Masterwork

China, est. 2010s · 71 products across 1 categories

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About Masterwork

Masterwork has quietly established itself as a significant player in the drum and percussion market, offering a diverse range of cymbals catering to various playing styles. While not a household name like Zildjian or Sabian, Masterwork has garnered respect among drummers seeking a balance of quality and value. They've focused on delivering consistent performance and a broad selection of sizes and types.

Founded
2010s
Country
China
Segment
Mid-range
Target
Masterwork is best suited for intermediate to advanced drummers and percussionis
Known For
Troy Series (versatile, popular sets) Hi-Hat versatility (wide range of sizes) China Cymbals (responsive and bright) Splash Cymbal breadth (extensive selection) Custom Cymbal Sets (tailored sound profiles)
PROS
  • • Good value for the performance level
  • • Wide selection of cymbal sizes and types
  • • Consistent manufacturing quality
  • • Bright, responsive tones across the range
  • • Attractive aesthetic design and finish
CONS
  • • Limited brand recognition compared to established giants
  • • May lack the nuanced complexity of premium brands
  • • Distribution network not as extensive globally
  • • Can be perceived as 'generic' by some experienced players
  • • Sound leans toward brighter, potentially less versatile for some genres

Masterwork Products

Masterwork Troy Traditional 4pcs Set - Cymbal Sets

Masterwork Troy Traditional 4pcs Set

Cymbal Sets

$571
Cymbal Set, Set consists of: 14‘’ Hi-Hat, 16‘’ Crash, 18‘’ Crash,...
4.5 Expert Rating
Masterwork Troy Traditional 3pcs Set - Cymbal Sets

Masterwork Troy Traditional 3pcs Set

Cymbal Sets

$468
Cymbal Set, Set consists of: 14‘’ Hi-Hat, 16‘’ Crash, 20‘’ Ride,...
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork 22" Troy Traditional Ride - 22" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 22" Troy Traditional Ride

22" Ride Cymbals

$237
Masterwork 22" Troy Traditional Ride, Ride Cymbal, Size: 22", Material: B25 Bronze, Finish: Traditional, Hand-hammered,...
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork 21" Troy Traditional Ride - 21" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 21" Troy Traditional Ride

21" Ride Cymbals

$219
Masterwork 21" Troy Traditional Ride, Ride Cymbal, Size: 21", Material: B25 Bronze, Finish: Traditional, Hand-hammered,...
4.9 Expert Rating
Masterwork 20" Troy Traditional Ride - 20" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 20" Troy Traditional Ride

20" Ride Cymbals

$208
Masterwork 20" Troy Traditional Ride, Ride Cymbal, Size: 20", Material: B25 bronze, Finish: Traditional, Hand-hammered,...
4.6 Expert Rating
Masterwork 20" Troy Traditional Crash - 20" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 20" Troy Traditional Crash

20" Crash Cymbals

$193
Masterwork 20" Troy Traditional Crash, Crash Cymbal, Size: 20", Material: B25 bronze, Finish: Traditional,...
4.7 Expert Rating
Masterwork 18" Troy Traditional Crash - 18" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 18" Troy Traditional Crash

18" Crash Cymbals

$169
Masterwork 18" Troy Traditional Crash, Crash Cymbal, Size: 18", Material: B 25 Bronze, Finish: Traditional,...
4.9 Expert Rating
Masterwork 16" Troy Traditional Crash - 16" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 16" Troy Traditional Crash

16" Crash Cymbals

$138
Masterwork 16" Troy Traditional Crash, Crash Cymbal, Size: 16", Material: B25 bronze, Finish: Traditional,...
4.7 Expert Rating
Masterwork 14" Troy Traditional Crash - 14" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 14" Troy Traditional Crash

14" Crash Cymbals

$122
Masterwork 14" Troy Traditional Crash, Crash Cymbal, Size: 14", Material: B25 bronze, Finish: Traditional,...
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork 10" Troy Traditional Splash - 10" Splash Cymbals

Masterwork 10" Troy Traditional Splash

10" Splash Cymbals

$76
Masterwork 10" Troy Traditional Splash, Splash Cymbal, Size: 10", Material: B25 bronze, Finish: Traditional,...
4.5 Expert Rating
Masterwork 14" Troy Traditional Hi-Hat - 14" Hi-Hat Cymbals

Masterwork 14" Troy Traditional Hi-Hat

14" Hi-Hat Cymbals

$197
Masterwork 14" Troy Traditional Hi-Hat, Hi-Hat Cymbal, Size: 14", Material: B25 bronze, Finish: Traditional,...
4.7 Expert Rating
Masterwork 13" Troy Traditional Hi-Hat - 13" Hi-Hat Cymbals

