{"product_id":"s-e-shires-q36ya-q-series-bass-trombone-with-yellow-brass-bell-axial-flow-valve-sn-q22082","title":"S.E. Shires Q36YA Q-Series Bass Trombone with Yellow Brass Bell, Axial Flow Valve","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q36YA Bass Trombone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.E. Shires Q36YA Q-Series Professional Bass Trombone brings the Shires design approach into a production professional bass trombone built for serious ensemble work. The Q36YA is centered around an independent axial-flow valve design and a modular leadpipe concept, giving bass trombonists a familiar large-bore platform with the flexibility expected from the Shires tradition. This instrument is a strong fit for players who want a professional Shires bass trombone voice in a Q-Series configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q36YA Bass Trombone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Professional bass trombone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: 9 1\/2 inch QBY two-piece hand-hammered QII taper medium-weight yellow brass bell with soldered bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve: Independent F\/Gb axial-flow valve section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandslide: Q62 0.562 inch standard-weight yellow brass handslide with nickel-silver crook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeadpipes: Three interchangeable yellow-brass leadpipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: S.E. Shires Q Series trombone case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Ultra-Pure valve oil, Ultra-Pure Alessi Formula trombone slide lube, and regular tuning slide lube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q22082\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 S.E. Shires Q36YA is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. Cosmetically, it presents very well overall, with a bright lacquered finish and light superficial scratches and handling marks on some slide and valve hardware. The included S.E. Shires case, interchangeable leadpipes, and maintenance items make this a practical package for an advancing or professional bass trombonist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Q36YA Bass Trombone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q36YA is intended for advanced students, collegiate players, and professional bass trombonists who need a responsive dual-valve instrument for orchestra, wind ensemble, chamber, pit, and commercial settings. Its axial-flow valve layout is suited to players who prefer an open-feeling valve register, while the interchangeable leadpipes allow the response and resistance to be matched to the player and mouthpiece. Within the Shires lineup, the Q-Series concept offers a more standardized professional configuration than a fully custom build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the S.E. Shires Q36YA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Q36YA differ from the Q36YR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q36YA uses independent F\/Gb axial-flow valves, while the Q36YR uses independent F\/Gb rotary valves. The choice is largely about valve feel, response, and the player's preferred resistance profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the advantage of the interchangeable leadpipes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterchangeable leadpipes let the player fine-tune response, articulation, and resistance without changing the rest of the instrument. That is especially useful for bass trombonists balancing large ensemble projection with flexible low-register control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Q36YA appropriate for professional ensemble work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Q36YA is a professional bass trombone configuration with a 0.562 inch handslide, dual independent valves, and a 9 1\/2 inch hand-hammered bell, making it suitable for serious orchestral, wind ensemble, and commercial playing.\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=\"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. Shires dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Music Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67913073590637,"sku":"STBQ36YA-Q22082","price":3559.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/S_E_-Shires-Q36YA-Q-Series-Bass-Trombone-with-Yellow-Brass-Bell-Axial-Flow-Valve.jpg?v=1793959735","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/s-e-shires-q36ya-q-series-bass-trombone-with-yellow-brass-bell-axial-flow-valve-sn-q22082","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}