It is very rare to find someone who provides the level of customer service that Doug provided to me. I have a long long time until a graduate. by whitbey Sun Jun 20, 2021 5:52 am, Post The communication was very fast between Doug and I and the descriptions were extremely accurate. thanks doug for giving me an honestly superior, Hello Doug, The check arrived today for my father in law's two trombones. I am a returning trombonist. The horn has arrived. Its that simple. The horn is beautiful and just what I wanted. Bass Trombones. Highly recommended! by norbie2018 Fri Jan 04, 2019 5:19 pm, Post Thanks for suggesting such a great horn. with a bach megatone 5G mouthpieces sounded like everything I've ever wanted in a horn. The Joseph Alessi Artist Model tenor trombone is the result of experimenting further than we ever have before. Customer service is top-notch. Shires Custom Series line. by Bach5G Fri Jan 04, 2019 4:16 pm, Post mainly for symphony, and solo`s (for college reasons only). Gebruikte trombones . Shires trombone displays incredible depth, complexity and charactergiving the player an unrivalled sonic palette with which to work.Because your physical characteristics and way of playing are as unique as your ideal sound, S.E. Wow!!!! .the slide action is simply out of this world, I salute you with affection and I thank you again for everything you have done for me , hi doug..faust here.well im finally getting to own the horna nice instrumentso much space in it not at all like the 2b . the 6h is just so freeing.such an easy horn to play douglovely. Those who have counseled waiting, or buying a quality used horn, are offering you wisdom, at a bargain price. Trombones at The Brass Exchange is our focus. With a two-piece, lightweight unsoldered bell and responsive yellow-brass handslide, this model represents an ideal realization of the heroic New York low brass sound. (262) 723-4221 (intl). Even in that case I would still buy a good used stock (Conn, Bach, Yamaha, another Q series) horn from a reputable dealer/forum member. B454-E. Bass Trombone with Independent Axial Flow Valves. by Bach5G Sun Dec 23, 2018 10:26 am, Post It feels a lot like my 88H in terms of weight and ergonomics and it plays great too. I have not had an equipment question which he could not answer. Post The unique S.E. Edwards Instrument Co. The slide is fantastic. by harrisonreed Sun Dec 23, 2018 10:07 am, Post Most of them have found their dream horn after having tried them along side numerous other choices. 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. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. I look forward to making some more purchases from the Brass Exchange. by JonTheCadet Sun Dec 23, 2018 9:35 am, Post "Doug is an excellent trombone player and musician who has acquired encyclopedic knowledge of brass instrument history, specifications and playing characteristics. Were ready to help you place an order, schedule an appointment, or just talk shop! .the slide action is simply out of this world, I salute you with affection and I thank you again for everything you have done for me , hi doug..faust here.well im finally getting to own the horna nice instrumentso much space in it not at all like the 2b . the 6h is just so freeing.such an easy horn to play douglovely. Hi Doug i received the bag yesterday (Cronkhite Red Leather)- better then imagined. We do our best to ship your orders quickly and at the lowest cost. When Edwards was just starting out, they were only making bell sections that could bolt up to a Bach slide. Getzen . Doug is a true professional in his approach to selling horns. I window shop his website regularly. There are two elements here. what to buy and when to buy. Thank again. The Edwards brand was launched nearly 30 years ago. .. rare Bach 36 New York Trombone. 328. by Getzen130. Why did you resurrect it? Shires 2RVE Vintage Elkhart Bell New Stock, Jerome Callet .500 Bore Hand Crafted Super Rare Mint. When I decided I was ready to resume playing, I realized how much I had forgotten. Please call or email for a custom shipping quote. I look forward to making some more purchases from the Brass Exchange. Doug vets each horn and honestly describes each one as he is himself an exceptional player. Bass Trombone with Independent Axial Flow Valves and Harmonic Bridge. November 1, 2011. 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. Trombones are the main event here at The Brass Exchange. . by TromboneConcerto Sun Dec 23, 2018 8:44 am, Post Personally, I like the Edwards better. But I don't think I'll be able to travel to the factory, I may eventually. Schedule a time with one of our experts to see which models and components will be best suited for your unique playing style. Nick Grinder, New YorkFreelancer, Recordoing Artist, "I'd recommend the Brass Exchange to anybody, anytime.". 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. All Edwards bass trombones can be configured to achieve an ideal sound in orchestral, wind band, jazz or commercial settings. I just want to know more about the two. If your Q series isn't compatible with other parts you may have damaged it (or it may have never been right in the first place). Over the last several years Doug Bert and the Brass Exchange have provided an indispensable service to my teaching studio. 