Best 14" China Cymbals Under $200 2026
Affordable 14" china cymbals under $200 - great value without compromising quality
Last updated: January 7, 2026 • Next update: January 14, 2026
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Under $200
#1
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5.0/5
(28 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Meinl 14" Generation X Jingle China
by
Meinl
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...
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5.0/5
(28 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 223835
$142
#2
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4.6/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Masterwork 14" Custom China
by
Masterwork
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...
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4.6/5
(54 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 111598
$149
#3
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4.9/5
(16 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Zultan 14" Rock Beat China
by
Zultan
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...
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4.9/5
(16 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 273255
$131
#4
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4.5/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Meinl 14" Generation X Filter China
by
Meinl
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...
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4.5/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 223738
$131
#5
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4.9/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Paiste 14" 900 Color Sound China BK
by
Paiste
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)...
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4.9/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 407557
$138
#6
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4.8/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Paiste 14" 900 Series China
by
Paiste
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...
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4.8/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 407525
$127
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.
