The Shires Q40S euphonium provides an open and free-blowing feel with the clarity of sound and excellent projection that has made S.E. Shires instruments the favorites of players the world over.
Featuring a 12-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered upright bell in medium-weight yellow brass with a soldered bead, this compensating euphonium in Bb delivers a broad and warm timbre throughout the range of the instrument.
At home in any ensemble or solo performance, the Q40S euphonium is an excellent choice for any musician.
Specifications
- Key: Bb
- Bore: .591” bore, .669” 4th valve bore
- Bell: 12-inch, two-piece, hand-hammered upright bell in medium-weight yellow brass with soldered bead
- Body: Yellow brass, silver plated finish
- Valves: 4 stainless steel valves, 3+1 configuration, compensating
- Case: SE Shires hard shell case with Cordura fabric exterior