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The 2B has great protection in the upper register and is great for lead playing in a big band, but the 3B seems to have a more even sound all around and would blend better in a combo setting or as a solo instrument. You really can’t go wrong either way, as many fantastic players have shown! Would love to see some small-bore Bach comparisons! 16, 12, 6, etc

I have played both the 2B and 4B for over 45 years. Now I am convinced they all sound beautiful. It sounds like the 3B is wide open and free throughout all registers.

So glad to view this! Just bought a 2B (not here yet!) and was second guessing myself. Not any more. The 2b is for my lead jazz/commercial work and the sound is more condensed and has the more noticeable higher overtones. The 3 B has the mellower sounds with potential for brightening “a bit” which I can get with my Bach 42B on a schilke mouthpiece easily. Thanks for the thorough demo back-n-forth. Shows I def made the right choice to complement my bach 42 with the King 2b. Now I just need to sell my Olds Recording!

I had both of these instruments back in the day. The 2B was an incredible instrument. The 3B was more difficult to play and not as responsive for my style of play. I eventually traded for a 3B with an f attachment which somehow made it a better horn. I would love to have a 2B again.

This video is a trip because I was literally having this Convo with a trombone friend not even 12 hours ago. The 3B has a nice tone but the 2B just feels lighter to play. At the end of the day, it's all about preference. But my answer is 2B

I own both - 2b Silversonic, circa '59 and a 3b Silversonic early 70's. The 2b I've used when I'm playing lead for the slightly brighter clarity. lately I've been playing the 3b more just because I find it's a little more free blowing. I also use the 3b when playing in musicals - a better blend, for me anyway. I'm not a 'pro' player, just a high school player who's kept playing (40+ years). Now I'm trying to up my game a bit - really appreciate your channel and will circle back once I've spent some time on the basics I know I should have been doing but was to busy having fun playing when I could. keep up the noble work!

Wow, it's like you read all our collective minds about the 2B or 3B struggle. Tough call, am going to have to watch this a few more times. Thank you so much for making this video.

This is the first time in a video, comparing the 2, where I can finally see the difference. So, for me it sounds like I prefer the 3b over the 2b, but only slightly and I'll explain why. First, it sounds like the 3b resonates just a little bit more than the 2b and seems to be able to fit more in different play styles from what I have seen from other videos as well. Also, the 3b sounds wonderful in the high registers as well giving it a very full sound without giving too much bite (which, again, falls under which sort of play style you are looking for in band settings). The 2b also sounds fantastic in the high register, but has that bite that would be great for punchy jazz music. Lastly, the amount of projection that the 3b has versus the 2b is extremely noticeable. So, with the 2b, it seems like it is super responsive and that when you play the notes are just "out there" for lack of better terms. With the 3b, it sounds like you have to give it more effort in order for it to really sing, which I really appreciate in a horn. Yes you can play softly on both, but the fact that the 3b can really hold it back versus the 2b where the notes just want to come out really settles the difference for me.

It sounds like you enjoy the 2b more, part of what makes it more pleasant to hear. They both have excellent but different sounds, but the 2b seems to do what you are having it do more accurately and easily making for an easier and more accurate tone production.

I thought the difference would be bigger. I guessed wrong, at times, in a blind test, even though I’ve been playing a king 2b for 15 years. The lower register are more fragile on the 2b.With your subtone sound, it works. With a clear sound, the difference would be more noticeable. Thanks for the video

First, let me say, I really like your sound on both instruments. It's difficult to tell much difference over my computer speakers. I have a 2B Silversonic and a 3B Silversonic with F attachment. The 3B is by far my favorite of the two. I also have a 6B bass which I am getting used to more and more. I'd like to find a King alto, but these are really rare. Saw one on eBay awhile back, but it sold quickly. Keep up the good work!

my fav brand. Looking for a perfect 1965 King 2B Silversonic.

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. Thanks you for the comparison.

