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Best Zultan Hanging Cymbals 2025

Premium Zultan hanging cymbals - legendary tone and craftsmanship

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

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Orchestral For Contemporary Classical For Film Scoring For Suspended Effects For Modern Ensemble
BRANDS: Sabian Zultan Istanbul Agop Meinl
Zultan 22" Heritage Orchestra Susp. - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Zultan 22" Heritage Orchestra Susp.

by Zultan
Orchestral Contemporary Classical Suspended Effects
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
  • • Sustained orchestral color
  • • Wide dynamic range capability
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized playing techniques
  • • Expensive professional models

Zultan 22" Heritage Orchestra Susp.Orchestral Suspended CymbalSize: 22"Heritage SeriesSuspendedFrom...

⭐ 4.8/5 (44 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 579730
$488
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Zultan 22" Orchestra Suspended - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Zultan 22" Orchestra Suspended

by Zultan
Film Scoring Modern Ensemble Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Excellent for crescendo effects
✓ PROS
  • • Sustained orchestral color
  • • Wide dynamic range capability
✗ CONS
  • • Needs variety of mallets
  • • Requires quality suspension system

Zultan 22" Orchestra Suspended, Orchestra Suspended Cymbal, Size: 22", Suspended, Manufactured with...

⭐ 4.7/5 (27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 466195
$366
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 24" Orchestra Suspended - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Zultan 24" Orchestra Suspended

by Zultan
Film Scoring Modern Ensemble Contemporary Classical
Key Feature:
• Multiple playing techniques available
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for crescendo effects
  • • Wide dynamic range capability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires quality suspension system
  • • Sensitive to mounting and damping

Zultan 24" Orchestra Suspended, Orchestra Suspended Cymbal, Size: 24", Suspended, Manufactured with...

⭐ 5.0/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 466196
$417
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 24" Heritage Orchestra Susp. - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Zultan 24" Heritage Orchestra Susp.

by Zultan
Film Scoring Suspended Effects Modern Ensemble
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
  • • Multiple playing techniques available
  • • Sustained orchestral color
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive professional models
  • • Needs variety of mallets

Zultan 24" Heritage Orchestra Susp.Orchestral Suspended CymbalSize: 24"Heritage SeriesSuspendedFrom...

⭐ 4.9/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 579731
$548
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 20" Orchestra Suspended - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Zultan 20" Orchestra Suspended

by Zultan
Film Scoring Contemporary Classical Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Excellent for crescendo effects
✓ PROS
  • • Sustained orchestral color
  • • Wide dynamic range capability
✗ CONS
  • • Requires quality suspension system
  • • Expensive professional models

Zultan 20" Orchestra Suspended, Orchestra Suspended Cymbal, Size: 20", Suspended, Manufactured with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 466194
$318
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 20" Heritage Orchestra Susp. - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Zultan 20" Heritage Orchestra Susp.

by Zultan
Orchestral Contemporary Classical Suspended Effects
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
  • • Wide dynamic range capability
  • • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
  • • Specialized playing techniques
  • • Expensive professional models

Zultan 20" Heritage Orchestra Susp.Orchestral Suspended CymbalSize: 20"Heritage SeriesSuspendedFrom...

⭐ 4.9/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 579729
$417
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 19" Orchestra Suspended - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Zultan 19" Orchestra Suspended

by Zultan
Film Scoring Orchestral Suspended Effects
Key Feature:
• Wide dynamic range capability
✓ PROS
  • • Multiple playing techniques available
  • • Wide dynamic range capability
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive professional models
  • • Requires quality suspension system

Zultan 19" Orchestra Suspended, Orchestra Suspended Cymbal, Size: 19", Suspended, Manufactured with...

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 466193
$296
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 18" Orchestra Suspended - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Zultan 18" Orchestra Suspended

by Zultan
Suspended Effects Modern Ensemble Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for crescendo effects
  • • Essential orchestral voice
✗ CONS
  • • Requires quality suspension system
  • • Needs variety of mallets

Zultan 18" Orchestra Suspended, Orchestra Suspended Cymbal, Size: 18", Suspended, Manufactured with...

⭐ 4.6/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 466192
$274
Buy at Thomann View Details
Zultan 18" Heritage Orchestra Susp. - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Zultan 18" Heritage Orchestra Susp.

by Zultan
Modern Ensemble Suspended Effects Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Essential orchestral voice
✓ PROS
  • • Essential orchestral voice
  • • Sustained orchestral color
✗ CONS
  • • Requires quality suspension system
  • • Needs variety of mallets

Zultan 18" Heritage Orchestra Susp.Orchestra Suspended CymbalSize: 18"Heritage SeriesSuspendedFrom...

⭐ 4.5/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 579728
$328
Buy at Thomann View Details

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.

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