Brand New S.E. Shires Vintage New York Custom Bass Trombone (TBBVNY) - Dual Axial-Flow
We are thrilled to have a brand new, factory-fresh S.E. Shires Custom Vintage New York Bass Trombone in the shop. Designed to be the perfect companion to the incredibly popular Vintage New York tenor model, this bass trombone combines the best elements of classic mid-century New York and Mt. Vernon designs with the flawless modern intonation and consistency that has made S.E. Shires the industry standard.
This instrument delivers a massive, rich, and remarkably warm orchestral sound. The dual axial-flow valves provide an incredibly open, unrestrictive low register, while the BII bell taper ensures your sound will anchor the ensemble with a clear, projecting fundamental tone. If you are a symphonic player or an advancing conservatory student looking for a world-class, heirloom-quality instrument, this is an absolute powerhouse.
Key Features
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Vintage New York Bell: Features a 9.5-inch, one-piece, hand-hammered BII taper in yellow brass with a traditionally brazed seam and soldered bead, offering a broad, traditional core with classic warmth and projection.
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Dual Axial-Flow Valves: Equipped with premium independent F/Gb axial-flow valves. This incredibly efficient valve section provides a massively broad, open, and effortless low register.
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BYB Tuning Slide: Standard bass taper in yellow brass, providing excellent slotting, balanced resistance, and a very even scale.
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Dual-Bore Handslide: Features the B62-78YC handslide (.562" to .578" dual bore) in standard weight yellow brass with a yellow brass crook, giving the horn a highly complex, open feel with quick articulations.
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Custom Flexibility: Includes three interchangeable yellow brass leadpipes, allowing you to perfectly dial in the resistance and response to match your specific playing style.
Condition & Shop Inspection
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Cosmetics: Brand New. This is a brand new custom instrument, fresh from the S.E. Shires factory. The clear lacquer is absolutely flawless, and it features the traditional floral pattern bell engraving with the S.E. Shires maker's mark.
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Mechanics: Bench-Tested & Ready. Even brand new horns get our full attention. Our in-house master technicians have carefully unboxed and benched this trombone to ensure the factory setup is completely perfect. The handslide is butter-smooth, the dual axial-flow valves are lightning-fast and perfectly quiet, and it is 100% ready for the stage.
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Accessories: Includes the original ultra-premium Shires-branded Marcus Bonna (MB) hard case, 3 interchangeable leadpipes, factory slide grease, and premium valve oil. (Please note: Mouthpieces are not included with our instrument sales.)
Specifications
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Brand: S.E. Shires
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Model: TBBVNY (Vintage New York)
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Serial Number: 14653
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Key: Bb/F/Gb/D
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Bore: .562"/.578" Dual Bore
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Bell: 9.5" One-Piece Yellow Brass (BII Taper)
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Valves: Dual Independent Axial-Flow
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Finish: Clear Lacquer
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Condition: Brand New
The Fleming Music Commitment
When you purchase a professional instrument from Fleming Musical Instruments & Repair, you aren't just buying a horn—you are gaining a dedicated support team. Every instrument is meticulously inspected and regulated by our on-site master technicians before it ever leaves our hands. We back our inventory with a 14-day return window and a full 1-year warranty, so you can invest in your sound with absolute confidence.
Have questions about financing, need to discuss a potential trade-in, or want to hear how this horn sounds? Reach out to our team directly: https://flemingrepair.com/pages/contact.
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