S.E. Shires - Model TBCH - Chicago Custom Bb/F Tenor Trombone

S.E. Shires Custom Series Large Bore Tenor Trombones

S.E. Shires orchestral tenor trombones were the first instruments that Steve produced and were what cemented his reputation as one of the leading brass instrument designers. Players the world over have discovered that they are ideal for any orchestral or large ensemble setting. Wonderfully responsive and resonant, they also excel in solo and chamber music performance. 

S.E. Shires trombones are available with a variety of options for bells, leadpipes, and tuning slides. The models listed above feature our most popular combinations. For more information about customizing a trombone and Custom Series pricing, please contact us by phone at +65 8688 2388, or email at info@musicelements.com.sg.

Model TBCH - Chicago Custom Large Bore Tenor Trombone

The S.E. Shires Chicago model trombone was designed with the famed Chicago low brass sound in mind. The one-piece, gold-brass bell with a large TII taper produces a rich, broad, complex sound that allows for a wide range of colors at different dynamics. The lightweight nickel-silver handslide produces clear, brilliant articulations. With this instrument, S.E. Shires has created a trombone that plays with incredible stability, and produces a consistent timbre and even response throughout a wide spectrum of range and dynamic an instrument that captures the best qualities of the Chicago low brass sound.

Specs & Features

  • CHI Bell: 8.inch, one piece, hand-hammered "TII" taper in balanced medium-weight gold brass with traditionally brazed seam and soldered bead
  • S.E. Shires axial-flow F valve or dual-bore F valve
  • TX Tuning Slide: X Taper, drawn yellow brass
  • TB47NLW Handslide: .547-inch bore, lightweight nickel silver, nickel-silver crook
  • Three interchangeable yellow-brass leadpipes
  • Bell Engraving: S.E. Shires makers mark and traditional floral patter
  • Includes S.E. Shires tenor trombone case, mouthpiece, and care kit

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