Shires Quart Trombone K30

Quart Trombone K30 - Resonance & Control for the Modern Tenor Trombone!

The S.E. Shires K30 is a large-bore tenor trombone (tenor trombone / large bore) for players who want a high-quality, reliable playing feel from day one. The 2-piece, hand-hammered brass bell with a soldered rim wire delivers a projecting, resonant tone with clarity and warmth. With a large bore of 13.9 mm, the K30 responds openly and stably, while the open-wrap Bb/F quart attachment with a rotary valve provides a smooth, clean transition across the valve registers. The standard-weight slide with a wide nickel-silver slide crook supports a direct response and defined articulation—ideal for orchestra, concert band, big band and studio.

Sound Concept: Warm, Clear, Projecting

The 216 mm-diameter bell offers projection without harshness: the low register speaks easily while the focus in the upper register remains secure. As a result, the trombone feels equally authoritative in tutti passages and in solo lines. For players seeking a "premium feel" in everyday use, this balance of core, projection and flexibility is a central advantage.

Valve Section: Open-Wrap Quart Valve

The open-wrap F-attachment provides a freer airflow and a natural playing feel across the entire range. The rotary F valve supports even intonation and a homogeneous timbre, so register changes remain controlled and musical—especially important during dynamic transitions and in the lower register.

Slide & Craftsmanship: Precise Response

The standard-weight brass slide combined with the wide nickel-silver slide crook offers stable guidance and quick response. This supports clean, fluid position changes and clear articulation, even in fast passages. Visually, the S.E. Shires Makers Mark and the traditional floral engraving complete the professional look; the clear lacquer reliably protects the finish in daily use.

Discover the Shires K30 as a reliable Bb/F tenor trombone for your musical everyday!