Shane B. Iowa, It goes without saying that I am happy camper. I could not be happier with my experience at the Brass Exchange. You made the whole experience enjoyable and made me feel like I`d known you for years. More important than considering every possible combination is finding the combination that makes senseand works bestfor you. Our newest trombone models are complete departures from our original modular designs. Also a trip to Sugarfire for some world class brisket. I wasn't trying to out rule out the two brands, if that crosses anyones minds. I'll make sure to recommend your shop- Zach. Doug, love the horn, and LOVE the case. Always a great time going to St Louis. by btone Mon Jun 21, 2021 5:52 pm, Post Thank you so much. It is currently Mon Dec 05, 2022 11:46 am; All times are UTC; Edwards vs Shires. ". ". As long as the instrument isn't damaged and has no wear on the inners, being 60 yrs old shouldn't matter. He raved about the Edwards horns that were on display. This thread ended so contentiously it appears to have been abandoned before anyone got around to posting what its title lead me to hope for--some thoughtful views on the relative virtues of Edwards and Shires. This horn sings tone quality is great. by Schlitz Mon Dec 24, 2018 4:39 pm, Post Trombone Support Bar - S Brace for Bach/Shires etc. Edwards offers numerous small and large bore tenor trombone configurations that will meet the needs of the most discerning musicians. The Q30YR features a two-piece, hand-hammered yellow brass bell with our rotary valve, giving this trombone a clear, singing tone with excellent projection and clarity. I fell in love with it 'naked' and after a year and half finally started to toy with the pillars and am amazed at the different responses that can be dialed in. Bass Trombone with Independent Axial Flow Valves and Harmonic Bridge. The Brass Exchange @ 2022 All Rights Reserved, Source for Trombones, Other Brass Instruments, Cases & Accessories, Source for Trombones, Cases & Music Accessories, Source for Brass Instruments and accessories, Protec Tenor Trombone LIBERTY Practice Mute, Humes & Berg Symphonic Straight Model 126A Precious Metal Stone Lined, Cronkhite Canyon Sunrise Small-Medium Tenor, Cronkhite Tenor Trombone Medium Size Badlands Leather, Cronkhite Trombone Gig Bag TSG Small Bore, Yamaha Silent Brass Mute Euphonium Pre-owned, Marco Magi NN-TRK Series Small Tenor Case, Yamaha YBL-322 Bass Trombone Satin Finish, S.E. by norbie2018 Fri Jan 04, 2019 5:19 pm, Post Just got back with my killer Conn 62HI. by Bach5G Fri Jan 04, 2019 4:16 pm, Post Doug, love the horn, and LOVE the case. 260 Hopping Brook Road, Holliston, MA, 01746, United States. with a bach megatone 5G mouthpieces sounded like everything I've ever wanted in a horn. by Ellefson Mon Dec 24, 2018 9:55 am, Post Give us a call or contact by email info@thebrass-exchange.com. Thank you for vetting these two horns and sending me exactly what I was looking for plus what I needed most but didn't know it.My point is..this is the value that Doug Bert adds to his customers and you can't possibly put a value on that. Thanks again for all of your help and I really enjoyed just talking with you. In addition to Dougs honesty and attention is his extensive knowledge and experience concerning trombones and other brass instruments. Man, that thread died in January. A versatile instrument with a clear, pure sound that combines the quick response and color of a one-piece bell with the centered feel and expansive tone of a two-piece bell. We were discussing whether a 60 year old instrument is a good investment. When I reached out to Doug and talked to him, I knew I had found the right man for the job. What a great instrument to play! I'm just getting an idea of the two, plus anything else there is. Made by Adams (7 resultaten) Adams Tenor Trombones; Sonic Trombone ; TB1 Open Flow; TB1-AF Axial Flow; TB1-H Hagmann ; TBA1 Alt Trombone; TBA2 Alt Trombone; Online shop (12 van 619 resultaten) I know which side my bread is buttered on, and rest assured I will seek your out for further trombone needs, Don Good. The instrument is great, a pleasure to play, exactly what I was looking for and the service I received was fantastic -, Within two weeks of sending my horn to Doug, we had a purchase. I have played several Shires horns and feel they are very nice too. Shires fabricates its bells, tubing, and valve sections onsite in its Massachusetts factory to exacting standards. As a doctoral student and full-time music teacher, my time is at a premium and trying to sell the instruments myself was not an option. I'm looking at a several different companies that I can customize