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Description
S.E. Shires Q30GA Q-Series Tenor Trombone with Axial Flow ValveShires Q30GA Tenor Trombone Overview The S. E. Shires Q30GA Q Series Tenor Trombone is a large bore . 547 tenor trombone with an axial flow F attachment, built to deliver a clear, singing core with strong projection and a warm tonal center for orchestral, wind ensemble, jazz, and commercial work. Shires Q30GA Tenor Trombone Specifications Instrument type: Tenor Trombone with F Attachment Bore: . 547 inch Bell: QTG 8 1 2 inch, two piece, hand hammered
Shires Q30GA Tenor Trombone Overview
The S.E. Shires Q30GA Q-Series Tenor Trombone is a large bore .547 tenor trombone with an axial-flow F-attachment, built to deliver a clear, singing core with strong projection and a warm tonal center for orchestral, wind ensemble, jazz, and commercial work.
Shires Q30GA Tenor Trombone Specifications
- Instrument type: Tenor Trombone with F-Attachment
- Bore: .547-inch
- Bell: QTG 8 1/2-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered QI taper, lightweight gold brass, soldered bead
- Valve: Axial-flow valve (F-attachment)
- Handslide: QW47 .547-inch, standard-weight yellow brass outer slide with nickel-silver slide crook
- Leadpipes: Three interchangeable yellow brass leadpipes
- Tuning slide: QY tuning slide
- Key: Bb/F
- Finish: Lacquer
- Bell engraving: S.E. Shires makers mark with traditional floral pattern
- Case: Original case
- Accessories: Large shank Laskey 59MD mouthpiece, slide cream, polish cloth
Condition & Setup
Lightly used instrument in pristine condition. This trombone has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested in our shop. We are an authorized S.E. Shires dealer.
Who the Q30GA Tenor Trombone Is For
The Shires Q30GA Tenor Trombone is a .547 large-bore F-attachment tenor trombone designed for players who need clarity, projection, and a broad sound that stays centered across the full range. The QTG 8 1/2-inch gold brass bell with the hand-hammered QI taper supports a clear, singing tone with warmth, while the soldered bead helps maintain stability and focus at higher dynamic levels.
The axial-flow valve is built for an extremely open low register and an even, encompassing tone quality in all registers, making the Q30GA a practical choice for orchestral repertoire, wind ensemble parts, pit work, and any setting where a responsive large-bore tenor with a clean, efficient F-attachment is required. The nickel-silver slide crook contributes to crisp, defined articulations, and the three interchangeable leadpipes allow fine adjustments to feel and response.
Common Questions About the Shires Q30GA
What kind of trombone is the Shires Q30GA?
It is a large bore .547 tenor trombone with an axial-flow F-attachment, built on the S.E. Shires Q-Series platform for professional-level response and projection.
What does the axial-flow valve change about the playing experience?
The axial-flow valve provides a very open, low-resistance feel through the F-attachment, which supports an open low register and helps keep tone consistent and broad when the valve is engaged.
Does the Q30GA include anything beyond the trombone and case?
Yes. This listing includes the original case plus a large shank Laskey 59MD mouthpiece, slide cream, and a polish cloth.
We are proud to be an authorized S.E. Shires dealer
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