China Cymbals

Elevate your drumming experience with the dynamic and explosive sound of china cymbals. Known for their distinctive, trashy tone, these cymbals are a staple in many drummers' arsenals, adding an edge to... any musical composition. Whether you're crafting intricate rhythms or looking to make a bold statement in your performance, china cymbals offer unmatched versatility and character. Explore our diverse selection to find the perfect addition to your drum kit and unleash the full potential of your percussive creativity.
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Zildjian 10" FX Oriental China "Trash" Cymbal

Zildjian 10" FX Oriental China "Trash" Cymbal

SKU: ZJA0610

DESCRIPTION

A 10" FX Oriental China "Trash" Cymbal made from Zildjian B20 alloy for a bright, explosive sound.

$164.95
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  • Brand: zildjian

DESCRIPTION

A 10" FX Oriental China "Trash" Cymbal made from Zildjian B20 alloy for a bright, explosive sound.
Meinl HCS 14" China Cymbal, Thin, Traditional Finish

Meinl HCS 14" China Cymbal, Thin, Traditional Finish

SKU: MLHCS14CH
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DESCRIPTION

A 14" thin china cymbal with a traditional finish, crafted in Germany from durable brass alloy for explosive, trashy undertones.

$49.99
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  • Brand: meinl

DESCRIPTION

A 14" thin china cymbal with a traditional finish, crafted in Germany from durable brass alloy for explosive, trashy undertones.
Meinl HCS 16" China Cymbal, Thin, Traditional Finish

Meinl HCS 16" China Cymbal, Thin, Traditional Finish

SKU: MLHCS16CH
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DESCRIPTION

A 16" China cymbal with a thin, traditional finish, offering an explosive, brash attack with dark undertones.

$79.99
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  • Brand: meinl

DESCRIPTION

A 16" China cymbal with a thin, traditional finish, offering an explosive, brash attack with dark undertones.
Meinl HCS 12" China Cymbal, Thin, Traditional Finish

Meinl HCS 12" China Cymbal, Thin, Traditional Finish

SKU: MLHCS12CH
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DESCRIPTION

A 12" thin china cymbal with a traditional finish, providing an explosive, bright attack with deep, dark undertones.

$44.99
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  • Brand: meinl

DESCRIPTION

A 12" thin china cymbal with a traditional finish, providing an explosive, bright attack with deep, dark undertones.
Sabian 19" AA Holy China Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 19" AA Holy China Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN21916CSB

DESCRIPTION

A loud and explosive 19" china cymbal with a brilliant finish, designed for maximum cut and volume.

$384.99
$65 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A loud and explosive 19" china cymbal with a brilliant finish, designed for maximum cut and volume.
Sabian 12" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 12" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN21216CSB

DESCRIPTION

A 12" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal with an extra-thin, brilliant finish that delivers high volume and cut.

$219.99
$37 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 12" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal with an extra-thin, brilliant finish that delivers high volume and cut.
Sabian 12" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Natural Finish

Sabian 12" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN21216CS

DESCRIPTION

A 12" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal with an extra-thin design, natural finish, and exaggerated high profile for maximum volume and cut.

$219.99
$37 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 12" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal with an extra-thin design, natural finish, and exaggerated high profile for maximum volume and cut.
Sabian 8" AA China Splash Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Natural Finish

Sabian 8" AA China Splash Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN20816

DESCRIPTION

A bright, trashy Sabian 8" AA China Splash cymbal with rapid response and natural finish.

$169.99
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A bright, trashy Sabian 8" AA China Splash cymbal with rapid response and natural finish.
Sabian 10" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Natural Finish

Sabian 10" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN21016CS

DESCRIPTION

A 10" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal with an extra-thin design, natural finish, and high volume, trash, and cut.

$194.99
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 10" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal with an extra-thin design, natural finish, and high volume, trash, and cut.
Sabian 20" HHX Zen China Cymbal, Thin, Natural Finish

Sabian 20" HHX Zen China Cymbal, Thin, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN12016XNZ

DESCRIPTION

A 20" HHX Zen China Cymbal with a unique inverted design for easy playability and dynamic sound.

$549.99
$92 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 20" HHX Zen China Cymbal with a unique inverted design for easy playability and dynamic sound.
Sabian 8" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Natural Finish

Sabian 8" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN20816CS

DESCRIPTION

A mini splash cymbal with an exaggerated high profile, single row of holes, and raw bell for maximum volume and cut.