the horn, such as edwards and shires. by Bach5G Sat Jan 05, 2019 5:13 pm, Post Shires is the only custom manufacturer that makes three different valve types in-house: The rotor valve, the axial-flow valve, and the Tru-bore valve. Thank you so much for spending the time to talk to me and make me feel comfortable with everything. Thank you for your awesome quartet CD! What did you lube it with? I know which side my bread is buttered on, and rest assured I will seek your out for further trombone needs, Don Good. looking forward to taking it to my first gig. Tell your professor in a few years what horn they would recommend. Its very hard to say. Thanks, Doug, for caring about me as a musician and trombonist and for making this experience as straightforward and smooth as possible. trombonists in the market for a new/different horn I'll be sure to send them your way. Shires Custom Series line. Im very excited about the Alessi Q Series which weve tested. I just unwrapped my new (old) Bach 36G LT from Doug at the Brass Exchange. 328. by Getzen130. Thanks so much for my new lifetime Elkhart 8H. For such a big commemoration, you desire a new instrument and your parents are willing to help you with that. I was hesitant and struggled to decide who to reach out for to help me sell several trombones and gig bags. And theyre every bit as good. by harrisonreed Sun Dec 23, 2018 8:27 am, Post shires or Edwards trombone worth it or should I just stick with Conn or bach? This trombone is also compatible with the rest of the S.E. After 23 years in the U.S. Navy Band, I barely played the trombone for the next 10 years. I had a totally positive experience with Doug and I highly recommend "The Brass Exchange". Thanks again. Who we work with, the way we treat our customers, we represent our instruments honestly. I'm in love, looks so damn pretty and plays even better. Shires trombones, new and pre-owned and are happy to custom fit you with the optimal instrument. Also, while the Shire's my friends play are OK, almost all of them either have chronic problems with their horn, or just don't like their horn. But that horn was used, and it was not in the best of shape. We accept trade-in's of used instruments. Instruments. So I played the edwards, the tone wasn't exactly what I was looking for, but the shires. Its a very good one, as you told me. Tenortrombone-beker . Just got back with my killer Conn 62HI. I absolutly LOVE the Lt12G I bought from you. Thanks again. . Do they tend to become fragile as they age? by norbie2018 Fri Jan 04, 2019 4:35 pm, Post I have a long long time until a graduate. I must admit I had my doubts/worries about shopping online for a trombone but this has been the best instrument purchase in my professional career. I dont think either would say they are the reason for Edwards success. What did you lube it with? The Brass Exchange @ 2022 All Rights Reserved, Yamaha YBL-322 Bass Trombone Satin Finish, S.E. Anonymous happy customer, Doug, The trombone is fantastic. Buying or Selling, We match our service to the fast-paced connected nature of the modern world with our mobile and tablet adapted platform. Since you have a good horn already, there isnt any point in rushing to get a boutique horn because so and so plays one. I am very glad that I did! Edwards Trombones . I am very very happy Doug. Components that may work well in one combination or for one player or situation may be poorly suited to others. In the Southeast, Sheridan Brass is a big Shires dealer. i am really happy with it. Shires Custom TBSCTrombone Outfit w/Axial Flow Valve. It will give your sound a chance to develop more and youll have a better idea of what you want in a horn, as well as further guidance from your instructor. We offer many vintage trombones and other brass instruments for sale. Responding to forcca, I will say that, while both Conn and Bach have built excellent instruments over the years, those horns have, over the last 20 - 30 years lost some of their luster in the professional arena, due to manufacturing inconsistencies. On December 1st, S.E. by Mikebmiller Mon Dec 24, 2018 9:21 am, Post This is a special instrument made by Edwards for bass trombonist Gerry Pagano. An instrument that captures the best qualities of the Chicago low brass sound, this trombone features incredible stability and produces a consistent timbre and even response throughout a wide spectrum of range and dynamics. haven't been able to put it down since it came! If you plan to go to New England Conservatory, most of your classmates will be playing Shires. Why did you resurrect it? Nick Grinder, New YorkFreelancer, Recordoing Artist, "I'd recommend the Brass Exchange to