Shires STBQ30YR Q Series Large Bore Tenor Trombone – Rotary Valve

Professional Shires Craftsmanship with Powerful Projection

The Shires STBQ30YR Q Series Tenor Trombone delivers the clarity, projection, and precision craftsmanship that have made S.E. Shires instruments a favorite among serious trombonists. Designed as part of the respected Q Series lineup, this large-bore Bb/F trombone features a hand-hammered yellow brass bell and rotary F-attachment, producing a rich, centered sound ideal for concert band, orchestra, jazz ensemble, and solo performance.

Combining Boston-designed components with Shires’ meticulous finishing and quality control, the STBQ30YR offers professional-level response and tone at an accessible price point.

🌟 Key Features

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

• 8.5″ Two-Piece Hand-Hammered Yellow Brass Bell (QI Taper) — Provides a clear, singing tone with strong projection and tonal balance.

• Rotary F-Attachment Valve — Maintains focused tone and smooth airflow through the valve register.

• QW47 Handslide (.547″) — Standard-weight yellow brass outer slide with nickel-silver wide crook for crisp articulation and durability.

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

• Three Interchangeable Yellow Brass 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 setup ready for rehearsal and performance.

🎶 Tone & Performance

The STBQ30YR is designed to deliver a clear, singing orchestral tone with excellent projection and tonal color. Its large bore design produces a broad sound that maintains clarity even at higher dynamics, while the hand-hammered bell enhances resonance and warmth.

The responsive handslide and traditional rotary valve provide smooth airflow and consistent response across all registers, allowing players to move effortlessly 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

• Musicians seeking professional Shires tone and craftsmanship