S.E. Shires STBQALESSI Bb/F Professional Tenor Trombone - Q Series Alessi
“I’m very excited about the Alessi Q Series which we’ve tested. This instrument features unique parts that are not found anywhere else. It is a wonderful professional line instrument at an affordable price!”
—Joseph Alessi, Principal Trombone, New York Philharmonic
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 Joseph Alessi Artist Model tenor trombone is the result of experimenting further than we ever have before. A revolutionary combination of materials and construction, this instrument embodies a perfect balance of color, efficiency, and resonance. The unsoldered, two-piece, light-weight yellow-brass bell allows the Alessi model to effortlessly cut through any ensemble while maintaining a mature width of sound that holds together even with the most extreme demands of the repertoire. A gold brass F-attachment slide on our newly designed Alessi rotary valve brings forth depth and density of sound coupled with the clarity and stability of a rotary valve which works in tandem with a gold flanged tuning slide. The Alessi handslide utilizes a combination of different alloys to not only bring consistency and clarity to this model, but also to allow for the flexibility to change style and mood at the player’s will. This exquisite combination offers the ultimate versatility for any musician looking to be a cut above the rest.
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JA Bell: 8.5-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered “TI” taper in lightweight yellow brass with traditionally brazed seams, unsoldered bead, and special annealing treatment
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S.E. Shires Alessi rotary F valve with gold-brass F-attachment slide and bronze valve cap
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TGF tuning slide: gold brass, drawn tubing, with flanges
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TWJA Handslide: .547-inch, standard-weight gold brass; yellow wide crook
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Choice of three interchangeable yellow brass leadpipes
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Bell Engraving: S.E. Shires Joseph Alessi Model custom engraving
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Includes S.E. Shires tenor trombone case, mouthpiece, and care kit
“After rigorous testing I have found an instrument that is easier to play and also fits the sound concept in my mind. That sound has been embodied in the S.E. Shires Joseph Alessi Artist Model Trombone.”
—Joseph Alessi, Principal Trombone, New York Philharmonic