S.E. Shires STBBVE Custom Bb/F/Gb Professional Bass Trombone - Vintage Elkhart Model
“Collaborating with S.E. Shires on this new model has been an absolute joy. From the outset, they understood the priority was sound and playability. The Shires Vintage Elkhart Bass Trombone delivers both in abundance. I’m beyond excited with the result!” - Josh Cirtina
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, lead pipes, 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 (03) 9578 3677 or email us at [email protected].
The TBBVE Vintage Elkhart Bass Trombone brings a masterful balance of rich, vintage sound and modern playability. This model is designed for musicians seeking the focused, warm tone reminiscent of classic American bass trombones, while delivering unmatched versatility and ease of performance across the entire range. The light-weight red brass bell with its unsoldered bead is modeled after the iconic Elkhart bells of the mid-20th century and produces a lush, warm sound with a wide palette of complex overtones. Paired with a narrow-width, yellow-brass hand slide, this trombone delivers the rich, focused core sound of vintage instruments while offering flexibility and consistency across the full register. This model seamlessly bridges the gap between the legendary bass trombones of the past and the high-performance demands of today’s musicians.
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BI 2RVE Bell: 9.5 inch, two piece, hand-hammered “BI” taper in light weight red brass with traditionally brazed seam and unsoldered bead
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Independent, S.E. Shires F/G♭ rotary valves
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Tuning Slide: BYC—“C” taper, drawn yellow brass
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BN62YC Handslide: .562-inch bore, narrow-width, standard weight yellow brass, yellow brass crook
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B2.5 seamed leadpipe
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Bell Engraving: S.E. Shires makers mark and traditional floral pattern
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Includes S.E. Shires bass trombone case, mouthpiece, and care kit