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Ice Bell Cymbal
Very high-pitched, clear, and piercing bell-like tone, often used in melodic accents and special effects.
Concert Cymbal
Wide dynamic range with a full sound, used in orchestras and concert settings for various effects.
Ride Cymbal
Sustained, clear ping sound, used for maintaining a steady rhythmic pattern.
Splash Cymbal
Short, quick, splashy sound, used for accents that are less powerful than those of a crash cymbal.
Swish Cymbal
Rivets add a sizzling, exotic sound; commonly used in jazz for riding and accents.
Bell Cymbal
Produces a very high-pitched, bell-like sound; used for punctuating music with a distinct tone.
Sizzle Cymbal
Contains rivets or chains that create a sustained 'sizzle' effect, used for a variety of music types.
Marching Cymbal
Designed for projection and durability, with a bright, cutting sound for marching bands.
Flat Ride Cymbal
Lacks a bell, offering a controlled, washy sound, and used for jazz and similar genres.
China Cymbal
Trashy, dark, and explosive sound, often used for dramatic effects and musical accents.
Crash/Ride Cymbal
Hybrid that combines properties of both crash and ride cymbals for versatility.
Hi-Hat Cymbals
Versatile, can produce both a crisp, staccato sound when closed and a longer, sizzling sound when open.
Stack Cymbal
Combine two or more cymbals for a complex, trashy sound; ideal for special effects and unique rhythms.
Finger Cymbal
High-pitched, light sound; often used in orchestral music and can be held in hand or mounted.
Crash Cymbal
Explosive, loud, and washy, used for accents and crescendos.
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