Thin Archives - Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store | Buy Online https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/cymbal-weight/thin/ Drum Depot is Wales' LARGEST Drum store with over 4000 sq ft of drum gear stocking brands from Brady to Zildjian. Offering tuition & expert advice. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:00:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Paiste Signature Traditional 17″ Thin Crash – PTRDTCR17 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-crashes/paiste-signature-traditional-17-thin-crash-ptrdtcr17/ Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:28:24 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=118028 Forged from a proprietary bronze developed specifically for cymbals, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to uncompromising sound concepts, Signature Cymbals are instruments of unsurpassed quality for the discerning drummer’s quest for personal creativity and musical excellence. Sound Character Dark, transparent, warm. Loose frequency range, very complex […]

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]]> Forged from a proprietary bronze developed specifically for cymbals, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to uncompromising sound concepts, Signature Cymbals are instruments of unsurpassed quality for the discerning drummer’s quest for personal creativity and musical excellence.

Sound Character

Dark, transparent, warm. Loose frequency range, very complex mix. Very sensitive, soft response and feel. Suitable for light ride playing in larger sizes.

Features

Sizes: 17″
Weight: Light
Volume: Soft
Sound color: Dark
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Soft

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]]> Meinl Byzance Vintage Pure 18″ Crash – B18VPC https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-crashes/meinl-byzance-vintage-pure-18-crash-b18vpc/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 15:34:50 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=117065 The Vintage Pure Crash features an overall dry sound character with a relatively fast decay. Unique tones for drummers who want to express themselves. They have a distinctive and earthy look. Features Diameter – 18″ Weight – Thin Finish – Dark, Raw Material – B20 Pitch – Low Music Style – Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, […]

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The Vintage Pure Crash features an overall dry sound character with a relatively fast decay. Unique tones for drummers who want to express themselves. They have a distinctive and earthy look.

Features

  • Diameter – 18″
  • Weight – Thin
  • Finish – Dark, Raw
  • Material – B20
  • Pitch – Low
  • Music Style – Pop, Fusion, Jazz, Funk, RNB, Reggae, Studio, World, Electro
  • Character – Vintage, Dry
  • Sustain – Short
  • Volume – Medium to Low
  • Timbre – Dark

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]]> Meinl Byzance Vintage 20″ Equilibrium China – B20EQCH https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/meinl-byzance-vintage-20-equilibrium-china-b20eqch/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:01:15 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=117040 It provides the perfect balance of a cutting “chaw” sound and a softer, dry, trashiness, making it a china for many applications. Its unusual sandblasted surface gives it a smooth feel and a distinct matte finish. Its low, dark, and somewhat dry-washy sound isn’t too soft or loud. With its great stick definition and short sustain, […]

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It provides the perfect balance of a cutting “chaw” sound and a softer, dry, trashiness, making it a china for many applications. Its unusual sandblasted surface gives it a smooth feel and a distinct matte finish. Its low, dark, and somewhat dry-washy sound isn’t too soft or loud. With its great stick definition and short sustain, you can dig into Byzance Vintage for total control all the time. It’s a sound that fits into any music, not in the upper decibel levels.

Features

  • Diameter: 20″
  • Weight: Thin
  • Material: B20 Bronze
  • Shaping: Hand Hammered
  • Finish: Sandblasted
  • Music Style: Pop/Fusion/Jazz/Funk/R&B/Reggae/Studio/World/Electro
  • Character: Vintage/Dry
  • Sustain: Short
  • Volume: Medium to Low
  • Timbre: Mid-Bright
  • Pitch: Low-Mid
  • Lathe: Narrow Blade

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]]> Paiste 2002 Big Beat 21″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT21 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-rides/paiste-2002-big-beat-21-multifunction-cymbal-p002bbt21/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:49:50 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116886 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a […]

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]]> 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a new realm, while preserving the legendary 2002 heritage.

Sound Character

Warm, deep, brilliant, lush. Medium wide range, complex mix. Responsive, giving feel. Warm luscious crashes with swift fade. Airy, defined ping over wide multi-layered wash. Broad, musical, integrated bells. Multifunctional design to work well as both crashes and rides in medium low to loud settings.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Medium
Sound color: Medium
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Balanced
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

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]]> Paiste 2002 Big Beat 20″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT20 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-rides/paiste-2002-big-beat-20-multifunction-cymbal-p002bbt20/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:38:46 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116883 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a […]

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]]> 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a new realm, while preserving the legendary 2002 heritage.

Sound Character

Warm, deep, brilliant, lush. Medium wide range, complex mix. Responsive, giving feel. Warm luscious crashes with swift fade. Airy, defined ping over wide multi-layered wash. Broad, musical, integrated bells. Multifunctional design to work well as both crashes and rides in medium low to loud settings.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Medium
Sound color: Medium
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Balanced
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

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]]> Paiste 2002 Big Beat 18″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT18 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-rides/paiste-2002-big-beat-18-multifunction-cymbal-p002bbt18/ Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:23:52 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116882 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a […]

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]]> 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a new realm, while preserving the legendary 2002 heritage.

