Hanging Cymbals
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Zultan 24" Heritage Orchestra Susp.
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Zultan 22" Heritage Orchestra Susp.
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Zultan 20" Heritage Orchestra Susp.
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Zultan 18" Heritage Orchestra Susp.
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Sabian 18" AA Molto Symp. Susp. Orch.
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Sabian 20" AA Suspended Orchestral
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Sabian 18" AA Suspended Orchestral
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Sabian 16" AA Suspended Orchestral
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Sabian 20" AA Molto Symp. Susp. Orch.
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Sabian 19" HHX Complex suspended
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Istanbul Agop Trad. Suspended Crash 16"
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Istanbul Agop Trad. Suspended Crash 18"
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Istanbul Agop Trad. Suspended Crash 20"
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Zultan 24" Orchestra Suspended
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Zultan 22" Orchestra Suspended
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Zultan 20" Orchestra Suspended
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Zultan 19" Orchestra Suspended
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Zultan 18" Orchestra Suspended
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Istanbul Agop Traditional Crash Medium 20"
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Meinl 22" Suspended Cymbal
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Istanbul Agop 16" Traditional Thin Crash
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Istanbul Agop 18" Traditional Thin Crash
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Istanbul Agop Traditional Pap.Thin Crash 18"
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Istanbul Agop Traditional Pap.Thin Crash 17"
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Istanbul Agop Traditional Pap.Thin Crash 16"
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Meinl 16" Suspended Cymbal
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Meinl 17" Suspended Cymbal
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Meinl 18" Suspended Cymbal
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Meinl 20" Suspended Cymbal
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Zildjian 20" K' Klassisch Symph. Susp.
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Zildjian 18" K' Klassisch Symph. Susp.
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Sabian 16" AA Molto Symp. Susp. Orch.
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Zildjian 18" S Family Suspended MT
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Sabian 19" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
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Sabian 18" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
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Sabian 17" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
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Sabian 20" Artisan Trad. Symp. Susp.
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Meinl 14" Suspended Cymbal
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About Hanging Cymbals
Hanging cymbals, also known as suspended cymbals, are designed to be mounted above a drum kit or other surface, allowing them to resonate freely. Primarily used in orchestral, contemporary, and world music settings, they offer a washier, more sustained sound than traditional crash cymbals. Their unique tonal characteristics add depth and atmosphere to a wide range of musical styles.
Hanging Cymbals — Pros & Cons
PROS
- Offers a uniquely ethereal and atmospheric sonic texture.
- Provides extended sustain and shimmering overtones.
- Can be used to create complex rhythmic patterns and textures.
- Versatile for a wide range of musical applications, from subtle to dramatic.
CONS
- More sensitive to mounting hardware and environment.
- Can be challenging to control dynamics precisely.
- Generally more expensive than traditional cymbals.
- Require careful selection of mounting hardware to prevent unwanted resonances.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hanging Cymbals
Heavier hammering generally produces a more complex, trashy sound with more overtones, while lighter hammering results in a cleaner, more focused tone.
A dedicated cymbal suspension system that allows for free movement is ideal, avoiding stiff or restrictive mounts that dampen the cymbal's natural vibrations.
Thinner cymbals offer greater wash and sustain, ideal for ambient textures; thicker cymbals provide more articulation and projection, suitable for more defined rhythms.
