20" Orchestral Cymbals
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Shop 20" Orchestral Cymbals 2026
Zultan 20" Orchestra Heritage
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Sabian 20" AA Viennese Medium Natural
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Sabian 20" HHX New Viennese Natural
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zultan 20" Orchestra medium
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zultan 20" Orchestra extra heavy
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zultan 20" Orchestra heavy
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Istanbul Agop Orchestral 20" Xist Brilliant
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Istanbul Agop Marching 20" Xist Brilliant
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Meinl 20" Symphonic Extra Heavy
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Istanbul Agop Orchestral 20"
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Istanbul Agop Super Symphonic 20"
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Meinl 20" Symphonic Thin
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Meinl 20" Symphonic, Medium
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" A' Stadium M
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" A' Stadium MH
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" K' Symphonic Light
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" K Constantinople VintageML
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" K Constantinople SS MH
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" A' Z-mac M
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" Classic Orchestral Sel. MH
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" A Symphonic Viennese Tone
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" A Symphonic German Tone
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Paiste 20" Symphonic Medium Light
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" Classic Orchestral Sel. ML
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" A Symphonic French Tone
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Zildjian 20" K Constantinople ML
20" Orchestral Cymbals
Sabian 20" HHX Synergy Brilliant M
20" Orchestral Cymbals
About 20" Orchestral Cymbals
This category features 20-inch orchestral cymbals, essential for string sections, film scores, and other classical music contexts. Their focused sound and controlled sustain provide clarity and nuance within an ensemble. Selecting the right 20” cymbal contributes significantly to the overall sonic texture and balance of an orchestral arrangement.
20" Orchestral Cymbals — Pros & Cons
PROS
- Offers a balanced combination of clarity and musicality.
- Provides a focused sound ideal for orchestral settings.
- Generally more responsive and controllable than larger orchestral cymbals.
- Versatile enough to handle a wide range of dynamic levels.
CONS
- Can lack the sheer volume of larger cymbals in very large ensembles.
- May require more precise playing technique to fully utilize.
- The nuanced sound may be lost in less-than-ideal acoustic spaces.
- Can be more expensive than smaller orchestral cymbal sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions About 20" Orchestral Cymbals
Orchestral cymbals are typically thinner and more precisely hammered for a more controlled, nuanced tone, lacking the aggressive trashiness of a crash.
Weight directly impacts the cymbal's sustain and overall tonal color; lighter weights offer quicker response and a more delicate sound, while heavier weights provide more projection and fullness.
Yes, layering multiple 20” cymbals can create a richer, more complex orchestral sound, adding depth and subtle variations in timbre.
