Masterwork 20" Custom China

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Masterwork 20" Custom China

Masterwork

20" Custom China

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 111603
Model: 20" Custom China
Price: $240.90

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This Masterwork Custom China is a solid all-around choice for drummers seeking a warm, expressive China cymbal. It’s got a beautiful, complex wash and a surprising amount of projection, making it a great fit for rock, pop, and even some jazz applications – especially if you’re looking for a more vintage-inspired tone without a premium price tag.

Product Description

Masterwork 20" Custom China, 20" ChinaThe all-round cymbal in the range. A remarkable sound spectrum and a warm basic character with sensitive dynamic qualities are the essential features of the Custom Series.

, Masterwork Custom Series, Traditional surface, Completely handmade according to old Turkish tradition, B-25 alloy

PROS
  • • Warm, complex wash with surprising projection for the size
  • • Hand-hammered traditional finish adds character and responsiveness
  • • B-25 alloy provides a balanced, versatile tonal palette
  • • Excellent value; offers a lot of quality for its price bracket
CONS
  • • The 'warm' character might be too mellow for heavier, modern genres
  • • Traditional hammering can lead to slight inconsistencies in sound
  • • B-25 alloy isn't as bright or cutting as some higher-end alloys

Product Video

Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B-25 alloy
Finish Traditional Hand-Hammered
Sound Character Warm, Washed, Complex
Weight Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

B-25 offers a nice middle ground – it's more responsive than B8 but doesn’t have the extreme brightness or sustain of B10, providing a warmer, more controlled sound.
Experiment with playing closer to the edge for a more explosive wash or closer to the bow for a warmer, more focused tone; the hammering makes it quite responsive to subtle changes.
While it has projection, its warm character means it won't cut as aggressively as a brighter, thinner China; consider pairing it with a more cutting crash if you need that piercing sound.

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