Overview
This is a factory-new S.E. Shires Boston-made Custom Series TW47 tenor trombone handslide, built to Shires’ current production specifications and offered here new and in stock.
The slide features standard-weight yellow brass outer tubes, a nickel silver endcrook, and is delivered in unplayed condition, aside from factory testing. It includes the full 5-year S.E. Shires factory warranty and is ready for immediate installation.
This TW47 handslide is an excellent choice for players building a modular Shires custom tenor setup, or as a direct replacement slide for an existing Shires instrument.
Construction & Included Leadpipes
This TW47 handslide includes three removable brass leadpipes:
#1.5
#2 (standard length)
#2L (long)
The #2L leadpipe is approximately 1 inch longer than the standard #2, measuring roughly 9.75" versus 8.75". This additional length can provide greater focus, stability, and resistance, particularly at higher dynamic levels (ff–fff).
A visual comparison with measurement reference is shown in the images for clarity.
Because Shires slides are fully modular, players can experiment with leadpipe length and taper to find the response and feel that best suits their playing style.
Condition Summary
Factory new, unplayed (except factory testing)
No wear, dents, or mechanical issues
Standard-weight yellow brass outer tubes
Nickel silver endcrook for durability
Includes three interchangeable brass leadpipes
Covered by full Shires factory warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the Shires slide model numbers mean?
T = Tenor
W = Wide slide spacing (similar to Bach)
47 = .547 bore
Examples:
TW47 — Tenor, Wide, .547 bore (this listing)
T47 — Tenor, .547 bore, narrower slide width (Conn 88H spacing)
What materials are used on Shires slides?
Outer tubes: Yellow brass or gold brass (G)
Endcrooks: Nickel silver, yellow brass (YC), or gold brass (GC)
Nickel silver (N) slides: Available in standard or lightweight builds
Lightweight (LW) slides use brass outer tubes without nickel oversleeves in first and second position.
What are common Shires TW47 slide variants?
TW47 — Yellow brass outers, nickel silver endcrook (standard)
T47 — Narrow width, nickel silver endcrook
TW47YC — Yellow brass outers, yellow brass endcrook
TW47G — Gold brass outers, nickel silver endcrook
TW47GYC — Gold brass outers, yellow brass endcrook
TW47LW — Yellow brass outers, lightweight
TW47N / TW47NLW — Nickel silver outers (standard or lightweight)
TW47GLW — Gold brass outers, lightweight
Why would a player choose a longer leadpipe (2L)?
Some players prefer a longer leadpipe for increased stability, focus, and resistance, especially when playing at louder dynamic levels (ff–fff). Others prefer the quicker response of a standard-length leadpipe. Shires’ modular system allows players to experiment and choose what feels best.
Availability & Support
This S.E. Shires TW47 tenor trombone handslide is in stock and available now.
If you have questions about compatibility, configuration, or selecting the right leadpipe, feel free to contact us 📩.
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