I was starting high school band and wanted to choose a instrument and came across this channel and you are so helpful. #paulthetrombonist 4 life

I think both of these horns are amazing, I own a 1945 3B Liberty edition. It is a little warmer than the traditional 3B I believe. I feel the 3B is a well rounded horn in general. The intonation on the 2B sounds better to me, but not sure if I can pinpoint exactly why.

Paul, another great video, that I enjoyed immensely. Definately 6 and two 3s between theose two. At times particularly later on in the video with my eyes closed I could not tell which was which. I think maybe the 3B sounds bigger and less bright and needs a technique to play, fill and slot. As for better, with your choice of music I go 2B but with other music I could be choosing 3B. Thanks again, an interesting comparison.

Thank you, Paul ! Both sound very good !! But i prefer King 2B Because it sounds a little brighter. In my opinion

Thanks, Paul! Both have their sweet-spots: 2B lead jazz; 3B ensemble playing. I'm a huge fan of King trombones. I've owned a few over the years (3B Concert - 4B Sonorous - 6B Silver Sonic Duo Gravis)

I think it comes down to the style of music you are playing. I've always like the sharpness of tone the 2B gives. Great for Jazz where you want to scream and have quick movements. The 3B has such a warm tone so Big Band and/or Orchestral is it's hot spot, in my humble opinion

I've always thought of the 2B more of a lead or studio horn...the 3B as a small group, section or jazz horn....great video...I think they both like small mouthpieces...you sound better on the 3B because your playing a 6AL...the 2B wants a 12C or a V cup... NICE...

It's pretty subtle here, but I prefer your sound on the 2B. There's a little more bite to the articulations. For myself, I've owned a 2B, 3B, and 3B SilverSonic. Really enjoyed them all. Found that the 2B was a little harder to play in the high range, weirdly. My 3B SilverSonic sounded great, but it was a very dark, lush sound, and the heavy silver bell just made it very front-heavy. Now playing a straight 3B.

I think I like the 3Bs clarity and flexibility slightly more than the 2B but I'm not sure. To My ear, they seem pretty evenly matched. I believe that if I were choosing between the two, my choice may come down to each Horn's playability and how they fit my technique,etc.

2B more Dorsey; 3B more Miller. Articulation seems clearer and quicker on the 2B, and nicer soaring high range on the 2B. 3B is maybe meatier. I played a Conn 10H as a jazz horn for decades and then added a 1939 2B Silvertone several years ago when I found myself playing a lot of big band lead and needed something with more projection. I still love the sound of the 10H for combos and recording.

Both horns have a beautiful tone; the 3B - a darker, more lush quality, and the 2B - a little brighter projection with a slight edginess. My personal preference for versatility would be the 3B. I’ve been using an Anniversary model (1893-1993) with Sterling Silver bell for about 25 years. It’s my main jazz, big band, and cover band horn. I occasionally use a Urbie Green Martin when playing lead in a big band. I use a Schilke 47 on either horn. Overall, the 3B gets my vote.

I’d like to know your thoughts about Thomann alto trombones. I have been playing tenor for a while and I want to switch completely to alto. Would you recommend that I start with Thomann Classic TEB480 GL?

I have 1945 liberty 2B and 1980's 3B and l love them both.I don't think it's a matter of which one sounds better, they both sound great and respond in different ways. The 2B is great for solo work and the 3B is well suited for big band section work as lead or down the line.

I go with the 2B. I have a 4B with the f attachment and the David Taylor Bass Trombone by Getzen. I think the 2 B would fir my needs not because I am in Big Band and Jazz like never before. Thank you for this. Carole

OK. Admittedly I am biased in that I have owned a 1953 KING 2B Liberty for forty years. I had it reconditioned; its a classic. I love its responsiveness. My Impressions of the SOUND comparison is that the 3B seems a bit more mellow and slightly fuller, while the 2B seems a bit 'sharper' or a little more penetrating. I know the 3B has a larger bore and can 'carry' farther. But I loved hearing you play the 2B, " 'cause that's what I got".