$169.99
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A mini splash cymbal with an exaggerated high profile, single row of holes, and raw bell for maximum volume and cut.
Sabian 18" FRX Chinese Cymbals, Thin, Traditional Finish

Sabian 18" FRX Chinese Cymbals, Thin, Traditional Finish

SKU: SBNFRX1816

DESCRIPTION

A 18" Chinese cymbal with a traditional finish, delivering a versatile and complex tone for professional use.

$514.99
$86 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 18" Chinese cymbal with a traditional finish, delivering a versatile and complex tone for professional use.
Sabian 20" Paragon Chinese Cymbal, Medium-Thin, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 20" Paragon Chinese Cymbal, Medium-Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBNNP2016B

DESCRIPTION

A 20" medium-thin Chinese cymbal with a brilliant finish, featuring a small bell and flanged lip for a drier, harder sound.

$479.99
$80 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 20" medium-thin Chinese cymbal with a brilliant finish, featuring a small bell and flanged lip for a drier, harder sound.
Sabian 17" AA Holy China Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 17" AA Holy China Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN21716CSB

DESCRIPTION

A loud and explosive 17" china cymbal with a brilliant finish, designed for maximum cut and volume.

$334.99
$56 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A loud and explosive 17" china cymbal with a brilliant finish, designed for maximum cut and volume.
Sabian 14" HH Low Max Stax Cymbal Set, Natural Finish

Sabian 14" HH Low Max Stax Cymbal Set, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN15005MPL

DESCRIPTION

A 14" HH Low Max Stax Cymbal Set in a natural finish, designed for rapid-fire bursts of attack.

$654.99
$110 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 14" HH Low Max Stax Cymbal Set in a natural finish, designed for rapid-fire bursts of attack.
Zildjian 18" S China Effect Cymbal

Zildjian 18" S China Effect Cymbal

SKU: ZJS18CH

DESCRIPTION

A bright and explosive 18" China cymbal with a short sustain, perfect for big hits and accents.

$189.95
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  • Brand: zildjian

DESCRIPTION

A bright and explosive 18" China cymbal with a short sustain, perfect for big hits and accents.
Sabian 10" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 10" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN21016CSB

DESCRIPTION

A 10" extra-thin China cymbal with a brilliant finish, designed for maximum volume and cut.

$194.99
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 10" extra-thin China cymbal with a brilliant finish, designed for maximum volume and cut.
Sabian Mini Monster Stack with 12" AAX Aero Splash and 10" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Brilliant Finish

Sabian Mini Monster Stack with 12" AAX Aero Splash and 10" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN25001SXB

DESCRIPTION

A dynamic and powerful cymbal stack that delivers high-end cut, trash, and volume in a concentrated burst of white noise.

$374.99
$63 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A dynamic and powerful cymbal stack that delivers high-end cut, trash, and volume in a concentrated burst of white noise.
Sabian HH Mid Max Stax Cymbal Set, Natural Finish

Sabian HH Mid Max Stax Cymbal Set, Natural Finish

SKU: SBN15005MPM

DESCRIPTION

A stacking cymbal set with a rapid-fire burst of attack, featuring unlathed edges for durability and power.

$484.99
$81 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A stacking cymbal set with a rapid-fire burst of attack, featuring unlathed edges for durability and power.
Sabian 20" HHX Zen China Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 20" HHX Zen China Cymbal, Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN12016XBZ

DESCRIPTION

A 20" thin, brilliant finish China cymbal with a unique inverted design for easy playability and full sound.

$549.99
$92 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 20" thin, brilliant finish China cymbal with a unique inverted design for easy playability and full sound.
Sabian 22" Hammertone Chinese Cymbal, Medium

Sabian 22" Hammertone Chinese Cymbal, Medium

SKU: SBNH22CH

DESCRIPTION

A 22" Hammertone Chinese Cymbal with warm spread, controlled attack, and a tasty level of trash.

$664.99
$111 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A 22" Hammertone Chinese Cymbal with warm spread, controlled attack, and a tasty level of trash.
Sabian 8" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Brilliant Finish

Sabian 8" AA Mini Holy China Cymbal, Extra-Thin, Brilliant Finish

SKU: SBN20816CSB

DESCRIPTION

A mini china cymbal with an exaggerated high profile, single row of holes, and raw bell for maximum volume and cut.