Masterwork 13" Troy Traditional Hi-Hat

13" Hi-Hat Cymbals

$180
Masterwork 13" Troy Traditional Hi-Hat, Hi-Hat Cymbals, Size: 13", Material: B25 bronze, Finish: Traditional,...
4.4 Expert Rating
Masterwork 12" Troy Traditional Hi-Hat - 12" Hi-Hat Cymbals

Masterwork 12" Troy Traditional Hi-Hat

12" Hi-Hat Cymbals

$169
Masterwork 12" Troy Traditional Hi-Hat, Hi-Hat Cymbal, Size: 12", Material: B25 bronze, Finish: Traditional,...
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork Jazz Master Cymbal Set - Cymbal Sets

Masterwork Jazz Master Cymbal Set

Cymbal Sets

$659
, 14" Jazz Master Hi-Hat, 16" Jazz Master Crash, 20" Jazz Master Ride
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork 22" Custom Rock Ride - 22" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 22" Custom Rock Ride

22" Ride Cymbals

$263
Masterwork 22" Custom Rock Ride, Rock Ride Cymbal, Size: 22", Custom Series, Traditional finish, Completely handmade...
4.9 Expert Rating
Masterwork 14" Troy Crash - 14" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 14" Troy Crash

14" Crash Cymbals

$131
Masterwork 14" Troy Crash, Crash Cymbal, Size: 14", Troy Series, B25 alloy, Hand-hammered, Brilliant finish, The Troy...
4.7 Expert Rating
Masterwork 18" Troy Crash - 18" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 18" Troy Crash

18" Crash Cymbals

$186
Masterwork 18" Troy Crash, Crash Cymbal, Size: 18", "Troy" Series, Brilliant finish, The Troy Series is the perfect...
4.5 Expert Rating
Masterwork Custom Cymbal Set - Cymbal Sets

Masterwork Custom Cymbal Set

Cymbal Sets

$604
Cymbal Set, Masterwork Custom Series, Manufactured according to Turkish tradition...
5 Expert Rating
Masterwork Troy Cymbal Set - Cymbal Sets

Masterwork Troy Cymbal Set

Cymbal Sets

$538
Cymbal SetThe Troy series is the perfect start to the Masterwork world. It is hand hammered...
4.7 Expert Rating
Masterwork 21" Resonant Ride - 21" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 21" Resonant Ride

21" Ride Cymbals

$241
Masterwork 21" Resonant Ride, 21" Ride
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork 20" Resonant Crash - 20" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 20" Resonant Crash

20" Crash Cymbals

$244
Masterwork 20" Resonant Crash, Crash CymbalThe Resonant series is hand-polished to give its shiny finish and brilliant...
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork 18" Resonant Crash - 18" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 18" Resonant Crash

18" Crash Cymbals

$219
Masterwork 18" Resonant Crash, 18" CrashThe Resonant series is hand-polished with a high gloss finish, which allows it...
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork 16" Resonant Crash - 16" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 16" Resonant Crash

16" Crash Cymbals

$186
Masterwork 16" Resonant Crash, 16" Crash
4.6 Expert Rating
Masterwork 15" Resonant Crash - 15" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 15" Resonant Crash

15" Crash Cymbals

$164
Masterwork 15" Resonant Crash, 15" Crash
5 Expert Rating
Masterwork 14" Resonant Crash - 14" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 14" Resonant Crash

14" Crash Cymbals

$149
Masterwork 14" Resonant Crash, 14" CrashThe Resonant Series cymbals are hand-polished, lending them their high gloss...
4.7 Expert Rating
Masterwork 14" Resonant Hi-Hat - 14" Hi-Hat Cymbals

Masterwork 14" Resonant Hi-Hat

14" Hi-Hat Cymbals

$263
Masterwork 14" Resonant Hi-Hat, 14" Hi-Hat
4.9 Expert Rating
Masterwork 13" Resonant Hi-Hat - 13" Hi-Hat Cymbals

Masterwork 13" Resonant Hi-Hat

13" Hi-Hat Cymbals

$274
Masterwork 13" Resonant Hi-Hat, 13" Hi-HatThe Resonant series is hand-polished to give it its shiny surface and...
4.5 Expert Rating
Masterwork 22" Jazz Master Ride - 22" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 22" Jazz Master Ride

22" Ride Cymbals

$285
Masterwork 22" Jazz Master Ride, 22" Ride
4.6 Expert Rating
Masterwork 20" Jazz Master Ride - 20" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 20" Jazz Master Ride

20" Ride Cymbals

$274
Masterwork 20" Jazz Master Ride, Ride Cymbal
4.9 Expert Rating
Masterwork 18" Jazz Master Crash - 18" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 18" Jazz Master Crash

18" Crash Cymbals

$219
Masterwork 18" Jazz Master Crash, 18" CrashDespite a full, deep core sound and an extremely wide frequency spectrum,...
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork 15" Jazz Master Hi-Hat - 15" Hi-Hat Cymbals

