How does an 18” China differ from a traditional Chinese cymbal?

Traditional Chinese cymbals are typically larger and have a more focused, bell-dominant sound. 18” Chinas are smaller, with a more washy, trashy character and a less prominent bell.

What does 'raw' vs. 'lathed' mean in the context of 18” China cymbals?

A 'raw' finish retains the natural texture of the cymbal alloy, contributing to a more complex, textured sound. A 'lathed' finish is smoother, offering a more consistent and potentially brighter tone.

I'm having trouble controlling the volume of my 18” China – any tips?

Experiment with different striking locations – closer to the edge produces a softer sound. Also, consider the weight; a heavier cymbal will be less responsive and easier to control at higher volumes.

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Paiste 18" Rude Novo China

18" China Cymbals

$351

Paiste 18" Rude Novo China, 18" Novo China, Sound: Bright, metallic, full, very powerful, extremely loud, Exotic...

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Meinl 18" Byzance China Brilliant

18" China Cymbals

$438

Meinl 18" Byzance China Brilliant, China Cymbal, Byzance Series, Size: 18", Brilliant finish, Aggressive, exotic sound...

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Ufip 18" FX Fast China

18" China Cymbals

$318

Ufip 18" FX Fast China, Fast China, FX series, Size: 18", The UFIP class series always have something more to offer:...

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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...

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Meinl 18" HCS China

18" China Cymbals

$91

Meinl 18" HCS China, China Cymbal, HCS series, Size: 18", Beginner cymbal series, Combines quality and value, MS63...

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Paiste 18" Rude China

18" China Cymbals

$351

Paiste 18" Rude China, China Cymbal, Size: 18", Dark, full-bodied, earthy sounding China, Great sonic range, Heavy...

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Paiste PST3 18" China

18" China Cymbals

$91

Paiste PST3 18" China, China Cymbal, Paiste Sound Technology 3 series, Made from a highly musical brass/copper alloy,...

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Zildjian 18" A-Series China Boy Low

18" China Cymbals

$366

Zildjian 18" A-Series China Boy Low, China Cymbal, Size: 18", China Boy Low, Regular model, Strong, deep "China" sound,...

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Meinl 18" Byzance China

18" China Cymbals

$428

Meinl 18" Byzance China, China cymbal, Size: 18", Byzance Series, Traditional design, Immediate and direct response...

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Zildjian 18" Oriental China Trash

18" China Cymbals

$373

Zildjian 18" Oriental China Trash, Oriental China Trash, Size: 18", Oriental series, Brilliant finish, Authentic...

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Zildjian 18" A-Custom China

18" China Cymbals

$438

Zildjian 18" A-Custom China, China Effect Cymbal, A Custom series, Size: 18", Finish: Brilliant

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Paiste 18" Signature Thin China

18" China Cymbals

$488

Paiste 18" Signature Thin China, Paiste Signature Line, 18" Thin China

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Paiste 2002 Classic 18" China

18" China Cymbals

$351

Paiste 2002 Classic 18" China, 18" China

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Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch.

18" China Cymbals

$340

Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch., Trash China Cymbal, Size: 18", Bright and trashy sound, Finish: Smoke Bronze,...

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Zultan 18" Dune China

18" China Cymbals

$263

Zultan 18" Dune China, China Cymbal, Size: 18", Dune series, Hand-hammered, Premium China cymbal from traditional...

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Paiste 18" 900 Series China

18" China Cymbals

$197

Paiste 18" 900 Series China, China Cymbal, Size: 18", "900" Series, Made of B8 (2002) bronze, Explosive crash sound for...

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Istanbul Mehmet 18" China Samatya Series

18" China Cymbals

$351

Istanbul Mehmet 18" China Samatya Series, China Cymbal, Samatya series, Size: 18", Brilliant finish, Modern cymbal with...

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Paiste 2002 Classic 18" Novo China

18" China Cymbals

$351

Paiste 2002 Classic 18" Novo China, 18" Novo China

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Sabian 18" HHX China

18" China Cymbals

$527

Sabian 18" HHX China, 18" China, HHX series, Brilliant finish, Excellent combination of "tonal heat" and rough attack,...

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Sabian 20" HHX Dominator Chinese

18" China Cymbals

$626

Sabian 20" HHX Dominator Chinese, China Cymbal, Size: 20", Developed in honour of Dom Famularo, Brilliant finish,...

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Zildjian 18" A-Series China Boy High

18" China Cymbals

$391

Zildjian 18" A-Series China Boy High, China Boy Cymbal, Size: 18", A Series, Regular design, High "China" sound,...

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Zultan 18" Rock Beat Trash China

18" China Cymbals

$296

Zultan 18" Rock Beat Trash China, Trash China Cymbal, Size: 18", Rock Beat series, Material: B20 Bronze, Full,...

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Zultan 18" Raw China

18" China Cymbals

$197

Zultan 18" Raw China, China Cymbal, Size: 18", Raw Series, 100% Hand-hammered, Material: B20 Bronze, Dark, warm and...

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Zultan 18" Rock Beat China

18" China Cymbals

$197

Zultan 18" Rock Beat China, China, Rock Beat Series, Size: 18", China cymbal with short and fast response and clear,...

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Zildjian 18" A-Custom China

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Paiste 2002 Classic 18" China

Meinl 18" Pure Alloy Cust. Trash Ch.

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Paiste 18" 900 Series China

Istanbul Mehmet 18" China Samatya Series

Paiste 2002 Classic 18" Novo China

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