$169.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A mini china cymbal with an exaggerated high profile, single row of holes, and raw bell for maximum volume and cut.
Sabian 16" XSR Sizzler Stack - 16" XSR Monarch O-Zone Crash with 16" XSR China Cymbal

Sabian 16" XSR Sizzler Stack - 16" XSR Monarch O-Zone Crash with 16" XSR China Cymbal

SKU: SBNXSRSSX

DESCRIPTION

A thin, dry 16" Monarch O-Zone Crash top over a nasty, aggressive 16" XSR China cymbal stack with sizzling-loud attack.

$419.99
$70 /mo suggested payments with 6‑month special financing. Learn how.
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  • Brand: sabian

DESCRIPTION

A thin, dry 16" Monarch O-Zone Crash top over a nasty, aggressive 16" XSR China cymbal stack with sizzling-loud attack.
Meinl HCS Effects Pack with 10" Splash, 12" China & Free Cymbal Stacker

Meinl HCS Effects Pack with 10" Splash, 12" China & Free Cymbal Stacker

SKU: MLHCSFX

DESCRIPTION

A HCS Effects Pack with 10" Splash, 12" China & Free Cymbal Stacker - a versatile cymbal set for beginners and students, offering a range of sounds and made from durable brass alloy.

$77.99
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  • Brand: meinl

DESCRIPTION

A HCS Effects Pack with 10" Splash, 12" China & Free Cymbal Stacker - a versatile cymbal set for beginners and students, offering a range of sounds and made from durable brass alloy.
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China Cymbals

China cymbals have long held a special place in the world of percussion, captivating drummers and audiences alike with their explosive character and unmistakable presence. Unlike traditional crash or ride cymbals, China cymbals are defined by their unique shape—often featuring upturned edges and a slightly conical profile—which produces a raw, trashy sound that cuts through even the densest mixes. This makes them an essential tool for drummers looking to add drama, punctuation, or a touch of exotic flair to their playing. Whether you’re performing in a rock band, laying down tracks in a studio, or adding color to a jazz ensemble, the China cymbal’s aggressive attack and rapid decay lend themselves perfectly to accenting fills, breakdowns, and musical transitions. Summer is a particularly inspiring time for musicians, as outdoor gigs and festival performances become more frequent, and the bold, cutting sound of a China cymbal can project beautifully in open-air settings, ensuring your rhythms are heard and felt by every listener.

Selecting the right China cymbal involves several considerations that go beyond size and price. The diameter and thickness of the cymbal play a significant role in shaping its tone—larger, heavier models offer a louder, more sustained crash, while smaller, thinner versions provide a quick, sharp burst of sound. The finish and alloy composition also influence the timbre, with some cymbals delivering brighter, more metallic tones and others offering darker, more complex textures. Drummers who favor versatility might opt for a medium-weight China that responds well to both sticks and mallets, while those seeking a signature accent may prefer a cymbal with pronounced bite and rapid decay. For students and beginners, China cymbals can serve as an exciting introduction to the broader world of effect cymbals, encouraging experimentation and creative expression. These cymbals also make thoughtful gifts for percussionists of all skill levels, especially during the summer months when many drummers are upgrading their kits in anticipation of new musical adventures. Gifting a China cymbal is a way to inspire fresh ideas and fuel the recipient’s passion for rhythm and sound.

Incorporating a China cymbal into your setup can transform the dynamic range and emotional impact of your playing. The sharp, explosive attack is ideal for emphasizing climactic moments in a song, while the unique tonal qualities provide a contrasting color to more traditional cymbals. Many drummers find that experimenting with placement—mounting the China upside-down or at different angles—allows for greater accessibility and creative freedom. Pairing a China with other effect cymbals, such as splashes or stacks, opens up even more possibilities for crafting distinctive, personalized sounds. For those interested in exploring a broader spectrum of cymbal voices, it’s worth considering how a China might complement other types, including those found in our selection of Brass Cymbals. Ultimately, a China cymbal is more than just an accessory; it’s an expressive tool that invites drummers to push boundaries, experiment with new textures, and make every performance unforgettable. Whether you’re building your first kit or refining a professional setup, a well-chosen China cymbal can become a signature element of your sound, resonating with energy and creativity every time you strike it.

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