Muito bom, mas pelo que vi acho que o 2B sai melhor no agudo, foi o que me pareceu..Mas os 2 são ótimos!!Parabéns pelo vídeo 👏👏👏👏

In my opinion, the 2b is exelent in upper register as the solo instrument in combo. 2b have more direct raw tone than 3b which is much more smothly. In my opinion 3b is more versatile to play aronud different styles and bands or orchestras. I play more than 25 years King 4b gold brass bell. Its somehow between basst to 3b. Sound is darker, projection is not bad, as i worked in a different grounds (orchestras, combos, circus) i foud it just perfect for my work (can be load, dark sound, verry good for dif interpretations of sound etc.). It is interesting why just a few fellows played at this horn. I was greatly influenced from Kenny Car sound and also from your master prof. who prefer bigger horn too. Have a great New Year 2022 Paul! Respect and Regards, Franci.

Try the 2b slide on the 3b thats what i heard on an interview with JJ Johnson say thsts what he did

The 2B is much more compact, and just more punchy, more bite. The 3B was a bit more lush, warmer, with some bite when you needed it. Great comparison. I felt you slotted better on the 2B at times.

I managed to find an old King 2B, misidentified as a King 606, on sale for $90 at a pawn shop a few years ago. I bought it right away, put a bit of elbow grease and $50 of repair work into it (the slide wasn't in the best shape and was misaligned), and it is easily the best small bore trombone I've ever played, even if the lacquer has seen better days. Honestly, they both sound wonderful! The 3B seems slightly mellower to me, while the 2B is brighter but not stridently so. I think the difference in the sound isn't so much a matter of which one is better or worse and simply personal preference/what sort of sound you're going for. Since I do mostly ska/rock stuff, the 2B calls to me more, but if I were doing more jazz, I'd probably want to grab a 3B as well.

You have a lot more centred sound with the 2B . You absolutely suit the 2B more.

The 2b sounds better for you, at least to my ears. I tried a 3b once and it left me blah. Found happiness with an Olds Recording- lots of character, can handle my bass trombonist over blowing tendencies on smaller equipment.

To me they sound very close. I really can't tell any difference. I have a 2b I have had since 1955 when I was in high school. Tommy Dorsey played the 2b. It's a great horn.

I think it was easier for you to articulate 2b, but 3B you appear to be more in the moment like it was something new and a little bit lower. So if it's a paying gig 2B if you are established in a gig and just want to have fun bring both.

Hi..Im wanting to try my hand at trombone. I'm not a student. I'm 58. Been a percussionist all my life. I adapt to new things easily. Have watched several beginner Utube videos. What is your overall opinion of a good trombone that will stay in tune...I've read John Packer is a good one. Let me know..Thank you.

Paul you haven’t played a trombone that hasn’t sounded excellent anyway. That said, the 2B speaks better, the 3b sings better. Oddly enough the 2b be with the smaller bore has more Fidelity in the lower ranges. The 2b is more jazz sounding to my ear. If you were going to play “lush Life” I’d want to hear it on the 2B, Misty on the 3b. Love your channel, Paul. Stay creative with your channel it’s always nice to tune in to see what you’re doing.

I have a 2b but I think I want a 3b too. Do you think that’s ok to have both? I also love your bac trombone. Maybe I need that instead of a 3b. Ok I love your videos. Thanks for what you do here.

Do you use same mouth peace?

Perhaps the 3b, which bell tone sounds full. But I think the 2b sounds "quicker" perhaps a bit on the dry side and I think a soloist might prefer the quick die off of dry note.

First off, awesome. You could make a kazoo sound great. I find the 3B has just a little less edge than the 2B.

