{"product_id":"shires-q30ga-q-series-tenor-trombone","title":"S.E. Shires Q30GA Q-Series Tenor Trombone with Axial Flow Valve","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q30GA Tenor Trombone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.E. Shires Q30GA is a large bore (.547) Bb\/F tenor trombone built around the QTG gold brass bell and an axial-flow F-attachment for a clear, singing core with strong projection and a broad, centered low register. Designed to cover orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, and commercial work with one instrument, it pairs a two-piece, hand-hammered 8 1\/2-inch QI-taper bell with a standard-weight yellow brass handslide and nickel-silver slide crook for crisp, defined articulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS.E. Shires Q30GA Tenor Trombone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\/F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBore: .547-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: QTG 8 1\/2-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered QI taper, gold brass, soldered bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve: Axial Flow Valve F-attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandslide: QW47, standard-weight yellow brass outer slide with nickel-silver crook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning Slide: QY tuning slide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeadpipes: Three interchangeable yellow brass leadpipes (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Q Series tenor trombone case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece and care kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is brand new and includes the full manufacturer’s warranty. It has been professionally inspected and play-tested by our brass staff to confirm proper slide action, valve function, and mechanical fit prior to shipping. We are an authorized S.E. Shires dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Q30GA Tenor Trombone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S.E. Shires Q30GA is a professional large bore Bb\/F tenor trombone designed for players who need a clear, projecting sound with a broad tonal footprint and an open, usable low register. The QTG gold brass bell with the hand-hammered QI taper and soldered bead supports a tone that stays singing and focused while adding warmth, making it a strong choice for principal and section work as well as solo and chamber settings where clarity matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe .547 QW47 handslide in standard-weight yellow brass helps produce breadth without sacrificing definition, and the nickel-silver slide crook contributes to crisp, brilliant articulations. The axial-flow F-attachment is built for an extremely open feel in the low register and a consistent, encompassing tone across the full range, which helps the instrument stay at home in virtually any ensemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the S.E. Shires Q30GA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the S.E. Shires Q30GA suitable for professional use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Q30GA is a large bore Bb\/F tenor trombone with an axial-flow F-attachment and a hand-hammered 8 1\/2-inch gold brass bell, built to meet the demands of orchestral, wind ensemble, and freelance professional playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the axial-flow F-attachment change compared to a standard rotary valve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn axial-flow valve is designed to feel more open and free-blowing than many traditional rotors, which can make the low register respond more easily while keeping the tone broad and consistent through all registers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat comes with the S.E. Shires Q30GA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes a Q Series tenor trombone case, three interchangeable yellow brass leadpipes, a mouthpiece, and a care kit.\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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