S.E. Shires Gold Brass DS Seamed German Style tenor tuning slide, slightly used and in excellent condition. This slide is designed to fit perfectly on all current make Shires components, including modular bell sections and valve sections.
This DS seamed style uses a traditional German taper and construction method, adding warmth and a slightly broader response compared to standard yellow brass slides. The gold brass alloy introduces higher copper content, which enhances tonal warmth and gives players more color and flexibility in sound.
This slide is structurally perfect with no dents, dings, or repairs. It has been professionally cleaned with a chemical bath and is ready to install and play. A new Shires seamed tuning slide today sells for around $540, often with lead times due to limited production availability.
At The Brass Exchange in St. Louis, MO, we specialize in used and pre-owned S.E. Shires parts, including tuning slides, valve sections, bell sections, and complete modular trombones. We also welcome trade-ins of Shires components and full instruments, helping players refine or upgrade their setup. Interested in trading? Please fill out our trade-in form here.
This tuning slide is now part of our Archive of Sold Instruments, featured here as a reference for professional players researching Shires modular components and historical options. If you're looking for similar parts, please view our current inventory here.
What types of tuning slides are available for S.E. Shires custom tenor trombones?
S.E. Shires offers several different tuning slide options for custom tenor trombones. Players can choose between yellow brass and gold brass alloys, each providing unique tonal warmth and color. Taper options include the standard taper (like TG and TY models) and the X taper, which transitions faster and offers a more compact feel.
Additionally, players can opt for seamed German style slides, which deliver a broader, more resonant sound and traditional feel. Shires also offers single- and dual-radius crook designs to fine-tune resistance and projection. These modular choices allow serious players to customize their setup precisely to match their preferred sound and playing style.
