King KMP411 Marching Mellophone
- Marching mellophone in the key of F
- .468 bore, clear lacquer finish
- Stainless steel pistons
- Relocated valve cluster, first-valve saddle
- Notched main tuning slide, open-wrap third slide
- Mouthpiece included
- 2 year warranty
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A marching mellophone from King with comfort and intonation changes built in. Check the listed size against your marching setup.
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ASIN: B0BLHWJ76BModel: KMP411Category: Mellophones
Overview
Stainless steel pistons drive this lacquered marching mellophone, which King designed with the Blue Devils. The valve cluster is relocated for comfort, and a first-valve saddle, a notched main slide and an open-wrap third slide help the tuning.
The changes aim at lower fatigue and freer blowing for marching season after marching season. The size and weight make it a big horn to carry, and the listing says little about the case.
Who it's for
Marching bands and drum corps players looking for a mellophone with comfort features get a horn shaped by drum corps input. Concert-only players, or those who want a compact travel case, should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Designed with the Blue Devils
- Relocated valve cluster for comfort
- Stainless steel pistons
- Tuning aids on the slides
- Heavy horn for long marches
- Case details not listed
- Style field text looks mismatched
Performance notes
The relocated valve cluster eases the hand position, and the saddle and slide shapes aim at intonation and a free-blowing feel. Stainless steel pistons are listed for long wear across a marching season.
Specifications
| Model | KMP411 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Dimensions | 20.8 x 16.9 x 13.4 inches |
| Weight | 13 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Clear lacquer |
| Color | Yellow |
| Piston material | Stainless steel |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Mouthpiece |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Instrument Key | F |
| Bore | 0.468 |
| Valve cluster | Relocated |
| Tuning features | First-valve saddle, notched main tuning slide, open-wrap third-valve slide |
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Frequently asked questions
How big and heavy is the King KMP411?
The listing gives 13 pounds and 20.8 x 16.9 x 13.4 inches.
Who designed the KMP411?
King worked with the Blue Devils drum corps on the design.
What key is it in?
The specs list the key of F.