S.E. Shires Model Q36YR Q-Series Bass Trombone with Dual Rotary Valves

S.E. Shires Model Q36YR Q-Series Bass Trombone with Dual Rotary ValvesS. E. Shires Q36YR Bass Trombone Overview The S. E. Shires Q36YR Q Series Bass Trombone is a professional grade instrument featuring a . 562 bore, designed for strong projection, a rich core tone, and a free blowing response through the valve section. It combines a 9. 5 inch, two piece, hand hammered yellow brass bell with a QII taper and an independent F Gb axial flow valve system, delivering consistent clarity and centered sound throughout the

S.E. Shires Q36YR Bass Trombone Overview

The S.E. Shires Q36YR Q Series Bass Trombone is a professional-grade instrument featuring a .562 bore, designed for strong projection, a rich core tone, and a free-blowing response through the valve section. It combines a 9.5-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered yellow brass bell with a QII taper and an independent F/Gb axial flow valve system, delivering consistent clarity and centered sound throughout the range, along with a powerful, resonant low register well-suited for both ensemble and solo performance.

S.E. Shires Q36YR Bass Trombone Specifications

• Key: Bb/F/Gb/D (independent valves)
• Bore: .562-inch
• Bell: 9 1/2-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered QII taper yellow brass with soldered bead
• Bell material: Yellow brass
• Valves: Independent F/Gb axial flow valves
• Handslide: Q62, standard-weight yellow brass with nickel-silver crook
• Leadpipes: Three interchangeable yellow brass leadpipes
• Tuning slide: QYB tuning slide
• Finish: Lacquer
• Case: S.E. Shires Q Series bass trombone case
• Accessories: Large shank 1.25MD mouthpiece; care kit

Condition & Setup

This instrument has seen very little use and shows no cosmetic defects. It has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by our brass technicians prior to shipment.

Who the Q36YR Bass Trombone Is For

The S.E. Shires Q36YR is a professional .562 bore Bb bass trombone equipped with independent F/Gb axial flow valves, built for players seeking strong projection, clarity, and a free-blowing low register in demanding ensemble settings. Its hand-hammered yellow brass bell with a QII taper produces a focused, singing tone with excellent presence, while still supporting a broad, resonant sound in the low register.

A Q62 standard-weight yellow brass handslide contributes a wide, colorful response with solid core, and the nickel-silver crook enhances articulation with added brilliance and definition. The independent axial flow valve system maintains even response and tonal consistency through the valve register while allowing flexible slide and valve combinations, making the Q36YR well suited for orchestral, wind ensemble, big band, chamber, and commercial performance contexts.

Common Questions About the S.E. Shires Q36YR

What do independent F/Gb axial flow valves mean on the Q36YR?

Independent valves mean each valve can be used on its own or together, expanding position options and alternate fingerings. The axial flow design is intended to keep the valve register very open while retaining focus across registers.

What is the tonal character of the QII-taper yellow brass bell?

The 9 1/2-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered QII-taper yellow brass bell is built to produce a clear, singing tone with strong projection and clarity, while supporting a full, deep low register.

What is included with this S.E. Shires Q36YR?

This instrument includes the S.E. Shires Q Series bass trombone case, a large shank 1.25MD mouthpiece, and a care kit.

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