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Buying your first euphonium doesn’t have to be daunting if you shop with Sweetwater! For burgeoning brass players, we recommend the King 627 Diplomat Student Baritone. It has all the features to sound great, play well, and ensure that students develop the playing habits needed to advance to higher levels. It has three valves, a beginner-friendly .562-inch bore, and a resonant yellow brass body. The King 627 offers the same design as the King 625 baritone with the addition of an 11-inch upward-facing bell. Suppose you or your student plans to transition to euphonium in the future. In that case, the 627’s upward-facing bell is certainly the way to go. Read on to learn more about the fantastic King 627 Diplomat Student Baritone.





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Features fit for beginners





The 627 is a student-level baritone that’s built to go the distance. And with its durable construction, it’ll last through light impacts and moisture damage. It has a 0.562-inch bore, which provides a comfortable amount of resistance for new players. Three front-action valves deliver smooth, precise playability. The nickel-plated pistons resist corrosion and provide a silky-smooth feel. The addition of pull rings on the first and second slides makes it easy to adjust the intonation. The instrument ships with a gorgeous lacquer finish that requires very little maintenance and shines under stage lighting. Entry-level brass instruments don’t get much better than the King 627 Diplomat Student Baritone.





Provides a great foundation





It’s vital that a student-level instrument reinforces proper playing habits. The King Diplomat 627 does exactly that, thanks to its thoughtful design and superb craftsmanship. The yellow brass body balances well in the lap, requiring very little effort to hold in proper playing position. The balanced feel encourages good posture, which will pay off in the long run. Furthermore, the .562-inch bore makes it easier to create and maintain a good buzz. These features combine to make the King Diplomat 627 Student Baritone is an excellent option for beginners.





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 627 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 627 Diplomat Student Baritone Features:


Designed with students in mind


Yellow brass body provides a well-balanced tone


.562-inch bore makes it easy to develop a strong buzz


Upright 11-inch yellow brass bell delivers strong projection and a wide dynamic range


3 front-action valves and nickel-plated pistons play smoothly and resist corrosion


1st and 2nd slide rings make adjusting intonation easy


Clear lacquer finish adds tonal warmth


Comes with a plastic shell case and King 6-1/2AL small shank mouthpiece