A fantastic orchestral C trumpet, the model Q11RS trumpet features our more open bell taper which produces a big, powerful sound with easy response. Matched with a firm, yet flexible slotting reverse leadpipe, this trumpet achieves an ideal balance of breadth, clarity, agility, and projection. Nickel-silver balusters and valve caps add brilliance and character to the sound, increase its core, and contribute to cleanness and immediacy of attack.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- Key: C
- Bore: .462 inch
- Q11 bell: 4 13/16-inch, one-piece, hand-hammered open taper in yellow brass with round brass bead
- QR reverse leadpipe: .348-inch venturi, heavyweight yellow brass; open and free blowing with well-defined slots and easy response
- QWR tuning slide
- Piston material: hand-lapped monel
- Valve cluster: two-piece casings, standard weight, with nickel balusters
- Top valve caps: Nickel Silver
- Lower valve caps: Nickel Silver
- Bell engraving: S.E. Shires makers mark, model designation, and traditional floral pattern
- Finish: silver plate
- Includes Q Series trumpet case, mouthpiece, and care kit