S.E. Shires Q30GA Q-Series Tenor Trombone with Axial Flow Valve SN Q21601

S.E. Shires Q-Series Tenor Trombone Overview

The S.E. Shires Q30GA Q-Series tenor trombone brings Shires large-bore design into a practical Bb/F platform with an Axial-Flow F valve and gold brass bell configuration. The Q-Series large-bore tenor line is built around an 8.5-inch hand-hammered bell, .547-inch handslide, interchangeable leadpipes, and a case-and-accessory package, giving advancing and working trombonists a serious setup for ensemble, orchestral, and commercial work.pecifications place it in the large-bore F-attachment category used by advanced students, teachers, and performing trombonists.

S.E. Shires Q30GA Tenor Trombone Specifications

• Instrument Type: Large-bore F-attachment tenor trombone
• Model: Q30GA Q-Series
• Bell: QTY 8.5-inch two-piece hand-hammered QI taper, medium-weight gold brass with soldered bead
• Valve: Axial-Flow F valve
• Handslide: QW47 .547-inch standard-weight yellow brass with nickel-silver wide crook
• Tuning Slide: QY
• Leadpipes: Three interchangeable yellow-brass leadpipes numbered 1, 2, and 3 in the model configuration; two extra leadpipes are marked with this instrument
• Case: Original Shires Q-Series case with backpack straps
• Accessories: Laskey 59MD mouthpiece, valve oil, slide cream, polish cloth
• Serial Number: Q21601

Condition & Setup

This instrument is in very clean shop condition and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The finish is glossy and well kept overall, with light surface scratches and scuffs near the serial-number area. No major cosmetic concerns are present, and this instrument is ready to play!

Who the Q30GA Tenor Trombone Is For

The Q30GA is well suited to trombonists who want a large-bore Bb/F tenor with a more open-feeling valve section than a traditional rotary setup. The .547-inch bore, Axial-Flow F valve, and gold brass bell configuration make it a strong fit for advanced students, college players, serious ensemble musicians, and working trombonists who need a broad, centered large-bore sound with flexible response across symphonic, wind ensemble, pit, and commercial settings.

Common Questions About the S.E. Shires Q30GA How does the Q30GA differ from the Q30YR?

The Q30GA uses an Axial-Flow F valve and the gold brass version of the Q30 bell configuration. The Q30YR is the rotary-valve version of the same Q-Series large-bore tenor platform with a yellow brass bell.

What does the Axial-Flow valve offer a trombonist?

An Axial-Flow valve is generally chosen by players who prefer an open valve feel and less resistance through the F-attachment register. It is especially useful for players who use the valve frequently in orchestral, large ensemble, and low-register work.

What kind of tonal character is associated with the gold brass Q30GA configuration?

Gold brass bells are often chosen by trombonists seeking a broader and warmer tonal color than a comparable yellow brass setup. On the Q30GA, that tonal direction is paired with a large-bore slide and Axial-Flow valve for a flexible modern tenor trombone voice.

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