S.E. Shires, located in Massachusetts, pushes the boundaries of instrument craftsmanship by designing, manufacturing, and assembling each trombone with meticulous precision. This artisanal approach gives the trombones a sound quality of unmatched depth, offering musicians a rich and complex sound palette.

S.E. Shires' professional trumpets and trombones are specially designed to adapt to the diversity of the musical field. With a deep understanding of musicians' physical characteristics, playing styles, and ideals, S.E. Shires offers a wide selection of custom models to meet individual needs.

The TBMD trombone, developed in collaboration with virtuoso Michael Davis and the artisans at Shires, stands out for its unique design features. Considered by many professional musicians as the best small bore tenor trombone in the world, it is truly exceptional.

The lightweight silver-plated nickel-silver slide offers precise and smooth articulation. The yellow brass bell, measuring 7.5 inches (190.5 mm) in diameter, produces a clear and pure sound, with a powerful fundamental, while maintaining uniform color and harmonious structure across the entire dynamic range.

The combination of these exceptional features with the ease of play and renowned projection of Shires instruments makes the Michael Davis trombone an ideal choice for jazz and variety musicians. Its responsiveness and agility allow it to adapt to all musical contexts with ease.

The Michael Davis TBMD trombone is made in the USA with meticulous attention to detail. The T95MD slide features a 0.495 inches (12.57 mm) bore in lightweight nickel-silver, with a yellow brass crook.

The SY 1.5 tuning slide and MD 1.5 leadpipe, both in yellow brass, contribute to the instrument's exceptional sound quality.

The MD yellow brass bell, measuring 7.5 inches (190.5 mm) in diameter, is made of two hand-hammered pieces, with traditional soldering.

The artisanal Shires engraving features the Michael Davis motif, adding an elegant touch to the instrument.

The trombone comes with a protective case and a Shires mouthpiece, ensuring a complete experience for demanding musicians.