A Powerhouse Marching Trumpet
Tailor-made for marching applications, the King 1117SP Ultimate is a true powerhouse. This trumpet delivers high-level brass muscle through its .462-inch bore and a 5.2-inch, dynamically angled seamless bell. You also get field-ready nickel-plated valves for lightning-fast action and response. The 1117SP's first valve thumb saddle offers straightforward adjustability, and its silver-plated brass body infuses every note you play with the perfect hint of brilliance. To top it off, strategic bracing makes performing high-energy maneuvers with this marching horn a piece of cake. Marching musicians all over the world have benefitted from the responsive performance and cannon-like projection of the King 1117SP. Now you can, too!
Pro-level performance for discriminating players
The 1117SP Ultimate is a high-quality trumpet that delivers top-shelf performance for marching applications. Its .462-inch, large bore exhibits a commanding, rafter-shaking sound. This horn's rugged nickel-plated valves offer super-quick action for playability that's second to none. The 1117SP's first valve thumb saddle facilitates easy intonation adjustments.
Oversized, dynamically angled bell
The King 1117SP Ultimate is equipped with an oversized, 5.2-inch yellow brass bell, which is dynamically angled for maximum projection. This bell boasts seamless construction, along with soldered bead wire. What's more, this near-bulletproof horn includes strategic bracing for supreme durability. The 1117SP features a silver-plated finish, which brings a controlled brilliance to your overall sound.
King: crafting world-class instruments for more than a century
With more than a century of world-class instrument building under its belt, King has been the brand of choice for scores of renowned artists, including Cannonball Adderley, Charlie Parker, Tommy Dorsey, Ziggy Elman, and Harry James. Crafted in Eastlake, Ohio, the 601 supplies you with a level of performance and playability that befits King's storied, 100-plus-year history. Sweetwater is excited to be a part of such a celebrated legacy.
King 1117SP Ultimate Marching Trumpet Features:
- Tailor-made for marching applications
- .462-inch bore yields high-level brass muscle
- Field-ready nickel-plated valves for lightning-fast action and response
- 1st valve thumb saddle facilitates easy intonation adjustments
- 5.2-inch dynamically angled seamless bell
- Silver-plated finish brings a controlled brilliance to your overall sound
- Strategic bracing makes accommodates high-energy maneuvers
- Comes with a heavy-duty case and 3C mouthpiece