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. can anyone tell me how to start a forum lol. Press J to jump to the feed. We stock S.E. Music Man Trombone - Martin Indiana. We will be using your shop again in the future for the trombone he is currently still, I received the 1950's HN White King 2B Liberty on time! by norbie2018 Fri Jan 04, 2019 6:16 pm, Post Thank you for your patronage and supporting The Brass Exchange! Give us a call or contact by email info@thebrass-exchange.com. However, The Brass Exchange is also an authorized dealer for S.E. It is greatly appreciated. It feels a lot like my 88H in terms of weight and ergonomics and it plays great too. Youll save a lot of money and get a horn that will work very well for most of what youre going to do. Add to this a unique talent for matching buyers and sellers and you understand the business model of The Brass Exchange. by havard Wed Dec 26, 2018 4:50 am, Post 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. Learn about our history and what makes our trombones the best. However, The Brass Exchange is also an authorized dealer for S.E. Shires announced a partnership with one of the great brass players and pedagogues of our time. 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. I have played several Shires horns and feel they are very nice too. I know which side my bread is buttered on, and rest assured I will seek your out for further trombone needs, Don Good. Shires are extremely well built horns, and they are modular, which means that you can basically create THE ultimate set-up that fits you best. 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. It is a smaller lighter bass for smaller works/chamber playing. As you understand, we are both very pleased with our purchases. by LeTromboniste Thu Apr 18, 2019 2:56 pm, Post Fully in agreement with all saying to hold off on getting a horn. by btone Mon Jun 21, 2021 5:52 pm, Post It is exactly as described. Anyway! Note to international Buyers: We do ship worldwide and are happy to assist you. I will continue to recommend Doug to my students, and anyone else, without reservation. For a graduation gift, I'm thinking about another horn. S.E. If you plan to go to New England Conservatory, most of your classmates will be playing Shires. It is not only visually stunning, but such a joy to play. Similarly, I stated that even a 10 year old top line instrument in bad condition is a bad investment. If there is a certain type of instrument you are looking for like Bach, Conn, King, Edwards, Shires, Greenhoe, Herb Bruce Custom, we can help you. ..whoever does your slide work is amazingthe previous guy that I went to is no where near the caliber of your shop! i really enjoy listening to it.. There are a few 200-400 years old trombones around in museum that are reportedly stellar instruments.". I window shop his website regularly. The Brass Exchange isyour trusted resource where you can buy, sell & trade used trombones and other brass instruments. From orchestral to big band to brass band, the B454-E can adapt to any performance situation. Hindsight for me is the Edwards people have been more wonderful then their horns. Shires trombones, new and pre-owned and are happy to custom fit you with the optimal instrument. Shane B. Iowa, It goes without saying that I am happy camper. I'll make sure to recommend your shop- Zach. What a great instrument to play! Start learning the art and science of how we do that. Thank you so much for spending the time to talk to me and make me feel comfortable with everything. Doug spent quite a bit of time with me discussing what my playing goals are, giving me great advice, and helping me pick out a vintage trombone that would suit my needs. Thank you for your awesome quartet CD! Bjrn O. Bergholtz Norway. If you're trying to win a job, get the horn that fits you the best, which could be anything. If you are looking for a horn, call Doug! Doug's drive to especially help younger players is fueled by his own children who them selves are amazing young artists. Schedule a time with one of our experts to see which models and components will be best suited for your unique playing style. Inspired by the classic New York and Mt. ( think my mic sounds better here lol) All things trombones! I received the trombone (Bach 42G) in good order. This trombone is also compatible with the rest of the S.E. S.E. Trombone icons created by Freepik - Flaticon. Shires Trombones and Schilke Greenhoe Trombones. Components that may work well in one combination or for one player or situation may be poorly suited to others. is the highly consistent quality of the products. The descriptions and pictures are spot on. AND the Q horn is audition winning quality as it is. One aspect of buying a horn from companies like Shires, Edwards, Rath, etc. I wasn't trying to out rule out the two brands, if that crosses anyones minds. I think the bell is pretty light weight which helps make it responsive with a pleasing Conn sound. Thank you for your knowledge, and willingness to share it. by harrisonreed Thu Apr 18, 2019 10:38 pm, Post The tolerances have to be really precise. When I reached out