{"product_id":"s-e-shires-q30gr-tenor-trombone-with-gold-brass-bell-rotary-valve-sn-q21950","title":"S.E. Shires Q30GR Q-Series Tenor Trombone with Gold Brass Bell, Rotary Valve","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q30GR Tenor Trombone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.E. Shires Q30GR is a professional Q Series large-bore tenor trombone designed around the focused response, clarity, and projection associated with Shires instruments. Its gold-brass bell, standard rotary valve, and interchangeable leadpipe system give experienced players a versatile platform for orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, and commercial settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q30GR Tenor Trombone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Large-bore tenor trombone with F-attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\/F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .547 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: 8.5-inch two-piece, medium-weight gold-brass bell with soldered bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve Configuration: Open-wrap F-attachment with rotary valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeadpipes: Three interchangeable leadpipes, including two additional leadpipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Clear lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: S.E. Shires padded backpack case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Trombone mouthpiece, valve oil, slide lubricant, tuning-slide lubricant, and polishing cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q21950\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lightly used model is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. It shows minimal handling wear, with small areas of localized lacquer loss near the lower brace and trigger-bracket area and light surface scuffing around the receiver and adjacent hardware. The case and listed accessories are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Q30GR Tenor Trombone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q30GR is suited to professional players, advanced students, and educators seeking a versatile .547-bore tenor with a centered core, clear articulation, and dependable projection. The gold-brass bell offers a distinct tonal palette within the Q30 family, while the rotary F-attachment maintains focus through the valve register. Its interchangeable leadpipes also allow the player to explore different response and resistance preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the S.E. Shires Q30GR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Q30GR differ from the Q30YR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q30GR uses a gold-brass bell, while the Q30YR uses a yellow-brass bell. Both are professional .547-bore Q Series trombones with rotary F-attachments, so the choice centers primarily on tonal color and player feedback rather than playing level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the rotary F-attachment contribute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard rotary valve is designed to retain focus across the registers while providing comfortable access to the valve register. The open-wrap layout supports an efficient airflow path through the attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are interchangeable leadpipes useful?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeadpipe changes can alter resistance, articulation, and response without changing the core instrument. The three-leadpipe system gives experienced players a practical way to tailor the Q30GR to their preferred feel and musical setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I evaluate if this trombone fits my needs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/blogs\/news\/shires-q-series-tenor-trombone-guide\" title=\"A Practical Guide to Shires Q-Series Tenor Trombones\"\u003eGuide to Shires Q Series Tenor Trombones\u003c\/a\u003e\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. 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. 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