TOOLS
Equipment choice is a vital part of developing your craft. Maximizing efficiency and consistency can accelerate your development as a musician. I choose S.E. Shires Custom Trombones and Greg Black Mouthpieces for all my performing needs
ALTO
Bell: A1GM
Slide: A85-95
Mouthpiece: TBD
LARGE
Bell: TII 7YLWA5 DF (detachable flare)
Slide: TW47G
Tuning Slide: TYX
Valve: Axial
Mouthpiece: Greg Black 4G
MEDIUM
Bell: 1YM8
Slide: TW25NLW
Tuning Slide: TY
Valve: Rotor / Straight Neckpipe
Mouthpiece: Greg Black 4G-5G
BASS
Bell: BII 7YLW DF (detachable flare)
Slide: B62
Tuning Slide: BGC
Valves: Independent Axials
Mouthpiece: Greg Black 1 5/16G (.312, #2 backbore)
CUSTOM
S.E. Shires uses the highest craftsmanship to create custom trombones to suit your performing needs. Each individual component is made by hand, right here in the United States.
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Greg Black Mouthpieces are machined by hand, offering several designs and alterations. GB Mouthpieces are made in Mount Holly, NC.