to Doug and talked to him, I knew I had found the right man for the job. I had a totally positive experience with Doug and I highly recommend "The Brass Exchange". You might find that getting everything aligned properly might make it substantially better. Shires 7YLW bell combines the quick response and color . I love my new horn and will definitely do more business in the future with The Brass-Exchange! If this is your first trombone with an F attachment, don't spend a ton. Im very happy with the purchase. Customers in other countries should visit our dealer page or call us at (800) 562-6838 to get the product pricing for your country. So did Mr. Greenhoe. My playing has changed, and the Edwards people have been very helpful as I change and improve. by FEWeathers Fri Jan 04, 2019 1:09 pm, Post We handle the entire buying or selling experience from the beginning to the end. . Great horn! I'm in love, looks so damn pretty and plays even better. We build trombones for our artists and their venues. I think Id be careful in recommending one. Thanks. Thanks, Doug, for caring about me as a musician and trombonist and for making this experience as straightforward and smooth as possible. i am really happy with it. Looking for the perfect instrument, but not sure where to start? The horn is beautiful and just what I wanted. And when you look at the MSRP for current Bach Stradivarius trombones, you will see prices over $5,000, which is in the same price range as Shires, Edwards and Rath. Shires fabricates its bells, tubing, and valve sections onsite in its Massachusetts factory to exacting standards. Doug vets each horn and honestly describes each one as he is himself an exceptional player. It is exactly as described. But I'll ask her about edwards when the time comes to order one. When I reached out to Doug and talked to him, I knew I had found the right man for the job. The Inventory of instruments that you see listed on this page are all in stock and available for immediate sale unless otherwise noted. He raved about the Edwards horns that were on display. or do you just want to start a new topic for discussion. As you understand, we are both very pleased with our purchases. by Matt K Sun Dec 23, 2018 9:22 am, Post 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. We can help optimize your ideal trombone set up and even will do custom fittings both virtually and in person. The descriptions and pictures are spot on. by tombone21 Fri Jun 11, 2021 9:58 am, Post Shires Trombones S.E. What a great instrument to play! 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. I really like the tone of her horn, but I feel most of that somes from the individual playing the horn. Wed Dec 28, 2022 5:06 pm. I have already played the horn for some hours. Jemmie Robertson and our trombone artists continue to amaze us with their talent and musicality. 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. 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. What did you lube it with? Players the world over have discovered that they are ideal for any orchestral or large ensemble setting. After asking it several times it's not worth it. ". 9", 10 or 10" bell flares are available in a variety of wall thicknesses and tempers with soldered or unsoldered rims. do you really want to start your own forum? The slide is perfect. I'm going to be going to Dillon Music this summer to get a new trombone, and looking at their website I was wondering if Shires trombones are worth the $4400 they cost. Welcome to our shop page. 10. To visit our shop in St. Louis, MO please telephone or email for an appointment. The Q30YA features a two-piece, hand-hammered yellow brass bell with our axial-flow valve, giving this trombone a clear, singing tone with a more open and broad tone quality. Skip to content. We hope that your experience here is positive. by Trav1s Mon Dec 24, 2018 2:09 pm, Post Great condition, very good slide, fantastic player. It's the best Thayer-type valve I've ever tried. Tenortrombone-beker . Bjrn O. Bergholtz Norway. And, my professor says his Edwards slide is the best he's ever played. Doing business with The Brass-Exchange was quick and easy! by TubaDavey Mon Dec 24, 2018 2:37 pm, Post I'll make sure to recommend your shop- Zach. Doing business with The Brass-Exchange was quick and easy! After nearly 30 years as an Edwards artist, Joseph Alessi, Principal Trombone of the New York Philharmonic, has developed a new trombone with the Shires team. This is a special instrument made by Edwards for bass trombonist Gerry Pagano. Trombone icons created by Freepik - Flaticon. What makes Doug stand apart from everyone else is his obvious personal integrity and the individual attention he gives to each and every customer. Shires B2SS Bass Sterling Silver Leadpipe. The Q30GA features a two-piece, hand-hammered yellow brass bell with our axial-flow valve, giving this trombone a clear, singing tone with a more open and broad tone quality. 