Guide to Cymbals

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Kinds of Cymbals include the following:

Crash Cymbals

• Crash Cymbals produces sharp and loud accents with a short crash duration.
• Usually played in pairs, they can be struck by hand or by drumsticks when mounted on stands.
• They have a diameter of 16 to 19 inches.
• They are available in different thicknesses.

• Clash Cymbals are also called hand cymbals.
• They are used in pairs.
• They are struck together by hand.
• They are played standing up commonly in marching bands.
• They have a diameter of 16 to 21 inches.
• They are available in different thicknesses.

• Hi-hat Cymbals are a pair of cymbals mounted on a stand.
• The stand is made with a metal shaft that is pulled down when the drummer presses on the pedal.
• They have a diameter of 13 to 14 inches.

• Ride Cymbals are used to sustain rhythms.
• They are commonly a part of drum kits.
• They produce a long-duration, shimmering sound when struck.
• They have a diameter of 18 to 22 inches.
• They are available in different thicknesses.

• Sizzle Cymbals produce clean and crisp sounds when struck closely but provide a full volume when struck openly.
• They have a diameter of 14 to 15 inches.

• Splash Cymbals provide the accent tones in a drum kit.
• They are effects cymbal.
• They have a diameter of six to 12 inches.
• They produce short, syncopated tones.

• Suspended Cymbals are hung from a stand and beaten with a drumstick.
• Used alone, they can produce swells or rolled crescendos for orchestral settings.
• They have an approximate diameter of 16 inches.

• Finger Cymbals are also called zils.
• They are small cymbals commonly used in belly dancing.
• They produce high-pitched sounds.
• They can be made of bronze or brass.
• They have a diameter of two inches.
• They are secured to the thumb and the middle finger.

Starter cymbal pack: If you are a beginner, look for cymbals that come in a student starter pack that provides you with a full range of cymbals. It usually includes a hi-hat, a splash, a crash, and a ride cymbal.

Accessories: To complete your cymbals set, look for a cymbal pack that comes with a free stand and cymbal bag.

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