S.E. Shires SFG8VP Flugelhorn

The Vintage Paris flugelhorn is a tribute to the classic European flugelhorn tradition, inspired by the legendary vintage Besson Bravette associated with Doc Severinsen. Its lightweight yellow brass one-piece bell with a yellow seamed bell branch produces a sound that is open, free-blowing, and effortlessly responsive — capturing the ease and singing quality that defined that golden era of flugelhorn playing. All yellow brass slides contribute to a warm, cohesive resonance throughout, with superior intonation and a natural, blooming response that encourages the player to relax and let the music speak. Hand-lapped monel pistons in a three-piston cluster with nickel-silver outer tubes offer smooth, fast action, while the ergonomically designed third-slide trigger provides precise intonation control without interrupting the flow of a phrase. For players drawn to the vintage flugelhorn aesthetic — warm, open, and immediately expressive — the Vintage Paris is an instrument of rare character and historical depth.

• Key: B♭

• Bore: .437” inch

• 6" (152 mm), hand-hammered bell in light-weight yellow brass with traditionally brazed seam and soldered bead

• Yellow brass leadpipe with yellow brass receiver, large morse taper

• Three-piston cluster with yellow brass outer tubes

• Hand-lapped monel pistons, 3rd valve slide trigger

• S.E. Shires makers mark, model designation, and vintage floral pattern

• Clear lacquer finish

• Includes S.E. Shires case, Laskey mouthpiece, and Ultra-Pure maintenance kit