Made by: The H. N. White Company, Cleveland Ohio
Serial Number: 110718 – Crafted in 1928
Model Number: 1020
Key: Bb
Clarinet Type: Boehm System
Finish: Type II Silver Plated
Case: Yes, original HN White made
Mouthpiece: None provided
Silver King Clarinet Background:
“Mechanically and Musically perfect!”
A Properly built metal clarinet is far superior to those built of wood or ebonite. That is proven by the way in which noted bands and players are turning to metal instruments. There is complete freedom from checking, cracking or warping. And you can play at any time, under any weather conditions, confident that your instrument will be in tune and that response will be instant.
There is no magic in the use of metal. Unless the clarinet is properly designed and accurately built, the mere use of metal does not make it good.
The Silver King Clarinet is properly designed and accurately built. Bell is made from pure sterling silver to give new beauty of appearance and a better tone. Body and keys are of a new, exclusive silver metal that gives greater strength and permits of added accuracy in building. Keys are beautiful in design and lay just right under the fingers, giving the proper feel.
While offering many improvements in design and construction, the one great feature of the Silver King is its absolute accuracy in every part and detail. From that mechanical accuracy comes the trueness of scale, a perfection of tone and intonation and an ease of playing that has never before been approached.---King Complete Catalog, 1929.
Silver King Clarinet Condition:
For sale by The H. N. White Company LLC, this magnificent Silver King Clarinet is in great condition given the fact that it is nearly 94 years old. H. N. White made King clarinets are among the finest metal clarinets ever made. The King Silver clarinet is the choice of professionals who value design and quality construction that only The H. N. White Company could provide.
This Silver King Clarinet was just professionally cleaned and re-padded and the cork was replaced. The clarinet has been newly articulated by our professional technician but may require some adjustments to match your playing preference and style. We have done everything to make this Clarinet “ready to play”.
· All parts are original and in good condition.
· The silver plating is original, overall at 99.8% perfect.
· The gold wash is 99% perfect.
· This clarinet comes with: one original tuning barrel.
· There are few very small dings.
· There are a few very small scratches.
· This clarinet has been re-padded (Roo) and corked.
· The original HN White case is in good condition.
· The clarinet comes with original HN White King B mouthpiece.
This clarinet comes with its original HN White made case which is in good shape. The exterior is fair with some damage at the ends. The interior is in great shape. The handles are new and look great.
Every effort has been taken to return this clarinet to perfect playing condition. If you are looking to improve your craft and sound then it is time to upgrade to the choice of professionals worldwide with the HN White made Silver King Clarinet. Over all, we would rate this Silver King Clarinet 99% perfect. HN White made Silver King Clarinets are among the best ever made. This is a once in a lifetime chance to own a great metal clarinet that can be used as an everyday player.
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.
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.