{"product_id":"s-e-shires-stbq33-q-series-professional-small-bore-tenor-trombone-sn-q21381","title":"S.E. Shires STBQ33 Q-Series Professional Small Bore Tenor Trombone","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires STBQ33 Trombone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.E. Shires STBQ33 Q-Series is a professional small-bore tenor trombone designed for players who want Shires response and tonal clarity in a compact, efficient setup. The Q33 occupies the small-bore side of the Shires Q-Series lineup and is well suited to lead, commercial, jazz, show, and section work where articulation, color, and projection matter. This instrument is identified as an STBQ33 Q-Series professional trombone with serial number Q21381.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires STBQ33 Trombone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Small-bore tenor trombone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: STBQ33 Q-Series Q33\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore Size: .508\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: 8\" two-piece hand-hammered QS taper yellow brass bell with soldered bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandslide: Lightweight nickel handslide with nickel-silver wide crook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Q Series trombone case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, slide cream, polish cloth, and 2 extra leadpipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: Q21381\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis trombone is in excellent playing order and has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. It is a never owned instrument with a very clean overall presentation, glossy finish, and light surface handling marks visible in close areas. The model and serial number have been checked, and the included slide care accessories make it practical for immediate maintenance after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the STBQ33 Trombone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe STBQ33 is for the advancing or professional trombonist who needs a responsive small-bore horn with a clear center and efficient feel. Its .508\" bore and 8\" yellow brass bell place it in the musical territory favored by commercial players, jazz section players, pit musicians, and doublers who need quick articulation, direct feedback, and a sound that can move easily from section blend to lead playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the S.E. Shires STBQ33\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the STBQ33 fit within the Shires Q-Series lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe STBQ33 is the small-bore tenor model in the Shires Q-Series, offering a more compact and direct playing concept than the large-bore orchestral Q-Series tenors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the .508\" bore contribute to the playing feel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA .508\" bore gives the STBQ33 a responsive, efficient feel with quick articulation and focused projection, which is especially useful in commercial, jazz, and show settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the yellow brass bell important on this model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yellow brass bell supports a clear, balanced tonal profile with enough presence for lead and ensemble playing while retaining flexibility across dynamic ranges.\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. Shires dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Music Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53604560208237,"sku":"STBQ33-Q21381","price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7126677.jpg?v=1785174547","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/s-e-shires-stbq33-q-series-professional-small-bore-tenor-trombone-sn-q21381","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}