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What is the best size crash cymbal?
between 14″ and 16″
The best cymbal size is somewhere between 14″ and 16″. The larger the diameter, the greater the projection of sound. Pay attention to the “bell” or the curved area in the center of your cymbals too – a larger bell will have more projection and be louder.
Are crash and ride cymbals the same?
Ride cymbals will not be very loud when struck (comparitively), but will have overtones that last for much longer than crash cymbals. Crash cymbals, for the most part, are meant to accent the beat – be loud when hit, then fade quickly.
What is the difference between a crash and china cymbal?
In western music, China-type cymbals are a distinct type of crash cymbals designed to produce a bright, crisp, and explosive tone. It is for this reason that they have been nicknamed “trash cymbals”. The name “China cymbal” comes from their shape, which is similar to the Chinese Bo.
How do you make a crash cymbal sound better?
Try to hit through your cymbal rather than down on it to gain more resonance and an elongated tone. Where you hit the cymbal such as the bow or bell, also if you hit the cymbal with the tip or shank of your stick will make the resulting sound night and day. The angle of attack is always key.
Does cleaning cymbals improve sound?
Before you actually start cleaning, you should consider how you like your cymbals to sound – because yes, cleaning a cymbal can have an effect on it. A cymbal that’s either brand new or has been cleaned is going to sound brighter than one that’s seen a lot of use (and hasn’t been cleaned regularly).
Why does my crash cymbal sound like a gong?
The cymbal crashes with a bwah sound; in my mind suggesting a low sound. Can be a pleasing quality, or it can be a flaw. Suggests an unusual Chinese cymbal or gong like sound or pitch bend. Suggests a cymbal that is very responsive to crashing, possibly with a high sound.
Can you make cheap cymbals sound better?
Inexpensive, Poorly Made Cymbals Will Never Sound Great As such, your inexpensive ‘sheet cymbals’ are essentially throwaways and not really worth investing your time in making them sound better.
What is a good crash cymbal?
You can’t go wrong with Zildjian K cymbals and the K Custom 18” Dark crash is one of the best crash cymbals around. For more about the Zildjian K Dark Crash, check out customer reviews.