Chinas - Cymbals | Drum Depot | UK and Cardiff Drum Store https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/product-category/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/ 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. Tue, 19 May 2026 21:00:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Meinl Classics Custom Dual 18″ China – CC18DUCH https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/meinl-classics-custom-dual-18-china-cc18duch/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:20:15 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=117050 Explosive and sharp attack fueled by a brooding, dark complexity that will punch through any amplifier. It can also be used in a stack configuration. The visually striking surface treatment combines a dark finish center along with a fully lathed and buffed edge. Features Diameter – 18″ Weight – Medium Material – B12 Bronze Shaping […]

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Explosive and sharp attack fueled by a brooding, dark complexity that will punch through any amplifier. It can also be used in a stack configuration. The visually striking surface treatment combines a dark finish center along with a fully lathed and buffed edge.

Features

  • Diameter – 18″
  • Weight – Medium
  • Material – B12 Bronze
  • Shaping – Pressure Point Technology, Computerized Hammering
  • Finish – Dark, Brilliant
  • Music Style – Metal, Rock, Pop, Fusion, Studio, R&B
  • Character – Complex, Musical, Rich, Full-bodied
  • Sustain – Medium
  • Volume – Medium to High
  • Timbre – Mid-Dark
  • Pitch – Low-Mid
  • Lathe – Wide Blade, Narrow Blade

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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 Signature 18″ Thin China – PSIGTCH18 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/paiste-signature-18-thin-china-psigtch18/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:50:37 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=112564 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 Fairly trashy, bright attack, low wash. Wide frequency […]

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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

Fairly trashy, bright attack, low wash. Wide frequency range, fairly clean mix. Explosive response, fast fade. Size range allows everything from quick accents to complex ride playing.

Features

Weight: Medium
Volume: Medium
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Clean
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Short
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Medium

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]]> Paiste Signature 18″ Heavy China – PSIGHCH18 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/paiste-signature-18-heavy-china-psighch18/ Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:32:02 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=112412 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 Bright, full, trashy. Wide range with complex frequencies. […]

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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

Bright, full, trashy. Wide range with complex frequencies. Well suited for stronger china ride playing and big, exotic crashes.

Features

Weight: Heavy
Volume: Loud
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
Stick Sound: Washy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Long
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Heavy

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]]> Paiste 900 Series 14″ China – P900CHN14 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/paiste-900-series-14-china-p900chn14/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:58:25 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=112246 The 900 Series is crafted from 2002 Bronze, with its legendary warmth, brilliance and strength. In sophisticated hybrid manufacturing the cymbals are refined by Swiss craftsmanship with hand hammering and lathing. A special finish slightly darkens the cymbals and amplifies the lathing grooves and hammer marks for a spectacular appearance that fuses roughness and elegance. […]

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]]> The 900 Series is crafted from 2002 Bronze, with its legendary warmth, brilliance and strength. In sophisticated hybrid manufacturing the cymbals are refined by Swiss craftsmanship with hand hammering and lathing. A special finish slightly darkens the cymbals and amplifies the lathing grooves and hammer marks for a spectacular appearance that fuses roughness and elegance. Innovative design provides 900 Series cymbals with greater flexibility, resulting in a giving feel and outstanding playability. The overall sound is warm and full with subdued, discreet brightness. Heavier and larger models add abundant brilliance, cut and projection. The core of the series focuses on Crashes and Rides of medium and heavy weight in a wide range of sizes. A variety of Hi-Hats, Splashes and Chinas round out a full program that covers a wide range of stylistic needs. The 900 Series sets the new standard for advanced sound at a reasonable investment.

Sound Character

Fairly dark, energetic. Medium wide range, complex mix. Explosive, shattering crash. Exotic stick sound over a complex, trashy wash. Assertive china for exotic effects.

Features

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

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]]> Paiste Formula 602 Modern Essentials 22″ China – P602ME22CH https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/paiste-formula-602-modern-essentials-22-china-p602me22ch/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:00:31 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=112236 Forged from the legendary «602 Bronze» (CuSn20), offering a complete new wide and dynamic sound dimension, developed in close collaboration with Vinnie Colaiuta, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to Vinnie’s uncompromising sound concepts for a wide all-round application. Formula 602 Modern Essentials cymbals combine the essence […]

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]]> Forged from the legendary «602 Bronze» (CuSn20), offering a complete new wide and dynamic sound dimension, developed in close collaboration with Vinnie Colaiuta, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to Vinnie’s uncompromising sound concepts for a wide all-round application. Formula 602 Modern Essentials cymbals combine the essence of the Formula 602 Classic Sounds models – transparency and stick definition – with the richness, warmth, darkness and a bit of complexity of the Signature Traditionals series besides providing slightly more pizzazz than its Classic Sounds siblings.

Sound Character

Dark, warm, strong, exotic, sizzling, earthy. Wide range, slightly complex and dense mix. Fairly soft, responsive feel. Great for explosive, strong, dark accents. Complex, washy ride sound. A modern China cymbal with a wide spectrum for various musical applications. “The China is nearly smooth”, states Vinnie Colaiuta.

