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Zultan 15" Q Crash
Crash Cymbal
"Q" Series, Dark and ââdeep, full sounding crash cymbal with incredible dynamic range, The outer 2" ring of the top cymbal is hammered...
Zultan 21" Caz Crash
High-quality cymbal set, Made of high-quality B20 bronze, Suitable for virtually any style of music, 20" Ride cymbal, Includes a travel bag
Istanbul Agop Clap Stack
Cymbal Stack
3-Piece stack - 11" + 13" + 15", Acoustic reproduction of an 8-bit hand-clap
Istanbul Agop 22" Xist Crash Brilliant
Crash Cymbal
Xist series, Brilliant finish, Clear, fine-structured, quick attack, Clean decay
Istanbul Mehmet 24" Jazz Ride Siz. Turk Series
24" Jazz Ride Cymbals with Rivets
Turk Jazz Rides are lighter and have a lower bell for dark, washed-out sound, The Turk cymbals are characterised by an untreated surface, which...
Istanbul Mehmet 19" Legend Dark Ride Sizzle
19" Ride Cymbal with Rivets
Natural finish, Specially designed for jazz, this Ride cymbal has full and warm sound
Istanbul Agop 17" Xist Dry Dark Hi-Hat
High-quality cymbal set, Made of high-quality B20 bronze, Suitable for virtually any style of music, 20" Ride cymbal, Includes a travel bag
Zildjian 12" FX Spiral Stacker
Spiral Stacker Effects Cymbal
For stacking on any cymbal (same size or larger), Fast response and short sustain, Visual effect (like a spring) when played, Enables new,...
Istanbul Agop 10" Xist Dry Dark Hi-Hat
High-quality cymbal set, Made of high-quality B20 bronze, Suitable for virtually any style of music, 20" Ride cymbal, Includes a travel bag
Masterwork 06" Custom Splash
6" SplashA considerable frequency range and a warm basic character with sensitive dynamic characteristics are the essential features of the Custom series.
Masterwork Custom series, Traditional surface, Completely handmade according to old Turkish tradition, B-20 alloy
Zultan 20" Rock Beat China
China Cymbal
China cymbal with clear, powerful trebles and short, quick response, Slowly decay, Made of B-20 bronze, Sparkling tones across the entire sound...
Paiste 10" PSTX Swiss Hats
Hi-Hat Cymbals
PSTX Series, Silk matte finish, Combination of two different materials, bronze and brass, for a dry, assertive sound
Millenium Still Series Cymbal Set reg.
Cymbal Set
Still series, Up to 80% quieter cymbal set compared to a standard cymbal set, Ideal as a low volume practice set for drummers who want to have an...
Zultan 16" Aja Crash
Crash Cymbal
16", Sounds loud and full-bodied, The sustain behaviour of the cymbal is balanced and harmonic
Paiste PST7 14" Hi-Hat
Hi-Hat Cymbals
PST7 series, Traditional sound and look, Dynamic hi-hat for any style and with an always well defined "chick" sound, Made in Switzerland
Paiste PST3 14" Hi-Hat
14" Hi-Hat
Paiste Sound Technology 3 Series, Medium bright, clear, full sounding hi-hat cymbals, With versatile application possibilities, Balanced, even...
Paiste 2002 Classic 18" Crash
Paiste 2002 Classic Series
18" Crash, Bright, warm, full sound, Defined sound, Even sustain, Versatile crash cymbal, The definitive Classic Crash sound
Paiste 18" 101 Crash / Ride
18" Crash/Ride Cymbal
Paiste 101 Series, Material Brass, Extremely well balanced crash cymbal, Versatile crash with quick response, a full crash sound and soft, mellow...
Paiste PST3 20" Ride
20" Ride Cymbal
Paiste Sound Technology 3 Series, Warm, full, clear sounding Ride cymbal, Medium frequency range, Clear tone, Soft and uniform feel, Sizzling ping...
Zildjian 22" K Constantinople Med. Ride
Medium Ride Cymbal
"K Constantinople" series, Regular model, Very good, emphasised and defined stick sound with excellent articulation, Dry with a pleasant degree of...
