Shires AZS8 B-Flat Trumpet

This unique variation on our popular Model A trumpet features a special, slightly squarer bell bend with a side seam and steel bead. It produces a brilliant, broad tone of medium density with marvelous projection and easy response. The WH leadpipe provides and ideal combination of stability and flexibility; its free-blowing character compliments the centered bell taper. Nickel-silver balusters and valve caps add brilliance and character to the sound, increase its core, and contribute to cleanness and immediacy of attack. This trumpet makes a great choice as an all-around instrument for performance in a wide variety of musical settings.

• Bore: .459
• Model AZ Bell: 4 13⁄16 inch, one piece, hand-hammered “A” (centered) taper in standard-weight yellow brass with traditionally brazed (side) seam, and dual radius bend
• Steel bead
• WH Leadpipe: .347-inch venturi, heavyweight yellow brass; open and free blowing with well-defined slots and easy response
• W Tuning Slide: dual-radius bend, standard water key; strong core, brilliance, and presence of sound
• Piston Material: hand-lapped Monel
• Valve Cluster: two-piece casings, standard weight, with nickel-silver balusters
• Lower Valve Caps: nickel silver
• Bell Engraving: S.E. Shires makers mark, model designation, and traditional floral pattern
• Finish: silver plate
• Includes S.E. Shires single trumpet case, mouthpiece, and care kit