great almost great shape overall. The exterior of the case is in amazing shape. The latches are original and in working order. The interior of the case is in fantastic shape with very little signs of use. The case has its both emblems. At The H. N. White Company LLC, we love restoring these horns and this Harry James special turned out really amazing. It was a labor of love for us to return this instrument to like new condition. Every effort has been taken to return this trumpet to perfect playing condition. If you are a huge fan of Harry James then you will really enjoy playing a trumpet which is just like the one he used to play. In order to improve your sound you must play with the very best equipment and todays horns do not compare. This trumpet sounds great and plays like it looks. The HN White King Super 20 Silversonic Symphony Trumpet plays like no other and its range is simply amazing. The H. N. White Company LLC: The H. N. White Company LLC is dedicated to preserving history and restoring the world’s finest musical instruments to their original quality and beauty. We spared no expense to return our instruments to like new condition, which includes using parts that match original specifications and only highly qualified craftsmen. H. N. White Company Restoration Services: The “house of Kings” has always been about providing the very best in refurbished musical instruments and now for the first time or restoration department is open to the public. Our goal is to provide the highest level of quality just like we do for our in-house instruments. Our services include full restoration such as: new clear baked lacquer, new silver plating, and just about any plating finish you can think of. Contact us and let’s get the conversation started about your project.

Price: 3699 USD

Location: Granville, Ohio

End Time: 2024-12-16T13:54:47.000Z

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