S.E. Shires Q13S C Trumpet Overview
The S.E. Shires Q13S Q-Series Professional C Trumpet brings Shires' professional C trumpet design language into a standardized Q-Series configuration intended for serious orchestral, chamber, and advanced ensemble use. The Q13S pairs a centered Q13 bell concept with a heavyweight Q leadpipe design, giving players a focused C trumpet option from a maker widely respected for professional brass instruments. This instrument is finished in silver plate, includes its Shires case and selected care accessories, and has been professionally prepared by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds.
S.E. Shires Q13S C Trumpet Specifications
- Instrument Type: C trumpet
- Key: C
- Bore Size: .462 inch
- Bell: Q13 4 13/16 inch one-piece hand-hammered centered taper yellow brass bell with round brass bead
- Leadpipe: Q .347 inch venturi heavyweight yellow brass
- Finish: Silver plate
- Case: Q Series trumpet case
- Accessories: Shires 3C mouthpiece, valve oil, polish cloth
- Serial Number: Q11273
Condition & Setup
This lightly used 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 plate presents well overall with light handling marks, fine hairline scratching, and minor tarnish or discoloration around the bell rim, slide trim, valve cap areas, and some joints. The visible valve buttons, caps, slides, water keys, braces, bell, and leadpipe are intact, and the instrument is supplied with its fitted Shires case and listed accessories.
Who the Q13S C Trumpet Is For
The Q13S is best suited to professional players, advanced students, and teachers who need a dependable C trumpet for orchestral, chamber, church, studio, and serious ensemble work. Its centered bell taper and heavyweight leadpipe design make sense for players who want a focused C trumpet concept with enough stability for section playing and enough response for exposed musical lines. Within the Shires lineup, the Q-Series offers a defined professional configuration for players who want Shires design priorities without moving into a fully custom build.
Common Questions About the S.E. Shires Q13S
How does the Q13S fit within the S.E. Shires trumpet lineup?
The Q13S is part of the Shires Q-Series professional trumpet line. It offers a standardized professional C trumpet configuration using Shires design concepts, while the Custom Series provides a broader range of individualized component choices.
What kind of player should consider a Q13S C trumpet?
The Q13S is intended for advanced and professional players who need a C trumpet for orchestral literature, chamber playing, church work, auditions, and other settings where a focused professional C trumpet is appropriate.
What distinguishes the Q13S configuration?
The Q13S combines a .462 inch bore, Q13 centered taper yellow brass bell, heavyweight Q leadpipe, Monel pistons, and silver plate finish. That combination places it in a professional C trumpet category aimed at stability, projection, and clear articulation.
We are proud to be an authorized S.E. Shires dealer
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S.E. Shires Q13S Q-Series Professional C Trumpet in Silver Plate
S.E. Shires Q13S C Trumpet Overview
The S.E. Shires Q13S Q-Series Professional C Trumpet brings Shires' professional C trumpet design language into a standardized Q-Series configuration intended for serious orchestral, chamber, and advanced ensemble use. The Q13S pairs a centered Q13 bell concept with a heavyweight Q leadpipe design, giving players a focused C trumpet option from a maker widely respected for professional brass instruments. This instrument is finished in silver plate, includes its Shires case and selected care accessories, and has been professionally prepared by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds.
S.E. Shires Q13S C Trumpet Specifications
- Instrument Type: C trumpet
- Key: C
- Bore Size: .462 inch
- Bell: Q13 4 13/16 inch one-piece hand-hammered centered taper yellow brass bell with round brass bead
- Leadpipe: Q .347 inch venturi heavyweight yellow brass
- Finish: Silver plate
- Case: Q Series trumpet case
- Accessories: Shires 3C mouthpiece, valve oil, polish cloth
- Serial Number: Q11273
Condition & Setup
This lightly used 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 plate presents well overall with light handling marks, fine hairline scratching, and minor tarnish or discoloration around the bell rim, slide trim, valve cap areas, and some joints. The visible valve buttons, caps, slides, water keys, braces, bell, and leadpipe are intact, and the instrument is supplied with its fitted Shires case and listed accessories.
Who the Q13S C Trumpet Is For
The Q13S is best suited to professional players, advanced students, and teachers who need a dependable C trumpet for orchestral, chamber, church, studio, and serious ensemble work. Its centered bell taper and heavyweight leadpipe design make sense for players who want a focused C trumpet concept with enough stability for section playing and enough response for exposed musical lines. Within the Shires lineup, the Q-Series offers a defined professional configuration for players who want Shires design priorities without moving into a fully custom build.
Common Questions About the S.E. Shires Q13S
How does the Q13S fit within the S.E. Shires trumpet lineup?
The Q13S is part of the Shires Q-Series professional trumpet line. It offers a standardized professional C trumpet configuration using Shires design concepts, while the Custom Series provides a broader range of individualized component choices.
What kind of player should consider a Q13S C trumpet?
The Q13S is intended for advanced and professional players who need a C trumpet for orchestral literature, chamber playing, church work, auditions, and other settings where a focused professional C trumpet is appropriate.
What distinguishes the Q13S configuration?
The Q13S combines a .462 inch bore, Q13 centered taper yellow brass bell, heavyweight Q leadpipe, Monel pistons, and silver plate finish. That combination places it in a professional C trumpet category aimed at stability, projection, and clear articulation.
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
S.E. Shires Q13S Q-Series Professional C Trumpet in Silver Plate
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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.