Shires 4S8
C large-bore trumpet · custom · current
An incredibly balanced C trumpet for orchestral playing.
| 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 standard-weight yellow brass, brazed side seam, steel bead, dual-radius bend. WEB leadpipe: .349" venturi, lightweight 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
Carlos Benetó, Joon Park, Juanjo Serna, Madison Barton, Travis Heath
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