Shires STBQ30GR Q Series Large Bore Tenor Trombone – Gold Brass Bell

Professional Shires Tone with Warm Projection and Precision Response

The Shires STBQ30GR Q Series Tenor Trombone delivers the signature clarity, projection, and craftsmanship that S.E. Shires instruments are known for. Designed for advancing and professional trombonists, this large-bore Bb/F trombone features a hand-hammered gold brass bell and rotary F-attachment valve, providing a warm, centered sound with excellent projection across all registers.

Part of the highly respected Q Series lineup, the STBQ30GR combines Boston-designed components with Shires’ meticulous finishing and quality control. The result is a versatile instrument ideal for concert band, orchestra, jazz ensemble, and solo performance.

🌟 Key Features

• .547″ Large Bore — Produces a broad, resonant orchestral sound with excellent clarity and projection.

• 8.5″ Hand-Hammered Gold Brass Bell (QI Taper) — Two-piece bell design creates a warm, singing tone with rich tonal color.

• Rotary F-Attachment Valve — Traditional rotor design maintains focused tone and consistent response in the valve register.

• QW47 Handslide — Standard-weight yellow brass slide with nickel-silver crook for smooth articulation and durability.

• QY Tuning Slide — Balanced response and stable intonation across the instrument.

• Three Interchangeable Leadpipes — Allows players to customize response and resistance to suit their playing style.

• Professional Engraved Bell — Traditional floral engraving with S.E. Shires maker’s mark.

• Includes Case, Mouthpiece & Care Kit — Complete performance-ready setup.

🎶 Tone & Performance

The STBQ30GR is designed to produce a clear, singing sound with warmth and excellent projection, making it highly adaptable across musical settings. The gold brass bell adds depth and richness to the tonal color, while the large bore design ensures powerful resonance and orchestral presence.

The responsive handslide and traditional rotary valve create smooth articulation and consistent response across all registers, allowing players to move seamlessly between lyrical passages and powerful ensemble playing.

👍 Ideal For

• Advancing high school and collegiate trombonists

• Wind ensemble and orchestral musicians

• Jazz and commercial trombone players

• Players seeking professional Shires craftsmanship with versatile performance