S.E. Shires Q10RS Bb Trumpet Overview
The S.E. Shires Q10RS is a Q Series Bb trumpet built for players who want Shires design concepts in a defined production configuration. Shires trumpets are respected among serious players for their component-based approach to response and sound, and the Q10RS gives players a focused, versatile platform for ensemble, commercial, and teaching work.
S.E. Shires Q10RS Bb Trumpet Specifications
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: .459 in
- Bell: 4 13/16 in one-piece hand-hammered Q taper yellow brass bell with round brass bead
- Reverse leadpipe for an open and free-blowing feel, QR .345 inch venturi heavyweight yellow brass
- Valve Cluster: Two-piece casings with hand-lapped Monel pistons and nickel balusters
- Finish: Silver plate
- Case: S.E. Shires soft case/gig bag with shoulder strap
- Accessories: Ultra-Pure Professional Valve Oil
- Serial Number: Q3360
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned trumpet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. It is in excellent used condition, with a bright silver-plated finish, decorative floral bell engraving, and light surface scratches and fine handling marks on the silver plating, especially around the valve casings, slides, bell, and leadpipe. A S.E. Shires soft case and Ultra-Pure valve oil are included. A mouthpiece is not included.
Who the Q10RS Bb Trumpet Is For
The Q10RS is well suited to advanced students, doublers, educators, and working trumpet players who want a serious Bb trumpet with a centered response and a versatile tonal profile. It occupies the practical side of the S.E. Shires professional family: less open-ended than a fully customized horn, but still built around component choices that matter to players comparing response, slotting, projection, and color.
Common Questions About the S.E. Shires Q10RS
How does the Q10RS fit within S.E. Shires trumpets?
The Q Series gives players access to established Shires design concepts in standard production configurations. Compared with a fully custom Shires trumpet, the Q10RS offers a more defined setup while retaining the response and component-focused design approach associated with the maker.
What does the hand-hammered Q taper yellow brass bell contribute?
A yellow brass bell is commonly chosen for a balanced trumpet color with enough brilliance for projection. The hand-hammered Q taper bell gives the Q10RS its defined Shires Q Series sound concept without requiring a custom component selection.
Who should compare this with a fully custom Shires trumpet?
Players who already know they need a specific bell, leadpipe, or tuning slide combination may prefer the Custom Series. Players who want a refined Shires Bb trumpet in a proven configuration should give the Q10RS serious consideration.
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S.E. Shires Q10RS Q-Series Professional Bb Trumpet in Silver Plate
S.E. Shires Q10RS Bb Trumpet Overview
The S.E. Shires Q10RS is a Q Series Bb trumpet built for players who want Shires design concepts in a defined production configuration. Shires trumpets are respected among serious players for their component-based approach to response and sound, and the Q10RS gives players a focused, versatile platform for ensemble, commercial, and teaching work.
S.E. Shires Q10RS Bb Trumpet Specifications
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: .459 in
- Bell: 4 13/16 in one-piece hand-hammered Q taper yellow brass bell with round brass bead
- Reverse leadpipe for an open and free-blowing feel, QR .345 inch venturi heavyweight yellow brass
- Valve Cluster: Two-piece casings with hand-lapped Monel pistons and nickel balusters
- Finish: Silver plate
- Case: S.E. Shires soft case/gig bag with shoulder strap
- Accessories: Ultra-Pure Professional Valve Oil
- Serial Number: Q3360
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned trumpet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. It is in excellent used condition, with a bright silver-plated finish, decorative floral bell engraving, and light surface scratches and fine handling marks on the silver plating, especially around the valve casings, slides, bell, and leadpipe. A S.E. Shires soft case and Ultra-Pure valve oil are included. A mouthpiece is not included.
Who the Q10RS Bb Trumpet Is For
The Q10RS is well suited to advanced students, doublers, educators, and working trumpet players who want a serious Bb trumpet with a centered response and a versatile tonal profile. It occupies the practical side of the S.E. Shires professional family: less open-ended than a fully customized horn, but still built around component choices that matter to players comparing response, slotting, projection, and color.
Common Questions About the S.E. Shires Q10RS
How does the Q10RS fit within S.E. Shires trumpets?
The Q Series gives players access to established Shires design concepts in standard production configurations. Compared with a fully custom Shires trumpet, the Q10RS offers a more defined setup while retaining the response and component-focused design approach associated with the maker.
What does the hand-hammered Q taper yellow brass bell contribute?
A yellow brass bell is commonly chosen for a balanced trumpet color with enough brilliance for projection. The hand-hammered Q taper bell gives the Q10RS its defined Shires Q Series sound concept without requiring a custom component selection.
Who should compare this with a fully custom Shires trumpet?
Players who already know they need a specific bell, leadpipe, or tuning slide combination may prefer the Custom Series. Players who want a refined Shires Bb trumpet in a proven configuration should give the Q10RS serious consideration.
We are proud to be an authorized S.E. Shires dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
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Shipping Information
Orders valued over $99 ship via FedEx 2-Day within the U.S. and via DHL internationally. A physical address (no P.O. Boxes) and signature are required. Smaller accessories ship via USPS (2–5 day service) and do not require a signature if valued under $99. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.