Best Sabian Hanging Cymbals 2026
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Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026
#1
⭐
4.8/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Sabian 18" AA Molto Symp. Susp. Orch.
by
Sabian
Orchestral
Modern Ensemble
Film Scoring
Key Feature:
• Multiple playing techniques available
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for crescendo effects
- • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Needs variety of mallets
Sabian 18" AA Molto Symp. Susp. Orch.Orchestra Crash CymbalSize: 18"AA SeriesThickness: thinSmoothshimmering...
⭐
4.8/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 569590
$472
#2
⭐
4.9/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Sabian 16" AA Molto Symp. Susp. Orch.
by
Sabian
Suspended Effects
Modern Ensemble
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Wide dynamic range capability
- • Multiple playing techniques available
✗ CONS
- • Needs variety of mallets
- • Expensive professional models
Sabian 16" AA Molto Symp. Susp. Orch.Orchestra Crash CymbalSize: 16"AA SeriesThickness: thinSmoothshimmering...
⭐
4.9/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 569586
$395
#3
⭐
5.0/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Sabian 18" AA Suspended Orchestral
by
Sabian
Film Scoring
Modern Ensemble
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Sustained orchestral color
✓ PROS
- • Wide dynamic range capability
- • Multiple playing techniques available
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Specialized playing techniques
Sabian 18" AA Suspended OrchestralSuspended Orchestra Crash CymbalSize: 18"AA SeriesThickness:...
⭐
5.0/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 569584
$472
#4
⭐
4.9/5
(8 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Sabian 17" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
by
Sabian
Suspended Effects
Film Scoring
Modern Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Essential orchestral voice
- • Sustained orchestral color
✗ CONS
- • Expensive professional models
- • Sensitive to mounting and damping
Sabian 17" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.Suspended CymbalSize: 17"Artisan Traditional Symphonic SeriesThinPremium...
⭐
4.9/5
(8 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 569597
$733
#5
⭐
4.8/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Sabian 20" AA Suspended Orchestral
by
Sabian
Film Scoring
Orchestral
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Multiple playing techniques available
✓ PROS
- • Multiple playing techniques available
- • Excellent for crescendo effects
✗ CONS
- • Requires quality suspension system
- • Sensitive to mounting and damping
Sabian 20" AA Suspended OrchestralSuspended Orchestra Crash CymbalSize: 20"AA SeriesThickness:...
⭐
4.8/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 569585
$438
#6
⭐
4.8/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Sabian 19" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
by
Sabian
Film Scoring
Modern Ensemble
Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Sustained orchestral color
✓ PROS
- • Wide dynamic range capability
- • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
- • Needs variety of mallets
- • Expensive professional models
Sabian 19" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.Orchestra CymbalSize: 19"ThinPremium sounds from the "Old...
⭐
4.8/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 299839
$868
#7
⭐
4.9/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Sabian 20" AA Molto Symp. Susp. Orch.
by
Sabian
Film Scoring
Suspended Effects
Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Multiple playing techniques available
- • Sustained orchestral color
✗ CONS
- • Requires quality suspension system
- • Sensitive to mounting and damping
Sabian 20" AA Molto Symp. Susp. Orch.Orchestra Crash CymbalSize: 20"Finish: NaturalThinSoftshimmering...
⭐
4.9/5
(7 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 539170
$548
#8
⭐
4.8/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Sabian 19" HHX Complex suspended
by
Sabian
Modern Ensemble
Orchestral
Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range capability
✓ PROS
- • Wide dynamic range capability
- • Multiple playing techniques available
✗ CONS
- • Specialized playing techniques
- • Sensitive to mounting and damping
Sabian 19" HHX Complex SuspendedSuspended Orchestra CymbalSize: 19"HHX Complex Espressivo SeriesMediumFinish:...
⭐
4.8/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 515315
$637
#9
⭐
5.0/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Sabian 20" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
by
Sabian
Suspended Effects
Contemporary Classical
Film Scoring
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range capability
✓ PROS
- • Excellent for crescendo effects
- • Sustained orchestral color
✗ CONS
- • Sensitive to mounting and damping
- • Specialized playing techniques
Sabian 20" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.Orchestra CymbalSize: 20"ThinPremium sounds from the "Old...
⭐
5.0/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 299840
$923
#10
⭐
4.5/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Sabian 16" AA Suspended Orchestral
by
Sabian
Contemporary Classical
Suspended Effects
Modern Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Excellent for crescendo effects
✓ PROS
- • Multiple playing techniques available
- • Wide dynamic range capability
✗ CONS
- • Specialized playing techniques
- • Requires quality suspension system
Sabian 16" AA Suspended OrchestralSuspended Orchestra Crash CymbalSize: 16"AA SeriesThickness:...
⭐
4.5/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 569583
$395
#11
⭐
4.9/5
(20 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Sabian 18" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
by
Sabian
Film Scoring
Suspended Effects
Modern Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
- • Multiple playing techniques available
- • Sustained orchestral color
✗ CONS
- • Needs variety of mallets
- • Specialized playing techniques
Sabian 18" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.Orchestra CymbalSize: 18"ThinPremium sounds of the "old world"...
⭐
4.9/5
(20 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 299838
$791
How to Choose the Best Hanging 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 hanging 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.
