S.E. Shires TRQ9S Q-Series Piccolo Trumpet Overview

The S.E. Shires TRQ9S Q-Series is a professional Bb/A piccolo trumpet built for centered response, clear projection, and flexible use in solo, chamber, orchestral, and large-ensemble settings. Its one-piece hand-hammered yellow brass bell, four-valve cluster with nickel-silver balusters, and hand-lapped Monel pistons give the instrument a stable playing feel with a singing upper-register character. Two tunable trumpet-shank leadpipe bits are included, allowing the player to perform in either Bb or A using compatible trumpet-shank mouthpieces.

S.E. Shires TRQ9S Q-Series Piccolo Trumpet Specifications

• Key: Bb/A
• Bore: .450 inch
• Bell: 4 inch Q9 one-piece hand-hammered yellow brass bell with traditionally brazed seam and soldered beadwire
• Leadpipes: Bb trumpet shank and A trumpet shank tunable leadpipe bits
• Valves: Four hand-lapped Monel pistons
• Valve Cluster: Four-piston, two-piece casings, standard weight, with nickel-silver balusters
• Finish: Silver plate
• Case: Q Series trumpet case
• Accessories: Mouthpiece and care kit
• Serial number: 8615

Condition & Setup

This is a used S.E. Shires TRQ9S Q-Series piccolo trumpet that has been very lightly used and is in gorgeous condition. We note cosmetic scuffs on the valve throat and valve block which do not affect play. This instrument has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by our brass specialists to confirm proper valve action, slide movement, response, and overall playing function.

Who the TRQ9S Q-Series Piccolo Trumpet Is For

The TRQ9S Q-Series Piccolo Trumpet is a professional Bb/A piccolo trumpet designed for advanced and professional players who need a precise, agile instrument for Baroque repertoire, orchestral passages, chamber music, and exposed solo work. Its tonal profile is clear, singing, and projecting, with a centered response across registers and enough presence for both intimate and large ensemble settings.

This model is distinguished by its handcrafted one-piece Q9 bell, solid four-valve valve cluster, and ergonomic fourth-valve placement, which can be operated comfortably by either the right or left hand. The included Bb and A trumpet-shank leadpipe bits make it practical for players who prefer to use familiar trumpet-shank mouthpieces while covering common piccolo trumpet transpositions.

Common Questions About the S.E. Shires TRQ9S

Is the S.E. Shires TRQ9S a professional piccolo trumpet?

Yes. The S.E. Shires TRQ9S Q-Series is a professional-level piccolo trumpet with a hand-hammered one-piece bell, hand-lapped Monel pistons, and a four-valve design intended for advanced solo, chamber, orchestral, and ensemble performance.

Can the TRQ9S play in both Bb and A?

Yes. The TRQ9S is built in Bb/A and includes two tunable trumpet-shank leadpipe bits, one for Bb and one for A, allowing the player to switch between the two standard piccolo trumpet keys.

What makes the fourth valve placement on this piccolo trumpet useful?

The fourth valve is positioned ergonomically so it can be operated comfortably by either the right or left hand. This gives players flexibility in hand position and can improve comfort during technically demanding piccolo trumpet passages.

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