{"product_id":"rare-1945-king-liberty-model-1045-bb-trumpet","title":"Rare 1945 King Liberty Model 1045 Bb Trumpet","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_0b57ade8d5646c1f\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering stronger enable-updated-hr-color\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eRare 1945 King Liberty Model 1045 Trumpet – Original Lacquer – Professionally Serviced\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eOwn a piece of American jazz history. This \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"43\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e1945 King Liberty Model 1045\u003c\/b\u003e is a stunning example of post-WWII craftsmanship from the H.N. White Company. Known for their narrow, elegant wrap and vibrant, \"silky\" tonal quality, the Liberty was the go-to choice for lead players and soloists of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis specific instrument has been \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"34\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eprofessionally cleaned, chemically bathed, and serviced\u003c\/b\u003e. It is in perfect playing condition, offering the fast valve action and exceptional intonation these vintage Kings are famous for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering stronger enable-updated-hr-color\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003eOriginal Vintage Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Retains its original lacquer, showing a beautiful honey-gold patina consistent with its 80-year history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003eReady to Play:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully serviced with airtight valves and smooth-moving slides. No additional tech work required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003eComplete Set:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes the rare original hardshell case and a period-correct King mouthpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003eThe \"King\" Sound:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a balanced bore that provides a brilliant, projecting sound that cuts through a mix while remaining warm in the lower register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering stronger enable-updated-hr-color\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering stronger enable-updated-hr-color\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003eKing (H.N. White Co.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003eModel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003eLiberty 1045\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003eYear of Manufacture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e1945\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003eKey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003eBb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\"\u003eBore Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,1,0\"\u003eDual Bore (.448\" approx.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\"\u003eBell Diameter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,1,0\"\u003e4-5\/8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0,0\"\u003eBell Material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,7,1,0\"\u003eYellow Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0,0\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,8,1,0\"\u003eOriginal Gold Lacquer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0,0\"\u003eValves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,9,1,0\"\u003eTop-sprung Nickel Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eMechanics:\u003c\/b\u003e The valves are fast and quiet with excellent compression. All slides (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and Main Tuning) pull smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" class=\"citation-1 entailed\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" class=\"citation-1 entailed\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eAesthetics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" class=\"citation-1 entailed citation-end-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e Character-rich wear to the lacquer at contact points, common for a horn of this vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e Minor pings may be present, but there are no major dents or signs of previous traumatic repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Recently underwent a professional ultrasonic cleaning and alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e1945 King Liberty 1045 Trumpet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003eOriginal King Hardshell Case:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the classic red plush lining, tweed exterior with leather trim and vintage brass hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003eOriginal King Mouthpiece:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfectly matched to the instrument's venturi for the intended backpressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Warranty Card and Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"15,0\"\u003eCollector's Note:\u003c\/b\u003e The 1945 production year is particularly desirable as it represents the return to high-quality brass materials immediately following the wartime restrictions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Note from the Seller:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Finding a 1945 King Liberty in this condition is becoming increasingly rare. This was the year H.N. White returned to their legendary brass standards following the war, and you can feel that quality in every note. Unlike many 'closet finds' that require hundreds of dollars in shop work, this horn has been professionally chemically cleaned and serviced. It’s not just a museum piece; it’s a high-performance lead trumpet ready for the stage tonight. From the silky valves to the original honey-gold lacquer, this is a true survivor of the Golden Age of Brass.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48276060733697,"sku":"269868","price":1150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1298\/4787\/files\/Artboard1copy4_d9ab108c-c27d-44cc-ac11-76de5549f2c4.png?v=1774471831","url":"https:\/\/www.palenmusic.com\/products\/rare-1945-king-liberty-model-1045-bb-trumpet","provider":"Palen Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}