Masterwork 15" Jazz Master Hi-Hat

15" Hi-Hat Cymbals

$351
Masterwork 15" Jazz Master Hi-Hat, 15 "Hi-HatThe JazzMaster range offers a clear stock definition with brilliant...
4.9 Expert Rating
Masterwork 22" Custom Ride - 22" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 22" Custom Ride

22" Ride Cymbals

$274
Masterwork 22" Custom Ride, 22" Ride
4.4 Expert Rating
Masterwork 20" Custom Rock Ride - 20" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 20" Custom Rock Ride

20" Ride Cymbals

$241
Masterwork 20" Custom Rock Ride, 20" Rock Ride
4.9 Expert Rating
Masterwork 20" Custom Medium Ride - 20" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 20" Custom Medium Ride

20" Ride Cymbals

$252
Masterwork 20" Custom Medium Ride, 20" Medium Ride
4.9 Expert Rating
Masterwork 20" Custom Ride - 20" Ride Cymbals

Masterwork 20" Custom Ride

20" Ride Cymbals

$230
Masterwork 20" Custom Ride, Ride CymbalThe all-rounder cymbal in the range.
4.7 Expert Rating
Masterwork 18" Custom China - 18" China Cymbals

Masterwork 18" Custom China

18" China Cymbals

$204
Masterwork 18" Custom China, 18" ChinaThe all-round cymbal in the range. A remarkable sound spectrum and a warm basic...
5 Expert Rating
Masterwork 14" Custom China - 14" China Cymbals

Masterwork 14" Custom China

14" China Cymbals

$149
Masterwork 14" Custom China, 14 " China Cymbal The all-round cymbal in the assortment. A remarkable frequency range and...
4.6 Expert Rating
Masterwork 20" Custom Crash - 20" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 20" Custom Crash

20" Crash Cymbals

$219
Masterwork 20" Custom Crash, 20" CrashThe all-round Cymbal in the range. Considerable sound spectrum and a warm basic...
4.7 Expert Rating
Masterwork 18" Custom Rock Crash - 18" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 18" Custom Rock Crash

18" Crash Cymbals

$208
Masterwork 18" Custom Rock Crash, 18" Rock CrashThe Allround-Cymbal product range. A remarkable sound spectrum and a...
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork 18" Custom Crash - 18" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 18" Custom Crash

18" Crash Cymbals

$208
Masterwork 18" Custom Crash, 18" CrashThe all-round cymbal in the range. A remarkable sound spectrum and a warm basic...
4.7 Expert Rating
Masterwork 17" Custom Crash - 17" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 17" Custom Crash

17" Crash Cymbals

$197
Masterwork 17" Custom Crash, 17" Crash
4.5 Expert Rating
Masterwork 16" Custom Rock Crash - 16" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 16" Custom Rock Crash

16" Crash Cymbals

$175
Masterwork 16" Custom Rock Crash, 16 "Rock CrashThe all-round Cymbal of the series. A remarkable sound spectrum and a...
4.9 Expert Rating
Masterwork 16" Custom Thin Crash - 16" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 16" Custom Thin Crash

16" Crash Cymbals

$175
Masterwork 16" Custom Thin Crash, 16" Thin CrashThe all-round cymbal in the range. A remarkable sound spectrum and a...
4.5 Expert Rating
Masterwork 16" Custom Crash - 16" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 16" Custom Crash

16" Crash Cymbals

$182
Masterwork 16" Custom Crash, 16" CrashThe all-round cymbal in the range. A remarkable sound spectrum and a warm basic...
4.5 Expert Rating
Masterwork 15" Custom Crash - 15" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 15" Custom Crash

15" Crash Cymbals

$142
Masterwork 15" Custom Crash, 15" Crash
4.8 Expert Rating
Masterwork 15" Custom Thin Crash - 15" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 15" Custom Thin Crash

15" Crash Cymbals

$160
Masterwork 15" Custom Thin Crash, 15" Thin Crash
4.9 Expert Rating
Masterwork 14" Custom Crash - 14" Crash Cymbals

Masterwork 14" Custom Crash

14" Crash Cymbals

$149
Masterwork 14" Custom Crash, 14" CrashThe all-round cymbal in the range. A remarkable sound spectrum and a warm basic...
4.6 Expert Rating
Masterwork 12" Custom Splash - 12" Splash Cymbals

Masterwork 12" Custom Splash

12" Splash Cymbals

$109
Masterwork 12" Custom Splash, Splash Cymbal
5 Expert Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions About Masterwork

Masterwork cymbals are manufactured in China, utilizing traditional cymbal-making techniques with modern production processes to ensure quality and consistency.

While some Masterwork models feature hand-hammering for enhanced complexity and character, the majority are machine-latted and finished, contributing to their affordability and consistent sound.

Masterwork offers a compelling alternative to other mid-range cymbal brands, often providing a similar or better sound and build quality at a competitive price point.

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