S.E. Shires Q36YA Bass Trombone Overview

The S.E. Shires Q36YA is a Q Series bass trombone built for contemporary professional performance, offering strong projection, clear tone, and a free, responsive valve section. It features a 9.5-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered yellow brass bell with a QII taper, combined with a .562 bore handslide and independent F/Gb axial flow valves. This design produces a broad, well-defined sound, a rich and supportive low register, and smooth, efficient response throughout the instrument’s full range.

S.E. Shires Q36YA Bass Trombone Specifications

• Key: Bb/F/Gb/D (independent valves)
• Bore: .562-inch
• Bell: 9 1/2-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered QII taper, yellow brass, soldered bead
• Valve Section: Independent axial flow valves (F and Gb)
• Handslide: Q62, standard-weight yellow brass with nickel-silver crook
• Tuning Slide: QYB tuning slide
• Leadpipes: Three interchangeable yellow brass leadpipes
• Finish: Lacquered Yellow brass
• Case: S.E. Shires Q Series bass trombone case
• Accessories: Large shank 1.25MD mouthpiece, care kit

Condition & Setup

This trombone has seen very little use and has no cosmetic defects. This instrument has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by our brass staff.

Who the Q36YA Bass Trombone Is For

The S.E. Shires Q36YA is a professional bass trombone designed for players seeking strong clarity, reliable projection, and an exceptionally open valve section while maintaining a broad, resonant sound. Its hand-hammered yellow brass bell with a QII taper produces a focused, lyrical core with excellent presence, while still delivering depth and fullness in the low register.

The .562 bore, standard-weight yellow brass Q62 handslide supports a wide, centered tone with both color and stability, and the nickel-silver crook adds definition and brightness to articulation. The independent F and Gb axial flow valves provide a smooth, free-blowing feel and allow for versatile slide and valve combinations. Altogether, this setup makes the Q36YA a strong choice for orchestral playing, wind ensemble, chamber brass, studio work, and other professional settings where clarity and low-register response are essential.

Common Questions About The S.E. Shires Q36YA

What is the valve setup on the S.E. Shires Q36YA?

The Q36YA uses independent axial flow valves in F and Gb, allowing you to use either valve alone or both together, with more options for alternate positions and intonation solutions than a dependent system.

What does the QII-taper yellow brass bell contribute to the sound?

The 9 1/2-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered QII-taper yellow brass bell with a soldered bead is designed for a clear, singing tone with strong projection, while still supporting a broad sound and a full low register.

What is included with this bass trombone?

It includes a S.E. Shires Q Series bass trombone case, a large shank 1.25MD mouthpiece, and a care kit..

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