Paiste PST3 18" Crash / Ride
18" Crash/Ride Cymbal
Paiste Sound Technology Series, Energetic, highly focussed sounding crash/ride cymbal, Balanced, even feel, Versatile applications with fast,...
Paiste 2002 Classic 20" Crash
Crash Cymbal
Paiste 2002 classic series, Bright, warm, full, radiant crash sound, Defined sound, Even sustain, Versatile crash cymbal, The definitive classic...
Paiste 2002 Classic 15" Sound Edge HH
15 "Hi-HatA classic. The unique "ribbed" bottom prevents air intake, creating a sharp "chick" and a splashy-open sound. Very clear projection.
Paiste 2002 series, For live and studio applications, Made of a special CuSn8 alloy, Medium bright, full, brilliant hi-hat, Extremely responsive...
Zultan 18" Rock Beat China
China
Rock Beat Series, China cymbal with short and fast response and clear, powerful trebles, Long sustain, Sparkling tones across the entire sound...
Cympad Moderator Box Set
Cymbal Damper
2 pieces per size (2 x 50, 60, 70, 80, 90mm), Replaces the conventional cymbal felt, Reduces the volume of the cymbals by up to 25% and improves...
Paiste PST7 17" Crash
Crash Cymbal
PST7 Series, Traditional sound and look, Suitable for all styles, Made in Switzerland
Zildjian 19" A-Custom Crash
Crash
A Custom series, Brillant finish, Natural, bright, Not too thick - not too loud, Fast attack, Warm, round, soft release
Zultan 21" Caz Ride Sizzle
Sizzle Ride Cymbal
Hand hammered, Full sounding bell, Ride cymbal with a unique blend of wide fundamental tone and shimmering harmonic overtones, With excellent stick...
Paiste PST7 14" China
China Cymbal
PST7 series, Traditional sound and look, Powerful China for explosive accentuation, Can be used in many styles, Made in Switzerland
Paiste 12" PSTX Cajon Hats
Cajon Hi-Hat Cymbal
PSTX series, Defined stick stop, Bright, dry sound, Clear chick, Easy to play with hands, rods, brooms or light sticks, Also usable as X-Hat
Zildjian 16" Oriental China Trash
16" Oriental China Trash
Oriental series, Brilliant finish, Authentic "trashy" china sound, Very fast response, explosive, with a short decay time
Zultan 08" F5 Big Bell
Effects Cymbal
Big Bell, F5 Series, The sound is extremely clear and long lasting, Ideal for effects and rhythmic atmosphere, 100% Handmade, made from B-20 bronze
Zildjian 24" A-Series Medium Ride
Ride Cymbal
Regular finish, The Zildjian ride cymbal with the probably deepest fundamental tone, Ideal as a second ride cymbal
Zildjian 10" FX Stacks
Stack
Upper cymbal made of the same material as the Zildjian Low Volume cymbal, Lower cymbal made of rolled steel, Can also be used as a hi-hat, Includes...
Zildjian 10" ZBT Splash
10" Splash
ZBT series, Brilliant finish, Wide, fast response and assertive strong splash, The ideal first splash
Istanbul Agop 19" Xist Dry Dark Ride
High-quality cymbal set, Made of high-quality B20 bronze, Suitable for virtually any style of music, 20" Ride cymbal, Includes a travel bag
Sabian 15" B8X Thin Crash
Thin Crash
B8X Series, Natural finish, Hammered bell, Stronger hammering, Warm and complex sound, Further development of the Sabian B8 Series
Paiste 2002 Classic 22" Crash
Crash Cymbal
2002 Classic series, Bright, warm, full, radiant crash sound, Defined sound, Even sustain, Versatile crash cymbal, The definitive classic crash sound
Zultan 16" Dune Hi-Hat
Hi-hat cymbal
Dune series, Hand-hammered, Premium hi-hat cymbals in traditional Turkish production style, Made of B20 bronze, Dry, fast fading, thrashy sound,...
Zildjian 06" A-Custom Splash
Splash
A Custom, Brillant finish, Fast, versatile, short splash sound, Suitable for all styles of music
Paiste 2002 Classic 14" Sound Edge HH
14" Hi-Hat
Paiste 2002 Series, Designed for live and studio applications, Made of a special CuSn8 alloy, Medium bright, full, brilliant hi-hat, Extremely...
