{"product_id":"s-e-shires-q10s-q-series-professional-bb-trumpet-in-silver-plate-sn-q18124","title":"S.E. Shires Q10S Q-Series Professional Bb Trumpet in Silver Plate","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q10S Bb Trumpet Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.E. Shires Q10S Q-Series Professional Bb Trumpet is built for players who want the Shires trumpet concept in a refined production model. The Q-Series line is designed for serious ensemble and professional use, with attention to the relationship between bell taper, leadpipe, valve cluster, and playing resistance. For advancing collegiate players, working trumpeters, and serious ensemble performers, the Q10S deserves consideration as a centered, responsive professional Bb trumpet with the balanced feel associated with S.E. Shires design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q10S Bb Trumpet Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Bb trumpet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Q10S Q-Series Professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Silver plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .459 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: Q10 4 13\/16 inch one-piece hand-hammered Q taper yellow brass bell with round brass bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeadpipe: Q .345 inch venturi heavyweight yellow brass leadpipe (standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve Cluster: Hand-lapped Monel pistons with two-piece casings and nickel balusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Q Series trumpet case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: 3C mouthpiece, valve oil, and polish cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q18124\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis floor model trumpet is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The silver-plated finish presents well, with the instrument complete and all major trumpet components present. The included case, 3C mouthpiece, valve oil, and polish cloth are included with this instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Q10S Bb Trumpet Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q10S is intended for advanced and professional players who want a versatile Bb trumpet for concert band, brass ensemble, orchestral section playing, commercial work, and serious study. Its medium-large bore, yellow brass Q taper bell, and Shires leadpipe design place it in a balanced professional category: open enough for mature players who need projection, but centered enough for controlled ensemble work and precise articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the S.E. Shires Q10S\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Q10S fit within the S.E. Shires trumpet lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q10S is part of the S.E. Shires Q-Series, a professional production line designed to bring Shires playing concepts to a consistent, accessible professional platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the .459 inch bore contribute to the playing feel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA .459 inch bore is a medium-large trumpet bore commonly chosen by players who want a balance of airflow, projection, and resistance without moving into an unusually large orchestral setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the musical character of the yellow brass Q taper bell?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q10 yellow brass bell is designed for a centered core, clear articulation, and flexible projection, making the instrument adaptable across classical ensemble, commercial, and solo settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/ShiresLogo\/ShiresLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/ShiresLogo\/ShiresLogo1.jpg\" alt=\"S.E. Shires Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized S.E. Shires dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Music Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53652329628013,"sku":"STRQ10S-Q18124","price":2124.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7129345.jpg?v=1785866475","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/s-e-shires-q10s-q-series-professional-bb-trumpet-in-silver-plate-sn-q18124","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}