Difference between revisions of "Sabian XS20 18" Chinese"
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'''Review:''' "Like most of the cymbals in this batch, the 18" thin Chinese was a clever composite of contradictions. Though I’ve never been a big fan of Chinese cymbals, this one impressed me. Simply stated, it was the softest trash-talking cymbal I’ve heard in a while. But don’t get me wrong—when I wanted to make a bold statement, this cymbal was very capable of delivering it. I used it right side up and upside-down, and in both cases the cymbal had great sustain and spread." <br> | '''Review:''' "Like most of the cymbals in this batch, the 18" thin Chinese was a clever composite of contradictions. Though I’ve never been a big fan of Chinese cymbals, this one impressed me. Simply stated, it was the softest trash-talking cymbal I’ve heard in a while. But don’t get me wrong—when I wanted to make a bold statement, this cymbal was very capable of delivering it. I used it right side up and upside-down, and in both cases the cymbal had great sustain and spread." <br> | ||
| − | + | The 18" medium-thin crash was brighter. When I played a full-on roll on the top of the cymbal, I could hear waves of tones ebbing and flowing with the movement of my sticks. As I used some muscle to really dig in to the cymbal, the pitches were plentiful." <br> | |
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Review written by Will Romano ("Sabian XS20 Series Cymbals - High Sonic Performance At Low-End Prices", Modern Drummer, July 2003, p.31)<br> | Review written by Will Romano ("Sabian XS20 Series Cymbals - High Sonic Performance At Low-End Prices", Modern Drummer, July 2003, p.31)<br> | ||
Revision as of 00:03, 11 August 2024
Group: Chinese
Type: Chinese
Size: 18 Inch
Series: XS20
Weight: 1060g, 1067g, 1119g, 1270g
Years of production: 2003 - 2016
Sound file: XS20 18" Chinese
XS20 18" Chinese
XS20 18" Chinese
XS20 18" Chinese
XS20 18" Chinese
XS20 18" Chinese
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Review: "Like most of the cymbals in this batch, the 18" thin Chinese was a clever composite of contradictions. Though I’ve never been a big fan of Chinese cymbals, this one impressed me. Simply stated, it was the softest trash-talking cymbal I’ve heard in a while. But don’t get me wrong—when I wanted to make a bold statement, this cymbal was very capable of delivering it. I used it right side up and upside-down, and in both cases the cymbal had great sustain and spread."
The 18" medium-thin crash was brighter. When I played a full-on roll on the top of the cymbal, I could hear waves of tones ebbing and flowing with the movement of my sticks. As I used some muscle to really dig in to the cymbal, the pitches were plentiful."
Review written by Will Romano ("Sabian XS20 Series Cymbals - High Sonic Performance At Low-End Prices", Modern Drummer, July 2003, p.31)
Review: (NOTE: This is for the Brilliant finish version) "There is a delightful warmth to these cymbals. The Medium Thin 18" crash and even the 18" china have a soft whoosh and depth - quite spongey, as though you are squidging into the cymbals rather than glancing off hard metal.
The fact the china type is not harsh is a plus for us because it means it's not as aggressive as many other chinas. If you're looking for a raucous, barking china-type, this is not the one. It makes a useful alternative ride too - clear but not too coarse with its relatively mellow sound and modicum of trash."
Review written by Geoff Nicholls ("Sabian Xs20 Brilliant Finish Cymbals review - Sabian's budget-conscious B20 cymbals receive a brilliant update", Musicradar.com, August 16, 2010)
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