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. I suspect that Edwards has better penetration in the Midwest. Wonderfully responsive and resonant, they also excel in solo and chamber music performance. That can happen over time. Super hip. "Trombones cant hit pedal C" Well, here I am. I've never played on a shires nor a edwards. The Joseph Alessi Artist Model tenor trombone is the result of experimenting further than we ever have before. We also accept trades and are happy to help you. You never explained why you'd be careful recommending one. The Ralph Sauer Artist Trombone features a detachable-flare bell that enhances projection and allows use of a flat case that fits easily into overhead compartments on smaller aircraft. Features a 9" red brass bell, rotax rotary valve with gold brass open wrap, V slide .562" with gold brass outers and yellow crook. Shires Bass Single Axial Valve Section Mint, Mount Vernon Bach 36BG Vintage Early 60's, S.E. Shires Custom Series line. I think all they did was put different parts on it. i really enjoy listening to it.. Thanks again for all of your help and I really enjoyed just talking with you. by Burgerbob Mon Jun 21, 2021 9:55 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Style by Arty - phpBB 3.3 by MrGaby I was hesitant and struggled to decide who to reach out for to help me sell several trombones and gig bags. White, Conn 88HSO Sterling Silver New Old Stock, King 2B H.N. But that horn was used, and it was not in the best of shape. Thanks. by Specialk3700 Thu Apr 18, 2019 3:44 pm, Post Vernon bells, this one-piece bell is constructed with the broader TII taper and features a large, rich, warm sound. It is not only visually stunning, but such a joy to play. by Bach5G Sat Jan 05, 2019 5:13 pm, Post I am very very happy Doug. With a striking one-of-a-kind design, our David Rejano Artist Model was crafted from an idea into a horn of the utmost beauty, elegance, and power. 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. I absolutly LOVE the Lt12G I bought from you. With apologies to the bubble Im about to burstI agree with holding off, unless your current horn is falling apart. Well packed. Shires Co. tenor trombones are what cemented our reputation as one of the leading brass instrument designers. by LeTromboniste Fri Jan 04, 2019 6:06 pm, Post . I am very glad that I did! I don't know where you live, but Shires has dealers in various places where you can try the various combos of parts. Thank you so much. Getzen 725 or King 607? Shane B. Iowa, It goes without saying that I am happy camper. 15. Thank you very much for the good service and for the excellent CD. Just got back with my killer Conn 62HI. Im very excited about the Alessi Q Series which weve tested. We will be using your shop again in the future for the trombone he is currently still, I received the 1950's HN White King 2B Liberty on time! Nelson Hinds, Denver Area Freelancer, Arranger, Composer. A revolutionary combination of materials and construction, this instrument embodies a perfect balance of color, efficiency, and resonance. For anyone looking to buy or sell a horn, Doug at The Brass Exchange should be your first stop. No horn will improve things for you more than progressive practice over the next 6-10 years. Quick links. Schedule Now Contact Sign Up Careers Media Gallery Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions 260 Hopping Brook Road, Holliston, MA, 01746, United States 508-634-6805 info@seshires.com I lost touch with him afterwards. by Schlitz Mon Dec 24, 2018 4:39 pm, Post I'm looking at a several different companies that I can customize the horn, such as edwards and shires. by harrisonreed Thu Apr 18, 2019 12:36 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited, Style by Arty - phpBB 3.3 by MrGaby Its very hard to say. S.E. I just unwrapped my new (old) Bach 36G LT from Doug at the Brass Exchange. There is no better resource for a trombone, whether new or lovingly used. Great horn! 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'm not necessarily planning on buying one, I'm most likely just going to try out their used horns and get one I really like, I was just curious. I just wanted to thank you so much for the King 2B!! Customer service is top-notch. Thanks so much for my new lifetime Elkhart 8H. Its a very good one, as you told me. Trombone Support Bar - S Brace for Bach/Shires etc. Just got back with my killer Conn 62HI. Thanks, Doug, for caring about me as a musician and trombonist and for making this experience as straightforward and smooth as possible. We looked long and hard for a vintage horn and you understated how great it is, Bach 12, absolutely love it, customer for Life. The ease of playability and the sound that it produces. All of the used trombones and trumpets for sale on our website are here and in-stock, unless it has a sold label on the web page. Edwards vs Shires. We can help you upgrade or to simply add another great instrument to your line-up. When I got my Rath, they gave me $2,100 for my 20 year old Edwards, which was $600 more than I paid for it. It`s been 2 weeks of heavy playing and I haven`t had to touch it yet!!! However, we have not tested it on the Shires TruBore instruments. 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. Another advocate of waiting. Thanks so much for my new lifetime Elkhart 8H. Doug, love the horn, and LOVE the case. Start learning the art and science of how we do that.
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