{"product_id":"s-e-shires-q30ga-q-series-tenor-trombone-with-axial-flow-valve-sn-q21601","title":"S.E. Shires Q30GA Q-Series Tenor Trombone with Axial Flow Valve","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q-Series Tenor Trombone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.E. Shires Q30GA Q-Series tenor trombone brings Shires large-bore design into a practical Bb\/F platform with an Axial-Flow F valve and gold brass bell configuration. The Q-Series large-bore tenor line is built around an 8.5-inch hand-hammered bell, .547-inch handslide, interchangeable leadpipes, and a case-and-accessory package, giving advancing and working trombonists a serious setup for ensemble, orchestral, and commercial work.pecifications place it in the large-bore F-attachment category used by advanced students, teachers, and performing trombonists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q30GA Tenor Trombone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Large-bore F-attachment tenor trombone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Q30GA Q-Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: QTY 8.5-inch two-piece hand-hammered QI taper, medium-weight gold brass with soldered bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve: Axial-Flow F valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandslide: QW47 .547-inch standard-weight yellow brass with nickel-silver wide crook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning Slide: QY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeadpipes: Three interchangeable yellow-brass leadpipes numbered 1, 2, and 3 in the model configuration; two extra leadpipes are marked with this instrument\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Original Shires Q-Series case with backpack straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Laskey 59MD mouthpiece, valve oil, slide cream, polish cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q21601\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is in very clean shop condition and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The finish is glossy and well kept overall, with light surface scratches and scuffs near the serial-number area. No major cosmetic concerns are present, and this instrument is ready to play!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Q30GA Tenor Trombone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q30GA is well suited to trombonists who want a large-bore Bb\/F tenor with a more open-feeling valve section than a traditional rotary setup. The .547-inch bore, Axial-Flow F valve, and gold brass bell configuration make it a strong fit for advanced students, college players, serious ensemble musicians, and working trombonists who need a broad, centered large-bore sound with flexible response across symphonic, wind ensemble, pit, and commercial settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the S.E. Shires Q30GA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Q30GA differ from the Q30YR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q30GA uses an Axial-Flow F valve and the gold brass version of the Q30 bell configuration. The Q30YR is the rotary-valve version of the same Q-Series large-bore tenor platform with a yellow brass bell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Axial-Flow valve offer a trombonist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Axial-Flow valve is generally chosen by players who prefer an open valve feel and less resistance through the F-attachment register. It is especially useful for players who use the valve frequently in orchestral, large ensemble, and low-register work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of tonal character is associated with the gold brass Q30GA configuration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold brass bells are often chosen by trombonists seeking a broader and warmer tonal color than a comparable yellow brass setup. On the Q30GA, that tonal direction is paired with a large-bore slide and Axial-Flow valve for a flexible modern tenor trombone voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/ShiresLogo\/ShiresLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/ShiresLogo\/ShiresLogo1.jpg\" alt=\"S.E. 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