Zildjian - S Family 18" China
149,17 €
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Preorder
Arrival expected on Aug 25, 2026
Guarantee 3
years
China Cymbal
Bring out your accents with the Zildjian S Family 18" China, a brilliant cymbal with an explosive, trashy character. Its thin weight provides fast response and short sustain, ideal for rock, metal, fusion or the most energetic passages. A modern China designed to add more impact and depth to your playing.
ARTICLE N° 122580
Presentation
The Zildjian S Family 18" China has been designed for drummers who like powerful, fast accents with a strong presence in the mix. From the very first strike, this china develops a sharp attack with a bright, trashy texture that stands out immediately when played.
With its thin weight, it responds very quickly under the sticks and maintains a relatively short sustain, helping to create clean impacts without invading the sound space. This responsiveness works particularly well in modern styles where effects cymbals are used to reinforce breaks, transitions or certain heavier passages.
Made from B12 alloy, the S series develops a more balanced and musical sound than a very rough china. The sound retains its clarity despite its aggressive side, enabling the cymbal to remain legible even in highly dynamic contexts.
The high-gloss finish further enhances the modern, energetic feel. Rock, metal, fusion or more muscular pop, this china easily finds its place in set-ups that demand fast accents with real sonic presence.
With its thin weight, it responds very quickly under the sticks and maintains a relatively short sustain, helping to create clean impacts without invading the sound space. This responsiveness works particularly well in modern styles where effects cymbals are used to reinforce breaks, transitions or certain heavier passages.
Made from B12 alloy, the S series develops a more balanced and musical sound than a very rough china. The sound retains its clarity despite its aggressive side, enabling the cymbal to remain legible even in highly dynamic contexts.
The high-gloss finish further enhances the modern, energetic feel. Rock, metal, fusion or more muscular pop, this china easily finds its place in set-ups that demand fast accents with real sonic presence.
Features
Diameter in inches
18" (457 mm)
Alloy
Bronze B12
Brightness
5/10
Dryness
4/10
Definition
7/10
Sustain
4/10
Finish
Brilliant
Packaging
Single unit
Other features
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Zildjian S Family 18" China
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China cymbal
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Diameter : Ø 18" | 45,72 cm
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Thickness : Thin
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Material / Alloy : B12
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Alloy composition : 88 % copper / 12 % tin
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Finish : Bright
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Sound : Brilliant / midrange
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Sound character: Trashy and explosive
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Attack : Fast and sharp
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Sustain : Short
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Projection : Strong
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Response : Very fast
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Suitable styles : Rock, metal, fusion, hardcore, modern pop, concert, effects-oriented setup, energetic playing
