Best 14" China Cymbals 2025

Top-rated 14" china cymbals 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

Sabian 14" HHX Evolution Mini China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Sabian 14" HHX Evolution Mini China

Aggressive Power Stage
Key Feature:
• Professional stage presence
✓ PROS
  • • Great power and projection
  • • Professional stage presence
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overpowering in small venues
  • • May be too aggressive for subtle music

Sabian 14" HHX Evolution Mini China, Sabian 14" HHX Evolution Series, Mini China, Brilliant finish

4.5/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Paiste 14" Rude Blast China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Paiste 14" Rude Blast China

Metal Stage Aggressive
Key Feature:
• Great power and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Great power and projection
  • • Excellent for aggressive musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower other cymbals
  • • Can be overpowering in small venues

Paiste 14" Rude Blast ChinaChina CymbalRude seriesSize: 14"Explosive and nasty china cymbalIdeal for blast...

4.9/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Sabian 14" AAX Mini China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Sabian 14" AAX Mini China

Stage Aggressive Metal
Key Feature:
• Excellent for aggressive musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • 14-inch size provides substantial china character
  • • Excellent for aggressive musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower other cymbals
  • • Higher cost than smaller alternatives

Sabian 14" AAX Mini China, 14" Mini China Cymbal, AAX series, Brilliant finish, Very aggressive accenting...

4.6/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Zildjian 14" Oriental China Trash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Zildjian 14" Oriental China Trash

Aggressive Stage Power
Key Feature:
• Excellent for aggressive musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Great power and projection
  • • Good sustain with trashy attack
✗ CONS
  • • Larger size takes more setup space
  • • May be too aggressive for subtle music

Zildjian 14" Oriental China TrashOriental China Trash CymbalSize: 14"Oriental seriesBrilliant finishAuthentic...

4.8/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Meinl 14" Byzance China Brilliant - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Meinl 14" Byzance China Brilliant

Stage Punk Rock
Key Feature:
• Great power and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Great power and projection
  • • Professional stage presence
✗ CONS
  • • Larger size takes more setup space
  • • May overpower other cymbals

Meinl 14" Byzance China Brilliant14" China CymbalBrilliant finishAggressiveexotic and very assertive...

5.0/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Masterwork 14" Custom China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Masterwork 14" Custom China

Aggressive Power Stage
Key Feature:
• Great power and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for aggressive musical styles
  • • 14-inch size provides substantial china character
✗ CONS
  • • May be too aggressive for subtle music
  • • Can be overpowering in small venues

Masterwork 14" Custom China, 14 " China Cymbal The all-round cymbal in the assortment. A remarkable frequency...

4.6/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Meinl 14" Generation X Jingle China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Meinl 14" Generation X Jingle China

Power Punk Metal
Key Feature:
• Good sustain with trashy attack
✓ PROS
  • • Professional stage presence
  • • Great power and projection
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower other cymbals
  • • May be too aggressive for subtle music

Meinl 14" Generation X Jingle China14" Jingle Filter ChinaGeneration X seriesRegular finishCombines the...

5.0/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Meinl 14" Byzance China Traditional - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Meinl 14" Byzance China Traditional

Stage Power Punk
Key Feature:
• Great power and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Good sustain with trashy attack
  • • Excellent for aggressive musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower other cymbals
  • • Larger size takes more setup space

Meinl 14" Byzance China Traditional, Byzance Cymbal, Size 14 " China, Are made by hand in Turkey, Refined and...

4.6/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Paiste 14" 900 Color Sound China BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Paiste 14" 900 Color Sound China BK

Aggressive Stage Rock
Key Feature:
• 14-inch size provides substantial china character
✓ PROS
  • • 14-inch size provides substantial china character
  • • Excellent for aggressive musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • May overpower other cymbals
  • • Larger size takes more setup space

Paiste 14" 900 Color Sound China BKChina CymbalSize: 14 "900 Colour Sound SeriesMade from B8 (2002)...

4.9/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Meinl 14" Generation X Filter China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Meinl 14" Generation X Filter China

Rock Punk Aggressive
Key Feature:
• Good sustain with trashy attack
✓ PROS
  • • 14-inch size provides substantial china character
  • • Professional stage presence
✗ CONS
  • • Larger size takes more setup space
  • • Higher cost than smaller alternatives

Meinl 14" Generation X Filter China14" Filter ChinaGeneration X seriesRegular finishVery shortaggressive...

4.5/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Paiste PST7 14" China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Paiste PST7 14" China

Power Stage Rock
Key Feature:
• Professional stage presence
✓ PROS
  • • 14-inch size provides substantial china character
  • • Excellent for aggressive musical styles
✗ CONS
  • • Larger size takes more setup space
  • • May be too aggressive for subtle music

Paiste PST7 14" ChinaChina CymbalSize: 14"PST7 seriesTraditional sound and lookMaterial: CuSn8 bronzePowerful...

4.6/5 (38 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Paiste 14" 900 Series China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Paiste 14" 900 Series China

Aggressive Stage Punk
Key Feature:
• Excellent for aggressive musical styles
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for aggressive musical styles
  • • Good sustain with trashy attack
✗ CONS
  • • Higher cost than smaller alternatives
  • • May overpower other cymbals

Paiste 14" 900 Series ChinaChina CymbalSize: 14"900 SeriesMade of B8 (2002) BronzeExplosive crash sound for...

4.8/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Zultan 14" Rock Beat China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Zultan 14" Rock Beat China

Punk Aggressive Stage
Key Feature:
• Good sustain with trashy attack
✓ PROS
  • • Good sustain with trashy attack
  • • 14-inch size provides substantial china character
✗ CONS
  • • Can be overpowering in small venues
  • • Larger size takes more setup space

Zultan 14" Rock Beat ChinaChina CymbalSize: 14 "Rock beat seriesShort and fast responding China cymbal with...

4.9/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Thomann China Cymbal 35cm - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Thomann China Cymbal 35cm

Stage Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Professional stage presence
✓ PROS
  • • 14-inch size provides substantial china character
  • • Good sustain with trashy attack
✗ CONS
  • • May be too aggressive for subtle music
  • • May overpower other cymbals

Thomann China Cymbal 35cm, China Cymbal, Diameter: 35 cm, 14", Handmade in Wuhan

4.7/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10

How to Choose the Best 14" China Cymbals

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 14" china cymbals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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