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Best 20" Orchestral Cymbals Under $800 2025

Affordable 20" orchestral cymbals under $800 - 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 Beginner 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
Zultan 20" Orchestra extra heavy - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Zultan 20" Orchestra extra heavy

by Zultan
Grand Opera Special Effects Epic Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Extraordinary sustain capability
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for climactic moments
  • • Extraordinary sustain capability
✗ CONS
  • • Very expensive specialty item
  • • Overwhelming for most music

Zultan 20" Orchestra extra heavyOrchestral CymbalsSize: 20"Extra heavyFrom traditional Turkish...

⭐ 4.9/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 466164
$611
Buy at Thomann View Details
Istanbul Agop Orchestral 20" Xist Brilliant - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Istanbul Agop Orchestral 20" Xist Brilliant

by Istanbul Agop
Film Scoring Grand Opera Special Effects
Key Feature:
• Perfect for climactic moments
✓ PROS
  • • Ultimate orchestral power
  • • Specialty professional tool
✗ CONS
  • • Very expensive specialty item
  • • Overwhelming for most music

Istanbul Agop Orchestral 20" Xist Brilliant, Marching Cymbals, Size: 20", Weight (pair): Approx. 4.4 kg,...

⭐ 4.9/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 312878
$681
Buy at Thomann View Details
Istanbul Agop Marching 20" Xist Brilliant - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Istanbul Agop Marching 20" Xist Brilliant

by Istanbul Agop
Grand Opera Film Scoring Concert Hall
Key Feature:
• Specialty professional tool
✓ PROS
  • • Ultimate orchestral power
  • • Specialty professional tool
✗ CONS
  • • Overwhelming for most music
  • • Very narrow application range

Istanbul Agop Marching 20" Xist BrilliantMarching CymbalsSize: 20"BrilliantWeight (pair): Approx. 4.5...

⭐ 4.4/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 312867
$681
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 20" Orchestra heavy - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Zultan 20" Orchestra heavy

by Zultan
Epic Orchestra Special Effects Grand Opera
Key Feature:
• Perfect for climactic moments
✓ PROS
  • • Deepest harmonic complexity
  • • Ultimate orchestral power
✗ CONS
  • • Requires expert handling
  • • Very narrow application range

Zultan 20" Orchestra heavyOrchestral CymbalsSize: 20"HeavyFrom traditional Turkish productionWeight (pair):...

⭐ 4.8/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 466155
$611
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 20" Orchestra medium - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Zultan 20" Orchestra medium

by Zultan
Film Scoring Concert Hall Epic Orchestra
Key Feature:
• Extraordinary sustain capability
✓ PROS
  • • Deepest harmonic complexity
  • • Perfect for climactic moments
✗ CONS
  • • Extremely heavy and tiring
  • • Very narrow application range

Zultan 20" Orchestra mediumOrchestral CymbalsSize: 20"MediumFrom traditional Turkish productionWeight (pair):...

⭐ 4.8/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 466165
$611
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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