Crash Problems

[Jacob2187]

I've had my kit for two weeks now and I love it (Pearl Export Series) but my crash cymbal already has dents in it. Obviously I am hitting it wrong so I am just asking how I am supposed to hit the cymbal w/ the stick.

[Banshee]

What cymbols do you have?

[crazyguy832]

Don't go THROUGH the cymbal.

Either "sweep" the cymbal or pull back immediately after hitting it (or perform the free stroke).

[Jacob2187]

Thanks crazyguy...They are Zildjians. I wanted Paistes but I didn't have enough money.

[mamcdonald]

See, you need to elaborate on that more than just Zildjian...cause if you're denting Z-Customs you need to stop playing drums and take up body building. ZBT's and paper thin splashes are another story.

[drummer172]

ZBT's?

[nonsense!]

Yeah wow, go easy on the cymbal man. Tap it. It'll make the noise you want. If you're a "heavy hitter" just tap it harder. Don't follow through like in tennis/hockey/golf.

[Banshee]

Well if they are zildjians they shouldnt be denting to easy.
Get control over your sticks, and dont hit to hard etc.

[Jacob2187]

Oh my bad...they are ZBTs

[derryk]

Get a TEACHER.

[Banshee]

I used to have ZBT's and i never dented mine.

[Jacob2187]

Believe me I would if I had the money...

[spirit]

There's a handy little picture guide thing on the Paiste website. Hang on a tick....

Check out Number 1, entitled "Correct Cymbal Usage". It may be on the Paiste site, but it holds true for all cymbals. Those Paiste fellows are kind.

http://www.paiste.com/faqs/

[Jacob2187]

Thanks a lot bro...That was just what I was looking for.

[spirit]

Thanks a lot bro...That was just what I was looking for.

You're welcome. No cymbal should suffer needlessly.

[DrOctagon]

keep the stick loose in your grip and tap