The 3B has a darker, more covered sound, and the 2B has more presence. I think the 2B is a perfect lead horn, while the 3B is better for “in the section” and combo work. Both sound to be very flexible.

Have you ever thought of doing a comparison of two intermediate f-attachment trombones? Like the King 607/8F and your BAC F-attachment?

Paul! I just wonder if there any difference in playing these two horns? Does this 3B requires more air/breathe for instance or does this 2b bring up more contra pressure, so somewhat less responsive?

I think for Paul the 2B sounds better, it’s smoother.

I think they sound almost like the same horn but in 2 different sizes. The 3B more open and the 2B more compact. I prefer the more compact sound and feeling. A few months ago I tried two vintage Conn horns. One 30H and one 32H from the early 40s - the "Burkle Duo-Bores" - and it felt just like the same horn in two different sizes. Same feeling and the same sound with one more open and the other a more compact character.

Can you also make a video about the King 4b trombone. It would be very nice. Greetings from Germany 👋

3B. Richer, warmer, and fuller tone.

If playing Tommy Dorsey, 2B. If playing JJ Johnson, 3B.

Love the 2b !! Team 2b

Usually its the musician who gets the right sounds from the instrument regardless of brand or model.

Hello. In my opinion and experience (I have both, none from HN White I must said...) and by far I prefer the 3B ... I think that it's tone quality is superb... it round and full sound, so nice, with that core and sweetness (if you desired).. The 3B will be better in almost any settings... I can't think on nothing that you can play on the 2B that it would be not possible on the 3B ... And the 3B is also a remarcable free blowing trombone, not so compressed as the 2B .. and I think this is true both in the sound and in the easiness of playing... I mean... the 3B is also a more "user friendly" instrument. -Hugo

2B for me !

I own both instruments and both are fine horns Think you sound better on the 2B It's unbeatable for lead playing and small group work I use my 3B for big band section work and commercial playing like R&B bands Please keep up the good work w your channel!

The 2B have a bright sound the 3B has a dark warm sound

Like them both, I would use them in different places. 2b for Lead , 3b for more section type playing. Both are excellent in their own way. Please continue the B series horns, if you can!

I've always preferred the 2 b to the 3b, the 3b to me has always sound sharp and a little off.

The 2B. The 3B seemed stuffy in the low register. The question is which one is more playful? I've played a couple of horns that seemed to enjoy being played, that were playful. Playful in the sense that they were playing with you and not that you were playing them. They were more enjoyable and that made me sound better.

Ok I don’t play trombone, my son does, but I love the instrument. My -with a grain of salt- opinion, the 2b sounds more mellow and controlled, the 3b sounds more free and open. You can hear more of what’s going on at the mouthpiece with the 3b. I prefer the tone of the 2b.

2B... or not 2B. That is the question.

2B for Urbie Green fans and 3B for JJ Johnson fans

Is the 3b slider widee on the 3b then the 2b?

2B, But it really depends on the playing, which seems a bit inconsistent, so hard to compare truly.

I this comparison I liked the 2b better. More how I like a trombone to sound, more presence.

3B

2b. Seems free blowing than 3b. With more focus and Better intonation

Honestly, I can't tell too much of a difference. They sound a bit different, but I don't know what I prefer.

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2B!

Isn't there a difference between mouthpieces you should use when using a 2B or 3B? To get the most out of it?

for you: definitely the 2b 😊

I think you sound better on 2B

3B более звучащий,звонкий и плотный...мне так показалось...2B более матовый"темный звук"

Different tools for different jobs.

2B sounds more sexy

Thanks Paul lov what u do , but this is ridiculous who can tell the difference whats the purpose,, oh Paul has to much time on his hands maybe , he djunds good on anything.

As the recording microphone is so close the comparison becomes less obvious. Shame.

Did you fake the 7 octaves 5 years ago? The people in the comments said you did but you dont seem like that kind of person.

Trombones ok, but the guy talks too much. Cut the trash and play.