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Best 20" Orchestral Cymbals Under $2,000 2025

Affordable 20" orchestral cymbals under $2,000 - great value without compromising quality

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Epic Orchestra For Grand Opera For Concert Hall For Film Scoring For Special Effects
BRANDS: Zildjian
Zildjian 20" K Constantinople VintageML - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Zildjian 20" K Constantinople VintageML

by Zildjian
Film Scoring Special Effects Concert Hall
Key Feature:
• Ultimate orchestral power
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for climactic moments
  • • Extraordinary sustain capability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires expert handling
  • • Very expensive specialty item

Zildjian 20" K Constantinople VintageMLOrchestral Cymbals (Pair)Size: 20"Medium lightFull sound without too...

⭐ 4.5/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 237542
$1,517
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Zildjian 20" K Constantinople SS MH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Zildjian 20" K Constantinople SS MH

by Zildjian
Special Effects Epic Orchestra Grand Opera
Key Feature:
• Specialty professional tool
✓ PROS
  • • Specialty professional tool
  • • Perfect for climactic moments
✗ CONS
  • • Requires expert handling
  • • Very narrow application range

Zildjian 20" K Constantinople SS MHOrchestra Cymbals (Pair)Size: 20"Medium heavyShimmering lows with a warm...

⭐ 4.6/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 237536
$1,429
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zildjian 20" Classic Orchestral Sel. MH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Zildjian 20" Classic Orchestral Sel. MH

by Zildjian
Grand Opera Film Scoring Concert Hall
Key Feature:
• Extraordinary sustain capability
✓ PROS
  • • Extraordinary sustain capability
  • • Ultimate orchestral power
✗ CONS
  • • Extremely heavy and tiring
  • • Overwhelming for most music

Zildjian 20" Classic Orchestral Sel. MHOrchestral CymbalsSize: 20"Medium heavyHeavy for more power and a...

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 237526
$1,055
Buy at Thomann View Details
Meinl 20" Symphonic Thin - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Meinl 20" Symphonic Thin

by Meinl
Grand Opera Film Scoring Epic Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Deepest harmonic complexity
✓ PROS
  • • Extraordinary sustain capability
  • • Deepest harmonic complexity
✗ CONS
  • • Overwhelming for most music
  • • Requires expert handling

Meinl 20" Symphonic Thin, Concert Cymbal, 20" Suspended Cymbal, Symphonic Thin, Incl. Concert handle in...

⭐ 4.9/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 241948
$1,077
Buy at Thomann View Details
Meinl 20" Symphonic, Medium - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Meinl 20" Symphonic, Medium

by Meinl
Film Scoring Grand Opera Special Effects
Key Feature:
• Specialty professional tool
✓ PROS
  • • Specialty professional tool
  • • Deepest harmonic complexity
✗ CONS
  • • Very expensive specialty item
  • • Requires expert handling

Meinl 20" Symphonic MediumConcert cymbalsSize: 20"Suspended CymbalMediumWeight (pair): Approx. 5 kgLeather...

⭐ 4.9/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 241947
$1,077
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sabian 20" AA Viennese Medium Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Sabian 20" AA Viennese Medium Natural

by Sabian
Special Effects Grand Opera Film Scoring
Key Feature:
• Extraordinary sustain capability
✓ PROS
  • • Extraordinary sustain capability
  • • Specialty professional tool
✗ CONS
  • • Overwhelming for most music
  • • Very narrow application range

Sabian 20" AA Viennese Medium NaturalOrchestral CymbalsSize: 20"AA Viennese seriesStrength: MediumNatural...

⭐ 4.7/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 493942
$1,165
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sabian 20" HHX Synergy Brilliant M - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Sabian 20" HHX Synergy Brilliant M

by Sabian
Grand Opera Film Scoring Special Effects
Key Feature:
• Deepest harmonic complexity
✓ PROS
  • • Deepest harmonic complexity
  • • Extraordinary sustain capability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires expert handling
  • • Very expensive specialty item

Sabian 20" HHX Synergy Brilliant MOrchestral CymbalsSize: 20"MediumThese cymbals combine lowmedium and high...

⭐ 4.8/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 237434
$1,330
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zildjian 20" K' Symphonic Light - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Zildjian 20" K' Symphonic Light

by Zildjian
Epic Orchestra Special Effects Film Scoring
Key Feature:
• Perfect for climactic moments
✓ PROS
  • • Extraordinary sustain capability
  • • Ultimate orchestral power
✗ CONS
  • • Very expensive specialty item
  • • Extremely heavy and tiring

Zildjian 20" K' Symphonic LightOrchestral Cymbals (Pair)Size: 20"Medium heavyUniform timbre across all...

⭐ 4.7/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 237551
$1,275
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zildjian 20" K Constantinople ML - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Zildjian 20" K Constantinople ML

by Zildjian
Grand Opera Epic Orchestra Concert Hall
Key Feature:
• Specialty professional tool
✓ PROS
  • • Specialty professional tool
  • • Extraordinary sustain capability
✗ CONS
  • • Very expensive specialty item
  • • Overwhelming for most music

Zildjian 20" K Constantinople MLOrchestral Cymbals (Pair)Size: 20"Medium lightSomewhat brighter for a warmer...

⭐ 4.8/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 237537
$1,429
Buy at Thomann View Details
Meinl 20" Symphonic Extra Heavy - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Meinl 20" Symphonic Extra Heavy

by Meinl
Special Effects Film Scoring Grand Opera
Key Feature:
• Ultimate orchestral power
✓ PROS
  • • Deepest harmonic complexity
  • • Extraordinary sustain capability
✗ CONS
  • • Overwhelming for most music
  • • Requires expert handling

Meinl 20" Symphonic Extra HeavyConcert CymbalsSize: 20"SymphonicExtra heavyWeight (pair): Approx. 6.3...

⭐ 4.9/5 (12 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 264667
$1,077
Buy at Thomann View Details
Sabian 20" HHX New Viennese Natural - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Sabian 20" HHX New Viennese Natural

by Sabian
Concert Hall Special Effects Grand Opera
Key Feature:
• Deepest harmonic complexity
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for climactic moments
  • • Ultimate orchestral power
✗ CONS
  • • Overwhelming for most music
  • • Requires expert handling

Sabian 20" HHX New Viennese NaturalOrchestral CymbalsSize: 20"HHX New Symphonic Viennese seriesStrength:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 492782
$1,330
Buy at Thomann View Details
Paiste 20" Symphonic Medium Light - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Paiste 20" Symphonic Medium Light

by Paiste
Epic Orchestra Film Scoring Concert Hall
Key Feature:
• Extraordinary sustain capability
✓ PROS
  • • Deepest harmonic complexity
  • • Ultimate orchestral power
✗ CONS
  • • Very narrow application range
  • • Extremely heavy and tiring

Paiste 20" Symphonic Medium LightOrchestral CymbalsSize: 20"Symphonic seriesmedium - medium lightDynamic...

⭐ 4.6/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 101143
$1,473
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best 20" Orchestral 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 20" orchestral 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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