Millenium 16" B20 Crash
Crash Cymbal
Crash cymbal with a clear and explosive response and well-rounded sustain
Zultan 18" Q Crash
Crash Cymbal
Q Series, Made of B20 bronze, Dark and ââdeep, full sounding crash cymbal with incredible dynamic range, The outer 2" ring of the upper...
Gibraltar SC-19A Long Sleeve 8mm
Cymbal Sleeve
Flanged base (8mm) for extended length cymbal tilters., Plastic, 4 pack
Zultan 22" Ride Dark Matter
Ride Cymbal
Dark Matter Line, 100% Hand-hammered, Dark, warm sound character with a large dynamic range and "crash"-reserves, Fine overtone structure,...
Zildjian 20" Planet Z Ride
Ride Cymbal
Planet Z Series, Regular finish, The entry into the world of Zildjian, Made in USA
Zildjian 17" K-Custom Dark Crash
Dark Crash
K Custom series, Regular finish, Unique crash with dry, trashy overtones, Fast attack with short sustain
Zildjian 20" K Constantinople Low Ride
20" Medium Thin Low Ride
K Constantinople series, Regular version, Combines outstanding attack with full, broad basic tone and excellent stick attack, Low ride
Zildjian 20" K Sweet Crash
Crash cymbal
K series, Dark and fast responding cymbal, "Random hammering", Warm and round sound
Zildjian 18" Oriental China Trash
Oriental China Trash
Oriental series, Brilliant finish, Authentic "trashy" china sound, Very fast response, Explosive, with a short decay time
Zultan 14" Q Crash
Crash
"Q" Series, Dark and deep, full sounding crash cymbal with incredible dynamic range, The outer 2" ring of the top cymbal is hammered extremely...
Zildjian 21" K Sweet Ride
Ride Cymbal
K Series, A dark and fast responding cymbal, Features random hammering, Produces a warm and round sound
Zildjian 14" ZBT Crash
14" Crash
ZBT series, "Brilliant" version, Wide crash sound, Quick response, A perfect first crash cymbal
Paiste 2002 Classic 19" Crash
Paiste 2002 Classic Series
19" Crash, Bright, warm, full, radiant crash sound, Defined sound, Even sustain, Versatile crash cymbal, The definitive classic crash sound
Zildjian 10" A-Custom Splash
Splash
Brilliant finish, Fast attack, Round, short sustain, Very musical
Millenium 13" Still Series Hi-Hat reg.
Hi-Hat Cymbal
Still series, Up to 80% quieter compared to a standard pelvis, Ideal as a low volume practice tank for drummers who want to have an authentic feel,...
Zildjian 12" A-Custom Splash
Splash
A-Custom series, Brillant finish, Fast attack, Round, short sustain, Very musically
Zultan 12"/14" Rocket Staxx
Cymbal Stacks
Trashy, short-decaying stack of B20 bronze alloy, Set of 12" Crash and 14" China cymbals, Perfect addition to the existing cymbal setup, As an...
Paiste 2002 Classic 17" Sound Edge HH
Sound Edge HiHat
2002 Classic series, Medium bright, full, brilliant hihat, Extreme accomodating sound, Energetic when hihat opened, Sharp, full 'chick' sound, The...
Sabian 18" B8X Crash Ride
Crash/Ride Cymbal
B8X Series, Natural finish, Hammered bell, Stronger hammering, Warm and complex sound, Further development of the Sabian B8 Series
Zultan 8" Raw Mini Hi-Hat
High-quality cymbal set, Made of high-quality B20 bronze, Suitable for virtually any style of music, 20" Ride cymbal, Includes a travel bag
Paiste 12" PSTX DJs 45 Hats
Hi-Hat Cymbal
PSTX series, Inspired by Daru Jones, Defined, very dry stick sound, Crisper "Chick" Sound, Can also be used very well as a second Hi-Hat
Zildjian 20" A-Custom China
20" China Cymbal
A-Custom brilliant finish, Fast, explosive tone with quick response and clean sustain, Clear China sound with characteristic A-Custom sound and...
