The Best Cymbals 2024

1. GameShark Rock Band 3 RB3969110N02/02/1 Gaming Drum

Add another layer of authenticity to your rock experience with the all-inclusive Wireless Rock Band 3 PRO-Drum & PRO-Cymbals Kit. With four durable drum pads and a metal-reinforced kick pedal, the drum kit can withstand strikes from the most enthusiastic drummers. Velocity-sensitive drumheads respond to the force exerted on them and their sound-dampening properties help ensure you don't wake the neighbors during those late-night jam sessions. A height adjustable stand lets you customize your layout and the included wooden drum sticks impart a real-life feel to videogame rocking.

GameShark Rock Band 3 RB3969110N02/02/1 Gaming Drum Go wireless and casually play the video games you love Playing video games on Wii is always more fun when connected to a controller

2. MEINL HCS Crash/Ride Cymbal 18 in.

The Meinl HCS Crash Ride Cymbal articulates a clean stick response with a full-bodied and warm sound with a washy ping and a complex spread. Explosive sound when played as a crash. HCS cymbals are Meinl's entry level cymbal line that combines quality and value. The cymbals are made from MS63 alloy for a warm, harmonic and balanced sound. They offer the best possible sounds at an affordable price.

Cymbal Type Crash-Ride Music Style Rock, Pop Pitch Low-Mid Character Warm, Harmonical Timbre Mid-Bright Volume Medium to Low Lathe Wide Blade Sustain Medium to Short Material MS63 Alloy Finish Traditional Shaping Pressure Point Technology Size 18" (45.7cm) Weight Medium

3. Rock Band 2 Double Cymbal Expansion Kit

Crash, Ride & Hi-Hat cymbals. Game sold separately.Velocity-sensitive for precise drummingAdjustable heightEasy-to-install clamps for quick setupOnly compatible with Rock Band 2 Drum kits

The Officially Licensed Rock Band 2 Double Cymbal Expansion Kit provides the means for you to drum like the pros do with velocity- sensitive Crash, Ride, and Hi-Hat cymbals. With the easy-to-install mounting brackets, you have total control and can setup your drum kit in any configuration you see fit. Once your drum kit has been customized to your standards, you'll be all set to attack your song library with new vigor and achieve the next step in drumming perfection.

4. Meinl 20" HCS Ride Cymbal | HCS20R

The Meinl HCS ride cymbal projects a clean, warm sound with a defined ping and solid bell. The tone is on the brighter side due to the brass MS63 alloy, made with 63% copper and 37% zinc, which also keeps it highly affordable for students and first-time players. It's great for riding through big choruses. When struck with the stick shoulder, this ride can also yield powerful accents that cut through the loudest pop and rock music.

Cymbal Type Ride Music Style Rock, Pop Pitch Low-Mid Character Warm, Harmonical Timbre Mid-Bright Volume Medium to Low Lathe Wide Blade Sustain Medium to Short Material MS63 Alloy Finish Traditional Shaping Pressure Point Technology Size 20" (50.8cm) Weight Medium

5. MEINL HCS Hi-Hat Cymbal Pair 13 in.

The HCS Series from Meinl is designed to offer all of the cymbal types and sizes normally found in professional lines to beginners in order to deliver the same sound options a working drummer may look for. A versatile hihat in medium weight. Warm, clean sound and an articulate open hihat. These brass alloy models sound and look great, and let you get into playing Meinl at very realistic prices. Features: Versatile hihat in medium weight Warm, clean sound and an articulate open hihat Brass alloy models that sound and look great Get into playing Meinl at very realistic prices Great for Rock and Pop Get your Meinl HCS Series Hi-hats today at the guaranteed lowest price from Sam Ash Direct with our 45-day return and 60-day price protection policy.

Versatile hihat in medium weight Warm, clean sound and an articulate open hihat Meinl Cymbals HCS Series Hi-Hats 13 inches

6. Zildjian ZBT18CH ZBT 18" Thin China Cymbal

A Fast, bright, "trashy" China ideal for special accents and musical exclamation points.

Zildjian ZBT18CH ZBT 18" Thin China Cymbal

7. Zildjian ZBTS3P9 ZBT 3 Cymbal Starter Box Set

Crafted of B8 alloy, ZBT cymbals provide a bright cutting sound that’s ready to go from the practice room to the gig.

Zildjian ZBTS3P9 ZBT 3 Cymbal Starter Box Set

8. Paiste PST3 Series 10" Splash, Multicolor, 0632210

The fusion of Swiss cymbal sound know-how with German hi-tech expertise. Featuring a medium bright, clean, and fast character with a medium range, fairly complex mix. It has a balanced feel and explosive, fast fading splash with a somewhat trashy character as well, making it well suited for fast accents. Features: Medium bright, clean, and fast character Medium range, fairly complex mix Balanced feel and explosive, fast fading splash Somewhat trashy character Well suited for fast accents Get your Paiste PST3 Series Splash today at the guaranteed lowest price from Sam Ash with our 45-day return and 60-day price protection policy.

Paiste PST3 Series 10" Splash, Multicolor, 0632210 Medium bright, clean, and fast character Medium range with a fairly complex mix Balanced feel for versatile play Explosive, fast fading splash sound Somewhat trashy character for added texture Ideal for fast accents in various musical styles

9. Paiste PST3 Series 18" Crash Ride

The fusion of Swiss cymbal sound know-how with German hi-tech expertise. Energetic, full and focused character. Its somewhat narrow range & fairly clean mix blends well with the even, balanced feel to make it a great multi-purpose cymbal. With fast, powerful crash and soft, mellow ride qualities, you can be confident this cymbal with almost any percussion application! Features: Energetic, full and focused character Narrow range & fairly clean mix Even, balanced feel to make it a great multi-purpose cymbal Fast, powerful crash and soft, mellow ride qualities Get your Paiste PST3 Crash Ride today at the guaranteed lowest price from Sam Ash with our 45-day return and 60-day price protection policy.

Energetic, full and focused character Narrow range & fairly clean mix Paiste PST3 Series 18" Crash Ride

10. Meinl Byzance Brilliant Cymbal

Brilliant, bright overtones with a sizzling, trashy, brash sound.

Meinl Byzance Brilliant Cymbal Maximum Number of Pieces: 1 Percussion Instrument Details: China Cymbal - 18" Diameter Percussion Instrument Details: China Cymbal - 18" Diameter Maximum Number of Pieces: 1