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King Winds 606 DIPLOMAT LACQUER

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Description

Essential Information About the King Winds 606 Trombone

  • Tenor trombone, single slide designed for study, with easy handling and great musical versatility.
  • Bore 12.77 mm : good balance between ease of play, projection, and control, ideal for quick progress.
  • 203 mm brass bell : round, warm sound, sufficiently broad for both orchestra and brass band.
  • Ready to play : instrument adjusted by a luthier, delivered with a Bach mouthpiece and a hard case.

King Winds: An American Tradition Dedicated to the Slide

Founded in Cleveland (Ohio) at the end of the 19th century around Henderson White and the contribution of trombonist Thomas King, the King brand quickly stood out with an innovative approach to the bore, the bell, and especially a slide known to be smoother and lighter than the competition. This pursuit of playing comfort and acoustic efficiency contributed to the brand's reputation among professional musicians, then to its popularity in big bands and orchestras over the decades. The King 606 continues this tradition with a clear positioning: a solid, musical, and accessible study trombone designed to support long-term progress.

For Which Musician and in What Styles?

The King 606 is primarily aimed at beginners and intermediate players seeking a reliable, in-tune, and pleasant instrument under the slide. Its design makes it an excellent choice for conservatory, wind ensembles, brass bands, school orchestras, and early steps in jazz. Its versatility allows tackling both classical study repertoire (legato and intonation work) and more rhythmic playing (attack, articulation, swing) without feeling limited.

Sound and Design

With its 203 mm brass bell, the King 606 offers a warm tonal color, consistent projection, and a strong presence overall. The 12.77 mm bore promotes relatively easy and stable sound production, which helps build tone, secure attacks, and improve intonation across all registers. In terms of feel, the combination of a chrome-plated inner slide and a yellow brass outer slide aims for smooth gliding and good durability, essential for working on legato and precise position changes. The lacquered finish protects the instrument and maintains a neat appearance daily.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The instrument is delivered with a Bach mouthpiece and a hard case. The most useful addition for regular maintenance is a slide lubricant (cream or suitable spray type) to preserve smooth slide action, as well as a soft cloth for the lacquered finish.

Technical Specifications

Body

  • Type: single slide trombone
  • Bore: 500" = 12.77 mm
  • Bell diameter: 8" = 203 mm
  • Bell: brass
  • Color / finish: lacquered

Valves / Slide

  • Inner slide: chrome-plated
  • Outer slide: yellow brass

Mouthpiece

  • Included mouthpiece: Bach

Included Accessories

  • Hard case

Miscellaneous

  • Instrument adjusted by a luthier : ready to play
Brand reference number: 704550

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An excellent versatile trombone, comfortable in all ensembles (brass band, marching band, and even brass orchestra), thanks to a bright sound without being excessively sharp. Excellent value for money.
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Posted on 24/11/2016
By Tanguy S.

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