Shires 401
C large-bore trumpet · custom · current
The latest version of Shires' original signature C trumpet; a heavyweight bell giving a big, powerful song with easy response.
| Type | trumpet |
|---|---|
| Key | C |
| Bore class | large |
| Bore size | .462″ |
| Valve type | Piston |
| Valves | 3 |
| Valve material | monel |
| Bell diameter | 4.81″ |
| Bell material | yellow brass |
| Bell construction | one-piece hand-hammered |
| Leadpipe | standard |
| Level | custom |
| Era | current |
Features: Custom Series. "4" (open) bell taper in balanced heavyweight yellow brass, brazed side seam, brass bead, dual-radius bend. 401 leadpipe: .351" venturi, standard-weight yellow brass. Hand-lapped monel pistons. S.E. Shires publishes no prices; instruments are ordered through its dealer network and, in the Custom Series, configured from interchangeable bells and leadpipes.
Known players
Adam Hayes, Brynn Marchiando, Cody McClarty, Emery Harvison, Gioacchino Giuliano, Hiroto Nakajima, Jeff Wooldridge, John Marchiando, Mario Musumarra, Mark DeGoti, Nairam Simoes, Zachary Lyman
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