{"product_id":"s-e-shires-q36ga-q-series-bass-trombone-with-dual-axial-flow-valves-sn-q21166","title":"S.E. Shires Q36GA Q-Series Bass Trombone with Dual Axial Flow Valves","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q36GA Bass Trombone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.E. Shires Q36GA is a Q-Series professional bass trombone built around the Shires bass trombone design concept, with a gold brass bell and independent axial-flow valve section. The Q-Series line is well regarded among serious players for bringing Shires design priorities into a standardized professional platform, giving bass trombonists a refined option for orchestral, wind ensemble, brass band, and commercial settings without moving into a fully custom build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q36GA Bass Trombone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Bass trombone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb with independent F\/Gb axial-flow valves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Q36GA Q-Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold brass lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell Diameter: 9.5-inch two-piece hand-hammered QII taper gold brass bell with soldered bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .562-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: S.E. Shires Q Series trombone case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Lskey 90D mouthpiece, two extra leadpipes, valve oil, slide lubricant, tuning slide lube, and polish cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q21166\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 instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The instrument is in excellent visible cosmetic condition, with glossy lacquer and intact axial-flow valve, linkage, trigger, and slide assemblies. The bell rim and flare are round and intact, and the included S.E. Shires soft case is in excellent visible condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Q36GA Bass Trombone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q36GA is suited to advanced and professional bass trombonists who want a modern double-valve bass trombone with a broad tonal center, efficient valve register, and the color associated with a gold brass bell. It is a strong fit for orchestral and wind ensemble bass trombone work, chamber brass, studio playing, and serious university-level performance where response, slotting, low-register access, and tonal flexibility matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the S.E. Shires Q36GA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Q36GA fit within the S.E. Shires lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q36GA belongs to the S.E. Shires Q-Series, a professional line that uses Shires design concepts in a standardized configuration. It offers a serious professional bass trombone platform while remaining distinct from the fully custom Shires bass trombone line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the playing purpose of the axial-flow valve section?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAxial-flow valves are chosen by many trombonists for a more open-feeling valve register and reduced resistance compared with many traditional rotary systems. On a bass trombone, that can be especially valuable for low-register clarity and connected technical playing through the valve combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose the gold brass version of this model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold brass bells are commonly selected by players seeking a broader, warmer tonal color than many yellow brass configurations. For bass trombone, that can support a rounded orchestral sound while still retaining projection and definition.\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. 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