well, if u want to keep in zildjian then i'd definatly say oriental trash, but if u decide to stop being a brand whore then go Sabian AAXplosion

Actually...you know, this question has itched at me for a little while..

Why are they called china [B]boys[/B]?

because it's a from china? O.O or it's like a smaller version of a chinese gong, bing chinas sound "gongy"

to me, the oriental china sounds too trashy... and so does the a custom... but hey, that's just me.



anyways, I saved up about 240 USD and I'm looking to replace my 14" ZXT crash. I want a crash that is a bit dark, but not that light sounding. I'm going along the lines of sabian, zildjian, and paiste cause that's what my local GC carries. In zildjian, I'm looking at a 17" or higher A custom projection crash. In sabian, I'm looking at a paragon crash. I haven't looked much at paiste, so I can't say anything there. Those two cymbals are just what matched my taste, but if you have any more suggestions, throw em at me. Oh, I'm also looking for a good sounding splash. I played an a zildjian 10" splash. It sounded wonderful.


P.S. I play alternative rock and jazz.

Might want to look into an HHX stage crash. those are awesome.

first of all, i have a 16" sabian XS20 medium thin crash, i was wondering what peoples opinions on that were. also, i want a durable ride for all types of rock, i like zildjian but i could handle other companies.

[QUOTE=kingofthedrums22]first of all, i have a 16" sabian XS20 medium thin crash, i was wondering what peoples opinions on that were. also, i want a durable ride for all types of rock, i like zildjian but i could handle other companies.[/QUOTE]

i dont really like anything from the xs20 line. I like the b8 pros better. Im sure its good though, nothing wrong with that crash. As far as rides go, look into a Sabian A rock ride, good for rock and other music too.

I didnt want to start a whole thread on this so i decided to put this in here seeing how it is the cymbal thread. Ive narrowed my ride choices down to 4 different rides. Its gonna be tough. THey are all sabian because sabian is way cheaper here than zildjians. Zildjians here are stupid expensive. Ride List:

HHX groove ride
HH Rock ride
HH Heavy Ride
AA Rock ride

i want to buy some cymbals, what shpuld i buy. name and kind?:confused:

*Bump*

um... why the hell do you bump a sticky?! and you bumped 1 minute after you posted. =/



anyways, the next time i go to GC, i shall try to use my ear to get the best crash. any more suggestions? also, any more suggestions to buying a splash?

[QUOTE=chewaz]because it's a from china? O.O or it's like a smaller version of a chinese gong, bing chinas sound "gongy"[/QUOTE]

Yeah...I was asking about the "boys" part. I've heard people say stuff about their "china boys" and I never understood what they ment.


PS. Anyone know where I can order Stagg cymbals online?

[QUOTE=forgottenDRUMMER]I didnt want to start a whole thread on this so i decided to put this in here seeing how it is the cymbal thread. Ive narrowed my ride choices down to 4 different rides. Its gonna be tough. THey are all sabian because sabian is way cheaper here than zildjians. Zildjians here are stupid expensive. Ride List:

HHX groove ride
HH Rock ride
HH Heavy Ride
AA Rock ride[/QUOTE]
I have the HH Rock Ride 20". I like it alot. Very clear sticking, and the bell is beautiful.

[QUOTE=forgottenDRUMMER]I didnt want to start a whole thread on this so i decided to put this in here seeing how it is the cymbal thread. Ive narrowed my ride choices down to 4 different rides. Its gonna be tough. THey are all sabian because sabian is way cheaper here than zildjians. Zildjians here are stupid expensive. Ride List:

HHX groove ride
HH Rock ride
HH Heavy Ride
AA Rock ride[/QUOTE]

I just tried the 21" AA Rock ride trad, and I love it, Rock crashes, rides and hats sound better in traditional finish!! well almost all cymbals, i really want to try out the 22" HH heavy ride, do you have specs on the sound?