anybody, anytime.". Shires Trombones and Schilke Greenhoe Trombones. He was incredibly patient and also offered my an overly fair price on a trade-in trombone.Thanks to Doug's caring and expertise, I am now playing an incredible vintage Conn 78H. It feels a lot like my 88H in terms of weight and ergonomics and it plays great too. Are you going to the Eastern Trombone Workshop in March? He has sold five of my trombones and I have purchased two from him so far.. Doug is smart, honest and great fun to talk to on the phone. For a graduation gift, I'm thinking about another horn. I do think that Shires has the momentum currently on their side, not just by swaying major players their way but also is many others who earn their income playing trombone. When I decided I was ready to resume playing, I realized how much I had forgotten. Jemmie Robertson and our trombone artists continue to amaze us with their talent and musicality. Most of them have found their dream horn after having tried them along side numerous other choices. If you are looking for an instrument and would like to trade-in one or more that you currently own, call us today and we will guide you through the process. If you are looking for a horn, call Doug! I don't know where you live, but Shires has dealers in various places where you can try the various combos of parts. If you're trying to win a job, get the horn that fits you the best, which could be anything. B454-E. Bass Trombone with Independent Axial Flow Valves. Shires announced a partnership with one of the great brass players and pedagogues of our time. Artist Models Trombone Options S.E. From orchestral to big band to brass band, the B454-E can adapt to any performance situation. The instrument is great, a pleasure to play, exactly what I was looking for and the service I received was fantastic -, Within two weeks of sending my horn to Doug, we had a purchase. You might find that getting everything aligned properly might make it substantially better. Other accessories like cases, gig bags, mutes, metronomes, tuners, mouthpieces, instrument stands, and lubricants can be found under the Shop tab. I window shop his website regularly. Looking for the perfect instrument, but not sure where to start? The Brass Exchange has one of the best selections of top-notch used trombones in the web. I absolutly LOVE the Lt12G I bought from you. S.E. He has sold five of my trombones and I have purchased two from him so far.. Doug is smart, honest and great fun to talk to on the phone. I bought my first Edwards in the 90's. I'd play the Q series until you get guidance from your university prof. A few years ago I ran into a friend at the Alessi Seminar in Eugene. by Bach5G Sat Jan 05, 2019 6:13 pm, Post Thank again. There will be an opportunity to try a lot of horns there, plus many knowledgeable people to ask questions. by Schlitz Thu Apr 18, 2019 2:34 pm, Post Welcome to our shop page. It is exactly as described. by whitbey Mon Dec 24, 2018 4:54 pm, Post Thanks. There are a few 200-400 years old trombones around in museum that are reportedly stellar instruments.". Bjrn O. Bergholtz Norway. He was playing Shires at the time. I think a great Conn 88 is a great horn for students for several reasons .it is cheaper and it is the most versatile horn of the large bores. Or perhaps not but worth getting looked at either way. Thank you so much for spending the time to talk to me and make me feel comfortable with everything. by castrubone Sun Dec 23, 2018 7:15 am, Post Super hip. Thanks for suggesting such a great horn. I just want to know more about the two. Shires Co. tenor trombones are what cemented our reputation as one of the leading brass instrument designers. by norbie2018 Sat Jan 05, 2019 7:50 am, Post There are string instruments much older then that still being used today. Doug took three of my horns, made them look better-than-new, and turned them into a custom alto trombone, a bell, and stunning new cases for my tenor and bass trombones. This horn sings tone quality is great. November 1, 2011. Prices listed on our website are for customers in the United States and Canada only. I love my new horn and will definitely do more business in the future with The Brass-Exchange! So it appears we were talking past each other. by norbie2018 Sat Jan 05, 2019 5:39 pm, Post If you are looking for a horn, call Doug! The BB2001 fits Edwards, Getzen, and most Shires trombones. ..6H and my 88H slide arrived in good shape. so if any of . If you have a question about any of the items you see on this page, give us a call or send an email. Edwards vs Shires - TromboneChat Edwards vs Shires 67 posts 1 2 Next Noahharry Posts: 11 Joined: