The Colin Williams Artist Model tenor trombone has developed over the course of the artist's long relationship with S.E. Shires instruments. The two-piece, lightweight yellow-brass bell responds easily and produces a broad sound. The harmonic content of the sound warms up evenly at strong dynamic levels without becoming edgy. These characteristics are reinforced by the efficient and responsive yellow-brass handslide with wide crook. The 2SS leadpipe played by Mr. Williams further clarifies the sound's harmonic profile, while the gold-brass tuning slide brings added warmth. The Colin Williams model represents an ideal realization of the heroic New York low brass sound.

"I love this instrument, I know that I can rely on my Shires for everything I need to do. It has let me take risks and find my voice, and I’ve never been happier playing!"

—Colin Williams, Trombone, New York Philharmonic

Features

This particular trombone features the TW47 handslide with a Yellow Brass crook, aka the TW47YC model. This provides a slightly warmer and fuller sound, a special upgrade over the standard nickel crook. It also includes Colin William's preferred 2SS leadpipe, versus three standard brass leadpipes. A new horn with upgrades, at the standard Colin Williams price!

Specifications

• CW Bell: 8.5 two-piece, hand-hammered “TI” taper in lightweight yellow brass with traditionally brazed seams and unsoldered bead, thinned toward the edge of the flare

• S.E. Shires rotary F valve

• TG tuning slide: gold brass, drawn tubing

• TW47YC Handslide: .547-inch, standard-weight yellow brass; yellow brass wide crook

• 2SS sterling silver lead pipe

• Bell Engraving: S.E. Shires Colin Williams Model custom engraving

• Includes S.E. Shires tenor trombone case, mouthpiece, and care kit

Warranty

Your investment is protected with the Houghton Horns new Instrument Warranty. Enjoy two years of coverage for defects in material and workmanship. Keep your instrument in perfect condition.

What Makes Houghton Horns Special

Houghton Horns is special because of its deep commitment to quality, expertise, and personalized service. As a family-owned business with a passion for brass instruments, Houghton Horns offers a carefully curated selection of premium instruments and accessories. Their team of skilled technicians provides top-tier repair and customization services, ensuring each instrument performs at its best. Houghton Horns is also known for its educational resources and support, helping musicians of all levels find the perfect instrument and develop their skills. With a reputation for excellence and a genuine love for music, Houghton Horns stands out as a trusted partner for brass players worldwide.

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Comparable Horns

S.E. Shires Joseph Alessi Artist Model Tenor Trombone

S.E. Shires Vintage Elkhart Tenor Trombone

S.E. Shires Q30GR Q Series Tenor Trombone, Rotary Valve

WARNING: Brass instruments and their accessories can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm, and Nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to:

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