Features

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

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]]> Paiste RUDE 18″ Wild China – PRUDWCH18 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/paiste-rude-18-wild-china-prudwch18/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:26:32 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=112230 These definitely different cymbals were inspired by the revolution of punk and metal during the late 1970s. RUDE continues to be the leading choice of sound for raw, merciless and powerful musical energy in Rock, Metal, and Punk. Sound Character Bright, metallic, aggressively roaring, very strong, raw. Wide range, fairly clean mix. Heavy with a […]

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]]> These definitely different cymbals were inspired by the revolution of punk and metal during the late 1970s. RUDE continues to be the leading choice of sound for raw, merciless and powerful musical energy in Rock, Metal, and Punk.

Sound Character

Bright, metallic, aggressively roaring, very strong, raw. Wide range, fairly clean mix. Heavy with a comfortable feel. Aggressive, shattering attack with a roaring crash. Modern China sound with a grungy touch. Well suited for loud and very loud musical applications.

Features

Weight: Heavy
Volume: Loud
Sound color: Bright
Frequency range: Wide
Frequency mix: Clean
Stick Sound: Pingy
Response Intensity: Lively
Sustain: Long
Bell character: Integrated
Feel: Heavy

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]]> Paiste Formula 602 Modern Essentials 18″ China – P602ME18CH https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/paiste-formula-602-modern-essentials-18-china-p602me18ch/ Sat, 28 Jun 2025 15:05:22 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=107340 Forged from the legendary «602 Bronze» (CuSn20), offering a complete new wide and dynamic sound dimension, developed in close collaboration with Vinnie Colaiuta, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to Vinnie’s uncompromising sound concepts for a wide all-round application. Formula 602 Modern Essentials cymbals combine the essence […]

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]]> Forged from the legendary «602 Bronze» (CuSn20), offering a complete new wide and dynamic sound dimension, developed in close collaboration with Vinnie Colaiuta, handcrafted from start to finish by highly skilled Swiss craftsmen, conceived and executed according to Vinnie’s uncompromising sound concepts for a wide all-round application. Formula 602 Modern Essentials cymbals combine the essence of the Formula 602 Classic Sounds models – transparency and stick definition – with the richness, warmth, darkness and a bit of complexity of the Signature Traditionals series besides providing slightly more pizzazz than its Classic Sounds siblings.

Sound Character

Dark, warm, strong, exotic, sizzling, earthy. Wide range, slightly complex and dense mix. Fairly soft, responsive feel. Great for explosive, strong, dark accents. Complex, washy ride sound. A modern China cymbal with a wide spectrum for various musical applications. “The China is nearly smooth”, states Vinnie Colaiuta.

Features

  • Size: 18″
  • Weight: Medium
  • Volume: Medium
  • Sound color: Dark
  • Frequency range: Wide
  • Frequency mix: Rough/Complex/Rich
  • Stick Sound: Washy
  • Response Intensity: Lively
  • Sustain: Long
  • Bell character: Integrated
  • Feel: Soft

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]]> Meinl Pure Alloy Custom 18” Trash China – PAC18TRCH https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/meinl-pure-alloy-custom-18-trash-china-pac18trch/ Tue, 12 Mar 2024 11:53:35 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=92328 This Trash China features holes throughout and speaks quickly, accurately, and without much effort. Working at all levels from soft accents to blistering smashes, the hole cut-outs give this china an authentic and refined voice with a short sustain. Features Diameter: 18″ Series: Pure Alloy Custom Cymbal Type: Trash China Weight: Medium Thin Made in: […]

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This Trash China features holes throughout and speaks quickly, accurately, and without much effort. Working at all levels from soft accents to blistering smashes, the hole cut-outs give this china an authentic and refined voice with a short sustain.

Features

  • Diameter: 18″
  • Series: Pure Alloy Custom
  • Cymbal Type: Trash China
  • Weight: Medium Thin
  • Made in: Germany
  • Material: Pure Alloy
  • Shaping: Computerized Hammering
  • Finish: Smoked-Bronze, Brilliant
  • Music Style: Rock, Pop, Fusion, R&B, Reggae, Studio
  • Character: Complex, Full-bodied, Musical, Sensitive, Smooth, Warm
  • Sustain: Medium to Short
  • Volume: Medium to Low
  • Timbre: Mid-Bright
  • Pitch: High-Mid
  • Lathe: Pinpoint

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]]> Meinl Classics Custom Dark 18″ China – CC18DACH https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/shop/cymbals/cymbals-effects/cymbals-effects-chinas/meinl-classics-custom-dark-18-china-cc18dach/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 12:00:59 +0000 https://www.drumdepot.co.uk/?post_type=product&p=87720 Dark sound qualities and a big-sized lip offer a trashy sound. The short sustain offers cutting and quick accents. Features Diameter: 18″ Weight: Medium Material: B12 Bronze Shaping: Computerised Hammering, Pressure Point Technology Finish: Dark Music Style: Metal, Rock, Pop, Fusion, Studio Character: Musical, Rich Sustain: Short Volume: Medium to High Timbre: Dark Pitch: High-Mid […]

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Dark sound qualities and a big-sized lip offer a trashy sound. The short sustain offers cutting and quick accents.

Features

  • Diameter: 18″
  • Weight: Medium
  • Material: B12 Bronze
  • Shaping: Computerised Hammering, Pressure Point Technology
  • Finish: Dark
  • Music Style: Metal, Rock, Pop, Fusion, Studio
  • Character: Musical, Rich
  • Sustain: Short
  • Volume: Medium to High
  • Timbre: Dark
  • Pitch: High-Mid
  • Lathe: Wide Blade

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