Sabian 22" HHX Complex Thin Crash
High-quality cymbal set, Made of high-quality B20 bronze, Suitable for virtually any style of music, 20" Ride cymbal, Includes a travel bag
Zildjian 20" Oriental China Trash
Oriental China Trash Cymbals
Oriental series, Brilliant finish, Authentic "trashy" China sound, Very quick response, explosive with short decay
Sabian 06" AAX Splash
Splash
AAX Series, Brillant finish, Transparent sound, Extreme fast, Very bright response, Solid tone, Very assertive splash
Paiste 19" Giant Beat Multi Ride
Ride Cymbals
Giant Beat Series, Made of CuSn8 bronze, also called bronze in 2002, For soft to loud playing situations - live and for studio recordings, Bright...
Millenium Still Series Cymbal Set
Low Volume Cymbal Set
Still Series, Up to 80% quieter compared to a standard cymbal set, Ideal as a practice cymbal set for drummers who want an authentic response,...
Zultan Rock Beat Profi Cymbalset
Cymbal Set
High-quality cymbal set, Made of high-quality B20 bronze, Suitable for virtually any style of music, 20" Ride cymbal, Includes a travel bag
Paiste PST3 16" Crash
Crash Cymbal
Paiste Sound Technology Series, Full-bodied, focussed and piercing crash, Average frequency range, Clear sound pattern, balanced touch with...
A Versatile And Hypnotic Rhythm Accessory
Cymbals are played mostly in the orchestra to create a wide range of loud, crashing sound effects. The word cymbal is derived from the Greek word 'kymbos', meaning "vessel" or "bowl".
As with most instruments, cymbals come in different sizes, from tiny finger sized with a gentle ding to garbage tin-cover sized with booming crash for orchestras.
Coming from the percussion family, cymbals are perhaps the only untuned musical instruments that are played by being struck, scraped or shaken together.
So How Many Different Cymbals Could There Be?
Cymbals are an essential element of a drum set normally using both high-hat and single. These can be hit with drum sticks or brushes, depending on the degree of sound required.
A heavier cymbal with hit with sticks may be perfect for a rock drummer where a jazz band or combo may prefer a thinner lighter one and brushes.
Some of the prominent categories of cymbals are:
- Finger Cymbals - diminutive and non-pitched to play with the fingers
- Ride Cymbals - on a pedestal to keep a rhythmic pulse of the composition
- Suspended Cymbals - sized between 16 to 22 inches suspended upon a stand to provide percussive stresses in a composition
- Crash Cymbals - larger to provide loud dramatic crashes during the high points in the composition
- Hi-Hat Cymbals - mounted horizontally on a pedestal
- Sizzle Cymbals - sized from 6 to 22 inches fitted on a pedestal stand at an angle
I bet you never knew there was so much to know about the simple cymbal.
Useful Tips On Playing The Cymbal
A cymbal is an ancient musical instrument and finds its place in nearly all kinds of music. It draws its name from the Greek word 'kymbos' which means 'vessel' or 'bowl', suggesting a link with bronze drinking vessels used in old times. Percussionists also call it a 'plate'.
There are many manufacturers of cymbals with some of the leading ones being Sabian, Zildjian and Paiste.
Before playing remove any padding or protective cover from the instrument. These reduce the effect of the sound.
Hold the instrument in your weaker hand. Place each finger under the strap close to the percussion instrument. Hold it at an angle of 45 degrees and position the other instrument away from the first, at a more vertical angle. You can now try to create different sound effects such as sizzle, crashing and roll.
There are many ways of playing this percussion instrument and therefore the sound that results from it is unique each time. It allows greater imagination and creativity of the performer. Thus when composing, the general sounds of the instrument need to be kept in mind. Then select the correct sounds, which would be proper to the particular emotion or structure of the music.
When playing in an orchestra you must keep the following points in mind. First, ensure that your part fits with the music, therefore, prepare for your performance through proper research and analysis, select the right instruments, think about what you plan to play and practice. Second, when playing, listen to the music, feel it and then express it. You will then be a part of the orchestra.