Sound Character

Warm, deep, brilliant, lush. Medium wide range, complex mix. Responsive, giving feel. Warm luscious crashes with swift fade. Airy, defined ping over wide multi-layered wash. Broad, musical, integrated bells. Multifunctional design to work well as both crashes and rides in medium low to loud settings.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Medium
Sound color: Medium
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Balanced
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

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]]> Paiste 2002 Big Beat 22″ Multifunction Cymbal – P002BBT22 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-rides/paiste-2002-big-beat-22-multifunction-cymbal-p002bbt22/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:52:31 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=116837 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a […]

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]]> 2002 Big Beat represent a modernized, yet timeless interpretation of the legendary 2002 sound. Visually, the cymbals feature a distinctly new hammering pattern for the 2002 family, a slightly darkened, semi-matted finish and simplified black logos to distinguish the Big Beat set. With the 2002 Big Beat models, we take the 2002 sound into a new realm, while preserving the legendary 2002 heritage.

Sound Character

Warm, deep, brilliant, lush. Medium wide range, complex mix. Responsive, giving feel. Warm luscious crashes with swift fade. Airy, defined ping over wide multi-layered wash. Broad, musical, integrated bells. Multifunctional design to work well as both crashes and rides in medium low to loud settings.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Medium
Sound color: Medium
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Balanced
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

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]]> Paiste Masters 16″ Thin Hi-Hats – PMSTRTHH16 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-hi-hats/paiste-masters-16-thin-hi-hats-pmstrthh16/ Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:37:33 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=112641 Masters started out as an assemblage of twelve rides – exquisite and laboriously hand-manufactured cymbals made of CuSn20 bronze to achieve superior sound ideals in various musical genres. In 2014, three crashes and two hats join the series to expand the unique Masters sound atmosphere to additional cymbal types. Masters integrate the experience of the […]

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]]> Masters started out as an assemblage of twelve rides – exquisite and laboriously hand-manufactured cymbals made of CuSn20 bronze to achieve superior sound ideals in various musical genres. In 2014, three crashes and two hats join the series to expand the unique Masters sound atmosphere to additional cymbal types. Masters integrate the experience of the decades long art of cymbal making with the inspirations of international top drummers.

Sound Character

Warm, soft, gentle, wide. Medium wide range, balanced mix. Soft, responsive feel, very controllable. Gentle, broad stick sound. Gentle, airy open sound. Light, warm chick. Versatile hi-hats for articulate playing.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Soft
Sound color: Dark
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Medium
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Chick Sound: Soft
Feel: Soft

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]]> Paiste Masters 15″ Thin Hi-Hats – PMSTRTHH15 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-hi-hats/paiste-masters-15-thin-hi-hats-pmstrthh15/ Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:27:53 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=112636 Masters started out as an assemblage of twelve rides – exquisite and laboriously hand-manufactured cymbals made of CuSn20 bronze to achieve superior sound ideals in various musical genres. In 2014, three crashes and two hats join the series to expand the unique Masters sound atmosphere to additional cymbal types. Masters integrate the experience of the […]

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]]> Masters started out as an assemblage of twelve rides – exquisite and laboriously hand-manufactured cymbals made of CuSn20 bronze to achieve superior sound ideals in various musical genres. In 2014, three crashes and two hats join the series to expand the unique Masters sound atmosphere to additional cymbal types. Masters integrate the experience of the decades long art of cymbal making with the inspirations of international top drummers.

Sound Character

Warm, soft, gentle, wide. Medium wide range, balanced mix. Soft, responsive feel, very controllable. Gentle, broad stick sound. Gentle, airy open sound. Light, warm chick. Versatile hi-hats for articulate playing.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Soft
Sound color: Dark
Frequency range: Medium
Frequency mix: Medium
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Chick Sound: Soft
Feel: Soft

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]]> Paiste Masters 20″ Dark Crash Ride – PMSTRCRSRDE20 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-rides/paiste-masters-20-dark-crash-ride-pmstrcrsrde20/ Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:31:06 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=112629 Masters started out as an assemblage of twelve rides – exquisite and laboriously hand-manufactured cymbals made of CuSn20 bronze to achieve superior sound ideals in various musical genres. In 2014, three crashes and two hats join the series to expand the unique Masters sound atmosphere to additional cymbal types. Masters integrate the experience of the […]

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]]> Masters started out as an assemblage of twelve rides – exquisite and laboriously hand-manufactured cymbals made of CuSn20 bronze to achieve superior sound ideals in various musical genres. In 2014, three crashes and two hats join the series to expand the unique Masters sound atmosphere to additional cymbal types. Masters integrate the experience of the decades long art of cymbal making with the inspirations of international top drummers.

Sound Character

Dark, trashy, papery, low. Wide range, complex and moody mix. Soft and buttery feel with a very wobbly and vibrant response. Fairly defined stick sound over a dark and cloudy wash. Perfectly suited for quieter musical settings such as blues, jazz and acoustic styles. Very user-friendly for percussive use and classical mallet application.

Features

Weight: Light
Volume: Soft
Sound color: Dark
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Medium
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Soft

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