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Best 16" China Cymbals Under $300 2025

Affordable 16" china cymbals under $300 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $100 Under $200 Under $300 Under $500
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Metal For Large Venues For Power For Professional For Heavy Music
BRANDS: Zultan Meinl Paiste
Istanbul Agop 16" Traditional China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Istanbul Agop 16" Traditional China

by Istanbul Agop
Metal Rock Power
Key Feature:
• Great for heavy rock and metal
✓ PROS
  • • Large 16-inch size for maximum china impact
  • • Excellent projection in large venues
✗ CONS
  • • May be too much for many musical styles
  • • Very loud and potentially overpowering

Istanbul Agop 16" Taditional ChinaChina CymbalSize: 16"Traditional SeriesB20 AlloyTurnedRich and warm...

⭐ 4.5/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 579368
$296
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Paiste 2002 Classic China 16" - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Paiste 2002 Classic China 16"

by Paiste
Power Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Great for heavy rock and metal
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent projection in large venues
  • • Large 16-inch size for maximum china impact
✗ CONS
  • • Large size requires significant setup space
  • • May be too much for many musical styles

Paiste 2002 Classic China 16", 16" China CymbalAn exotic, powerful cymbal with a traditionally shaped bell....

⭐ 4.6/5 (16 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 121506
$296
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Meinl 16" Classics C. Dual Trash Ch. - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Meinl 16" Classics C. Dual Trash Ch.

by Meinl
Metal Power Rock
Key Feature:
• Substantial visual and sonic presence
✓ PROS
  • • Great for heavy rock and metal
  • • Excellent projection in large venues
✗ CONS
  • • May be too much for many musical styles
  • • Can dominate mix if not balanced properly

Meinl 16" Classics C. Dual Trash Ch.Trash China CymbalSize: 16"Material: B-12 BronzeFinish: Dark /...

⭐ 4.5/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 528057
$215
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Zultan 16" Mellow China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Zultan 16" Mellow China

by Zultan
Heavy Music Professional Rock
Key Feature:
• Excellent projection in large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Great for heavy rock and metal
  • • Excellent projection in large venues
✗ CONS
  • • May be too much for many musical styles
  • • Can dominate mix if not balanced properly

Zultan 16" Mellow ChinaChina CymbalSize: 16"Mellow SeriesMaterial: B20 bronze alloyReduces the cymbal volume...

⭐ 4.4/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 561617
$274
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Zultan 16" Dune China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Zultan 16" Dune China

by Zultan
Metal Rock Professional
Key Feature:
• Excellent projection in large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Large 16-inch size for maximum china impact
  • • Excellent projection in large venues
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive investment
  • • Large size requires significant setup space

Zultan 16" Dune ChinaChina cymbalSize: 16"Dune seriesHand-hammeredPremium China cymbals from traditional...

⭐ 4.7/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 450118
$219
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Istanbul Agop 16" Xist China Brilliant - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Istanbul Agop 16" Xist China Brilliant

by Istanbul Agop
Heavy Music Power Metal
Key Feature:
• Excellent projection in large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent projection in large venues
  • • Large 16-inch size for maximum china impact
✗ CONS
  • • Very loud and potentially overpowering
  • • Large size requires significant setup space

Istanbul Agop 16" Xist China BrilliantChina CymbalSize: 16"Xist SeriesBrilliant finishProfessional quality in...

⭐ 4.6/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 505872
$252
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Zultan 16" Rock Beat China Holey - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Zultan 16" Rock Beat China Holey

by Zultan
Metal Large Venues Power
Key Feature:
• Excellent projection in large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Professional power and sustain
  • • Substantial visual and sonic presence
✗ CONS
  • • Large size requires significant setup space
  • • May be too much for many musical styles

Zultan 16" Rock Beat China HoleyChinaSize: 16"Rock beat seriesDue to the sound holes this China cymbal...

⭐ 4.6/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 320639
$208
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Zultan 16" Rock Beat Trash China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Zultan 16" Rock Beat Trash China

by Zultan
Professional Large Venues Metal
Key Feature:
• Excellent projection in large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent projection in large venues
  • • Great for heavy rock and metal
✗ CONS
  • • Can dominate mix if not balanced properly
  • • Large size requires significant setup space

Zultan 16" Rock Beat Trash ChinaTrash China cymbalSize: 16"Rock Beat seriesMaterial: B20 bronzeFullvoluminous...

⭐ 4.6/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 407803
$263
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Paiste 16" Rude Wild China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Paiste 16" Rude Wild China

by Paiste
Rock Professional Large Venues
Key Feature:
• Excellent projection in large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Great for heavy rock and metal
  • • Large 16-inch size for maximum china impact
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive investment
  • • Very loud and potentially overpowering

Paiste 16" Rude Wild ChinaChina CymbalSize: 16"Darkfullearthy sounding ChinaWide sound rangeHeavy basic...

⭐ 4.4/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 295087
$296
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Istanbul Agop 16" Xist ION China Brilliant - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Istanbul Agop 16" Xist ION China Brilliant

by Istanbul Agop
Power Rock Heavy Music
Key Feature:
• Great for heavy rock and metal
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent projection in large venues
  • • Large 16-inch size for maximum china impact
✗ CONS
  • • Large size requires significant setup space
  • • Expensive investment

Istanbul Agop 16" Xist ION China BrilliantChina CymbalSize: 16"Xist ION seriesBrilliant finishMaterial: B20...

⭐ 4.6/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 382943
$252
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UFIP 16" FX Fast China - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

UFIP 16" FX Fast China

by UFIP
Large Venues Heavy Music Professional
Key Feature:
• Professional power and sustain
✓ PROS
  • • Large 16-inch size for maximum china impact
  • • Substantial visual and sonic presence
✗ CONS
  • • May be too much for many musical styles
  • • Very loud and potentially overpowering

UFIP 16" FX Fast China20" Fast ChinaClass seriesThe UFIP Class series always has something more to offermore...

⭐ 4.4/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 201906
$274
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Zultan 16" China CS Series - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Zultan 16" China CS Series

by Zultan
Rock Professional Power
Key Feature:
• Excellent projection in large venues
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent projection in large venues
  • • Professional power and sustain
✗ CONS
  • • Can dominate mix if not balanced properly
  • • Very loud and potentially overpowering

Zultan 16" China CS SeriesChina cymbalSize: 16"Turkish-made premium China cymbalCS SeriesMade of B25...

⭐ 4.8/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 281100
$215
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How to Choose the Best 16" 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 16" 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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