Overview
This S.E. Shires TBQ36YR bass trombone was a clean pre-owned instrument from a long-time professional orchestra player and Brass Exchange customer. The horn had never been damaged or repaired and played beautifully at the time of sale.
The setup included a 9.5″ yellow brass bell paired with a standard .562 straight bore handslide and one #2 leadpipe. Several years ago, we added a custom Shires thumb rest bar for improved ergonomics. The valves were quick and quiet, and the handslide was smooth and responsive.
Cosmetically, there were a few small areas of lacquer loss on the tuning slide and outer handslide tubes—typical wear that did not affect playability. Overall the horn presented very well and performed exactly as players expect from a professional Shires bass trombone.
A comparable new TBQ36YR build in 2025 is approaching the $4,800–$5,000 range depending on options, making clean used examples like this especially desirable.
Player Perspective
The TBQ36YR is one of the most popular Shires bass trombone configurations. The yellow brass bell provides clarity and projection, while the .562 slide and Shires valve system give the player a broad, stable orchestral sound.
This type of setup works equally well for symphonic playing, wind ensemble, and studio work. Many players choose TBQ models as a dependable professional bass trombone that balances warmth, clarity, and response.
The Brass Exchange has been an authorized S.E. Shires Pro Shop since before the Eastman acquisition, and we’ve helped hundreds of players match Shires bells, slides, valves, and leadpipes into balanced professional setups.
✦ Comparison – TBQ36YR vs Bach 50B3 vs Conn 62H
For players researching bass trombones:
• Shires TBQ36YR: Modular flexibility with modern precision
• Bach 50 Series: Traditional feel with strong core
• Conn 62H: Classic broad Conn sound
Custom Shires setups allow players to fine-tune response and tone more precisely than fixed-design horns.
Included
• S.E. Shires TBQ36YR Bass Trombone
• One #2 Shires leadpipe
• Marco Magi Italian Shires case
Mouthpiece not included.
🔧 Availability & Archive Status
This S.E. Shires TBQ36YR bass trombone has been sold and is shown here as part of our Archive of Sold instruments, preserved as a historical reference for players researching Shires bass trombone setups.
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