[QUOTE=ComicalMischief]Actually...you know, this question has itched at me for a little while..

Why are they called china [B]boys[/B]?[/QUOTE]

They took the "boy" part out of the names.

Hey guys, I am looking for the equvilent(sp?) of Zildjian Mastersounds in Sabian. I like the sound of the Mastersounds, but i can't really afford them, and i know that Sabian is generally a little cheaper. I was looking at the AAX stage hats. Any Avise??

[QUOTE=Dookie56]Hey guys, I am looking for the equvilent(sp?) of Zildjian Mastersounds in Sabian. I like the sound of the Mastersounds, but i can't really afford them, and i know that Sabian is generally a little cheaper. I was looking at the AAX stage hats. Any Avise??[/QUOTE]
Try HHX Groove Hats. They're amazing. I'm not sure about the price though. If you want that quality, you might have to dish out a little more for it.

AAXcellerator hats

Do you guys think Stagg DH's are better than the price you pay for them?

Yes.

GUYS!!!

Somebody's got to get ontop of these posts! Many people are going unanswered here. I put my time in two years ago when I was more active. Right now there's noone, we must pass the cymbal knowledge torch.

Okay i whod lika a metal/rock sound ?

[QUOTE=Heimir-iceland]Okay i whod lika a metal/rock sound ?[/QUOTE]

in what cymbal(s)? hats?crash?ride?china?splash? what? budget would help too

Man...You can use every cymbal you want....it's just a matter of the sound _you_ like...there is no "this cymbal is for that music".

Listen to cymbals and if you like them, buy them.

hey im looking to upgrade my cymbals i have shoddy paiste 101 zlidjian zxt and solars :mad: i was wonderin if i should get a sabian xs20 cymbal pack?? or just casually build them up ?? is there anything alot better than there price as im on quite a tight budget:rolleyes: cheers in advance guys

Go for pro-line. Dont go lower than AA

[QUOTE=Bullet for My Valentine]hey im looking to upgrade my cymbals i have shoddy paiste 101 zlidjian zxt and solars :mad: i was wonderin if i should get a sabian xs20 cymbal pack?? or just casually build them up ?? is there anything alot better than there price as im on quite a tight budget:rolleyes: cheers in advance guys[/QUOTE]

instead of getting a whole pack jsut get some pro hihats and a crash or ride.

yeh i fort i would be better to upgrade gradually.. im looking into the aax and the others in the same price range.. thanks

hey, the wuhans on mf, are those the s traditional splashes?

it just says "wuhan splash" or something like that...

I'd assume it was traditional

i was looking at the AAX 10in splash...What do u guys think about it?

Well im planning on getting a new ride, the stock i have is in pretty bad shape. I was thinking of a, i think, its a 20' Zildjian dark ride.

So if any of you has it can you tell how is it? Sounds?

You guys all need to go hear the soundclips on the company websites first and compare and then ask anything that you cant get there.

I heard the AAX 10in splash in person, i want to know how versitle it is.

[QUOTE=ludvista29]I heard the AAX 10in splash in person, i want to know how versitle it is.[/QUOTE]

AA splashes are more versatile.

how much is a 10in of an AA?

[QUOTE=ludvista29]I heard the AAX 10in splash in person, i want to know how versitle it is.[/QUOTE]

mmm,nah, AAX splashes (8" specially) arent as loud and as versatile as an AA, AA's are the only way to go, i'ma a AA bitch, AA for the world, AA for president, it sucks that there is no AA-xcelerator or HH-xcelerator :(:( me sad

If you want a great effects cymbal go for the 13inch b8pro thin crashes. those things are awesome.

haha, it just sounds funny calling a crash an effects cymbal, but thats basically what it would be

Hey, does anyone know what Zildjians 14" mastersound hats sound like? and if there is anywhere that sells cheapest in UK? And also 21" Sweet Ride (Brilliant)? Thanks in advance