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.
Greg Black Mouthpieces are machined by hand, offering several designs and alterations. GB Mouthpieces are made in Mount Holly, NC.