Fri Jun 29, 2018 4:52 am Edwards vs Shires by Noahharry Sun Dec 23, 2018 2:23 am I know this will be contentious. The slide is fantastic. You never explained why you'd be careful recommending one. Doing business with The Brass-Exchange was quick and easy! This handcrafted approach to instrument construction also ensures that the sound of every S.E. Then, take lessons with future professors for grad school and ask them what they would recommend. Im very happy with the purchase. As a doctoral student and full-time music teacher, my time is at a premium and trying to sell the instruments myself was not an option. However, The Brass Exchange is also an authorized dealer for S.E. Shires 2RVE Vintage Elkhart Tenor Trombone Bell $1,465 Brand New 14-Day Return Policy S.E. is the highly consistent quality of the products. I'm a recent fan of fixed horns and would highly recommend the T-396 as it allows lot's of ability to tailor the response without getting into the expensive hobby of swapping out larger parts. Shires Q36GA Bass Trombone Demo Sale Price, King 2BPL Legend Series .500 Bore Like New, King 3BPLS Sterling Silver .525 Medium Bore Mint, S.E. It is very rare to find someone who provides the level of customer service that Doug provided to me. For one reason, they have options available that Shires doesn't normally do that I found worked best for me (specifically the dual-radius tuning slide, and their nickel playing slide, which they claimed is different than Shires). Edwards and Shires make all their valves themselves, no point in buying them from Switzerland. I think the bell is pretty light weight which helps make it responsive with a pleasing Conn sound. This trombone is also compatible with the rest of the S.E. What a great instrument to play! Another advocate of waiting. We do our best to ship your orders quickly and at the lowest cost. What's your playing level? It is a pleasure doing business with you! by havard Wed Dec 26, 2018 4:50 am, Post 2016 Video Comparison of Bach 12GLT vs. Shires 2GLW .500 Bore. I will in the next few months be traveling a ton for college auditions. With apologies to the bubble Im about to burstI agree with holding off, unless your current horn is falling apart. .. rare Bach 36 New York Trombone. Similarly, I stated that even a 10 year old top line instrument in bad condition is a bad investment. We ship used trombones worldwide, please contact us by phone or email for international shipping quotes, or any other questions you may have. B454-HB. by Specialk3700 Thu Apr 18, 2019 3:44 pm, Post I would play the Q for a year or two, and then get the fully custom horn when you know what you really want out of it. Shires 2RVE Vintage Elkhart Bell New Stock, Jerome Callet .500 Bore Hand Crafted Super Rare Mint, King 1485 Silversonic Symphony H.N. Maintaining your horn will not only make it last longer, but play better, as well. Those who have counseled waiting, or buying a quality used horn, are offering you wisdom, at a bargain price. Thank again. The Joseph Alessi Artist Model tenor trombone is the result of experimenting further than we ever have before. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Wayne Coniglio - former Ray Charles band member. If you're trying to win a job, get the horn that fits you the best, which could be anything. Shires 2RVE Vintage Elkhart Bell New Stock, Jerome Callet .500 Bore Hand Crafted Super Rare Mint. The valve components are tested thoroughly for accurate tolerances and perfect action at every stage of manufacture. It is very rare to find someone who provides the level of customer service that Doug provided to me. A revolutionary combination of materials and construction, this instrument embodies a perfect balance of color, efficiency, and resonance. Thanks again for letting me come to your home to play some horns and for sending me this great horn. (Bach 42B 1970's) It plays wonderfully and sounds great. S.E. Thank you for your knowledge, and willingness to share it. by norbie2018 Sat Jan 05, 2019 7:00 pm, Post The ease of playability and the sound that it produces. The Brass Exchange is your trusted resource where you can buy, sell & trade used trombones and other brass instruments. Carefully chosen appointments and features of this step-up instrument have been specifically tailored to fit the student who is ready to take his or her musicianship to the next level. If you're going to college, don't spend a ton, but get a horn that feels good. Getzen 725 or King 607? We also stock trombone cases from Marco Magi, Cronkhite, Torpedo, and other small accessories, mutes, stands, and lubricants. 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