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NEED CYMBALS!!!!

seriesdriver67 - Sun, 09/06/2009 - 22:48 | 5,156 views

Hey Everyone need your opinion on cymbals!!! i play rock/Metal and i am looking for some that can fit my low budget!!!! i am talking hi hats crashes rides china splashes etc!! THanks!!!

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- - D - - Says Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Saturday, Sep 19, 2009 - 8:25 PM

Try taking a look at the Zildjian Z3's. Its a new line that came out made for rock. http://zildjian.com/EN-US/home.ad2

ThatDrummerKid Says Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Friday, Sep 18, 2009 - 11:01 AM

haha shopping for cymbals is tricky. How much? How long you want them to last? Quality. All things to ask yourself when looking for the choice cymbals

Idrum4Jesus Says Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Saturday, Sep 12, 2009 - 2:54 PM

A suggestion not given: This is NOT THE way but "A" way. Go to www.sabian.com. Find a few endorsed drummers that play your style of music. Check out their set-up. You will actually see the brand, style and version of cymbals they actually use. Lets say they use 7 cymbals, and you can only afford a few. Concentrate on your ride, one crash, and H-H cymbals. Trust me, do not buy the cheaper versions. Get the best you can possibly afford. Taken care of, top quality cymbals can last 10 years +. I play softer music, and they should last me 15 to 20 years +.

rudimentaldrmr Says Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Friday, Sep 11, 2009 - 7:02 PM

How long have you been playing?

seriesdriver67 Says Re: Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Tuesday, Sep 15, 2009 - 12:50 AM

i have been playing for almost two years but i ready to go with something better then the b8s tht i already have i have two thin crashes a total china a b8 crach ride and 13 in hh they also b8

hitnrundrummer Says Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Wednesday, Sep 9, 2009 - 8:10 PM

Cymbals are such a personal choice thing,it's tough to recommend a certain model or line...hit up your local shop and do some side by side comparing...

- - D - - Says Re: Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Thursday, Sep 10, 2009 - 10:01 AM

thats it.. great advice.

seriesdriver67 Says Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Tuesday, Sep 8, 2009 - 11:16 AM

Thanks guys yeah i have checked out those places all have good prices but the next prob i have is wht brand and wht series would b best for my coast and genre?? i have b8 i want some tht r better than tht

hitnrundrummer Says Re: Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Wednesday, Sep 9, 2009 - 10:54 AM

Those Paiste Alphas look nice...

darkwyld Says Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Monday, Sep 7, 2009 - 8:52 PM

cant go wrong with b4's to start solid and dang near unbreakable.

keld Says Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Monday, Sep 7, 2009 - 12:04 PM

hey man, I'm in the same boat, just starting again after sitting idle for quite a while, still have my drums, but not all my cymbals, higher end are better, I agree, but if you need them quickly, try musiciansfriend website, having a sale, that's what I'm planning on doing, gonna try one of those cymbal packs, will do to get started, and can upgrade as I can afford it, g'luck, and keep rockin'

hitnrundrummer Says Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Monday, Sep 7, 2009 - 4:22 AM

Try eBay and your local Craigslist first.You may find some pro cymbals at a lower price than new low line models.For the style of music you play,low line cymbals may not last,and you'll spend more in the long run.You get what you pay for,so try to improve that low budget.I know thats easier said than done,but one positive effect of our wonderful economy is its a buyers market.Good luck...

inclineline606 Says Re: Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Monday, Sep 7, 2009 - 8:54 PM

Don't go to craigslist or ebay. If you buy from there, chances are the warranty won't work. It's better to spend an extra ten bucks or whatever and have to warranty when they crack.

ricky Says Re: Re: Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Tuesday, Sep 8, 2009 - 2:01 AM

true warranty won't work but if u r planning on keeping ur cymbals instead of breaking them then it won't matter. personally i have bought cymbals off of ebay and i'm so glad i did. but it is true if it is only ten dollars off might as well get it brand new with a warranty.

hitnrundrummer Says Re: Re: Re: Re: NEED CYMBALS!!!!

Submitted On: Tuesday, Sep 8, 2009 - 2:31 AM

I'm talkin' big discounts.i've seen used high end zildjain crashes on there for $75.I hit hard and use big sticks (zildjian rock series) and have had the same two zildjian rock crashes for 15+ years.If you have a mom and pop music store near you,try and support them...