He bought it used in the late 60s at a music store in London. It may well be the most beautiful thing I own.

King String Bass Serial Numbers.As I mentioned in an earlier post, this Olds Recording is possibly the most beautiful horn I own. Date Serial Number10, 30, 40, 45, 50, 65, All catalog pages are property of hnwhite. Afterall instruments were manufactured in Eastlake and engraved with 'King Musical Instruments. In 'Silver Tone' engraving was changed to read 'Silversonic'. White introduced Sterling Silver bells to his instruments. In the company was incorporated and 'Co' was added to the engraving of all instruments, before the engraving read simply as 'H. Early instruments will have a 'lion head' by the serial numbers and are engraved 'The King'. Cleveland and American Standard Serial Numbers.Īll catalog pages are property of hnwhite. The number of instruments produced in the early yearshas been reduced. Please keep in mind that most catalogs were dated on the back and should be trusted more than the serial number list. Pay special attention to the small details on your instrument because most artists drawings account for unique changes and features.Ĭompare your findings to the serial number list. Find your instruments catalog page and year that the catalog was made. When looking up the age of your instrument, complete the following steps: 1. White kept very detailed records but when the company was sold to the Seeburg Corporation all official records were destroyed. The development of a serial number list has been very difficult because of the lack of official records.

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