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Best 21" Orchestral Cymbals 2025

Top-rated 21" orchestral cymbals 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

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

SKILL LEVELS: For Intermediate For Professional
GENRES & STYLES: For Experimental Classical
Zultan 22" Orchestra extra heavy - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Zultan 22" Orchestra extra heavy

by Zultan
Experimental Classical Grand Opera Special Effects
Key Feature:
• Maximum possible cymbal impact
✓ PROS
  • • Professional specialty tool
  • • Dramatic effect potential
✗ CONS
  • • Limited to special applications
  • • Very expensive rare investment

Zultan 22" Orchestra extra heavyOrchestra CymbalSize: 22"Extra HeavyFrom traditional Turkish productionWeight...

⭐ 5.0/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 466162
$733
Buy at Thomann View Details
Meinl 22" Symphonic Extra Heavy - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Meinl 22" Symphonic Extra Heavy

by Meinl
Special Effects Experimental Classical Epic Film Scores
Key Feature:
• Extreme sustain capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Dramatic effect potential
  • • Professional specialty tool
✗ CONS
  • • Requires expert technique
  • • Very expensive rare investment

Meinl 22" Symphonic Extra HeavyConcert Cymbals22" SymphonicWeight: Approx. 7.5 Kg/pairExtra heavyLeather...

⭐ 4.7/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 264668
$1,319
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 21" Orchestra Heritage Heavy - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Zultan 21" Orchestra Heritage Heavy

by Zultan
Experimental Classical Epic Film Scores Grand Opera
Key Feature:
• Professional specialty tool
✓ PROS
  • • Professional specialty tool
  • • Dramatic effect potential
✗ CONS
  • • Impractical for regular use
  • • Limited to special applications

Zultan 21" Orchestra Heritage HeavyOrchestral CymbalsSize: 21"Heritage SeriesHeavyFrom traditional Turkish...

⭐ 4.6/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 579726
$878
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 22" Orchestra heavy - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Zultan 22" Orchestra heavy

by Zultan
Special Effects Epic Film Scores Experimental Classical
Key Feature:
• Dramatic effect potential
✓ PROS
  • • Unique orchestral color
  • • Extreme sustain capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Very expensive rare investment
  • • Requires expert technique

Zultan 22" Orchestra heavyOrchestra CymbalSize: 22"HeavyFrom traditional Turkish productionWeight (pair):...

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 466154
$733
Buy at Thomann View Details
Meinl 22" Symphonic Thin - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Meinl 22" Symphonic Thin

by Meinl
Grand Opera Special Effects Epic Film Scores
Key Feature:
• Dramatic effect potential
✓ PROS
  • • Maximum possible cymbal impact
  • • Professional specialty tool
✗ CONS
  • • Impractical for regular use
  • • Limited to special applications

Meinl 22" Symphonic ThinConcert Cymbals22" suspended cymbalWeight: Approx. 5.5 kg/pairSymphonic ThinLeather...

⭐ 4.4/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 241949
$1,319
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 22" Orchestra medium - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Zultan 22" Orchestra medium

by Zultan
Grand Opera Experimental Classical Special Effects
Key Feature:
• Professional specialty tool
✓ PROS
  • • Unique orchestral color
  • • Dramatic effect potential
✗ CONS
  • • Limited to special applications
  • • Extremely heavy and unwieldy

Zultan 22" Orchestra mediumOrchestra CymbalSize: 22"MediumFrom traditional Turkish productionWeight (pair):...

⭐ 4.8/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 466163
$733
Buy at Thomann View Details
Meinl 22" Symphonic Medium - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Meinl 22" Symphonic Medium

by Meinl
Special Effects Experimental Classical Grand Opera
Key Feature:
• Unique orchestral color
✓ PROS
  • • Maximum possible cymbal impact
  • • Extreme sustain capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Requires expert technique
  • • Limited to special applications

Meinl 22" Symphonic Medium, Orchestra Cymbals, 22" Symphonic, Weight: Approx. 6 kg/pair, Medium, Leather...

⭐ 4.6/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 241950
$1,319
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best 21" 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 21" 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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